Australian Dementia Network - ADNeT

We bring together Australia’s leading researchers, clinicians and consumers, creating a powerful network for dementia prevention, treatment and care.

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More than 450,000 Australians are estimated to be living with dementia. @healthgovau provides a range of support programs and services for people living with dementia and those who care for them. Read more 💻 https://t.co/3xc8YbWnhn

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A proud sponsor of #ADRF2026, @healthgovau is investing through the Medical Research Future Fund to support dementia research. Learn more about research supported under the Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission:

💻 https://t.co/Fjv5Kvpz6W

#dementiaresearch

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@healthgovau is investing through the Medical Research Future Fund to support dementia research. Learn more about research supported under the Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission:

💻 https://t.co/Fjv5Kvpz6W

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James has been a tireless contributor to ADNeT and dementia research and is a very worthy recipient of this honour #ADRF2026

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ADNeT is proud to recognise Prof James Vickers with this year's lifetime achievement award

Through his leadership of Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre at the University of Tasmania he has been a strong research leader and powerful advocate for people with dementia

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Finishing a brilliant Day One of #ADRF2026 with our Welcome Drinks

Great chance to connect with colleagues from around Australia and overseas

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Associate Professor Paul Yates from Austin Health presenting to #ADRF2026 the latest positive results in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease with new disease modifying therapies

Further information on these treatments can be found at https://t.co/rTN3Y9IJ1i

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"We need to join forces between the delirium and dementia world"

Dr Amy Montgomery from University of Technology Sydney speaking in the Australasian Delirium Association 'Delirium and Dementia' Symposium at #ADRF2026

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Professor Jane Alty from University of Tasmania on the potential of digital technology in dementia diagnosis and treatment

A powerful reflection on her own clinical research career and important role her grandfather's experience played in her journey

#ADRF2026

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The wonderful St Luke's Care Memory Lane Choir bringing the joy to #ADRF2026

You learn more about the choir's wonderful work here

https://t.co/RWv2O8KNUj

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Professor Perminder Sachdev, Co-Director of UNSW Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA), delivers our first keynote address... a fascinating reflection on the history and latest innovation in vascular dementia treatment and diagnosis #ADRF2026

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Dr Marta Woolford with a powerful reflection on her research and lived experience caring for her mother with #dementia #ADRF2026

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And we're off and running with #ADRF2026

Our 2026 Convenor Associate Professor Stephanie Ward officially launches this year's Australian Dementia Research Forum

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Starting tomorrow! We're so excited to be in Sydney for #ADRF2026

Look forward to seeing you call for three days of collaboration and discussion at Australia's leading #Dementia research conference

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@healthgovau is a Platinum Sponsor for the Australian Dementia Research Forum 2026. The department invests in a range of programs and initiatives including dementia research, support and workforce training programs. Read more 💻 https://t.co/3xc8YbWnhn

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Read the latest news and updates on the Australian Dementia Research Forum, which is just a couple of week away! We are pleased to share the release of our detailed agenda. Find out more: https://t.co/k8RTuw9tMh

#ADRF2026 #dementia #research

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Full statement from ADNeT here 4/4

https://t.co/wRfsfsR3wx

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ADNeT Director Professor Chris Rowe on our concerns with Cochrane review of anti-amyloid therapies

"These new anti-amyloid therapies are the most significant breakthrough in decades for the treatment of Alzheimer’s." 1/4

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"Over time new drugs were added resulting in much greater long-term benefits. This is where the treatment of AD now sits. Current research and trials will develop drugs that add to the benefit from anti-amyloid treatments. " 3/4