We have an exciting PhD project open for applications - fully-funded. Apply here: www.findaphd.com/phds/project...

Huge congratulations to UK DRI Founding Director Prof Bart De Strooper who has been awarded an Honorary CBE for his contributions to dementia research! 👏 Read more👉 buff.ly/xhKD5Aj

🎉 This week, we’re proud to officially launch the BHF-UK DRI Centre for Vascular Dementia Research, in partnership with the British Heart Foundation. The centre will explore how changes in vascular health contribute to dementia - paving the way for new treatments👉 buff.ly/5ZEjQx8

Very pleased to see this published! Team effort from several labs @edinunineuro.bsky.social and Carpanini lab @cardiffunilib.bsky.social @ukdri.ac.uk - bit more support for microglia resilience involving TREM2 in chronic brain disease. www.frontiersin.org/journals/neu...

Abstract Submission Open!! As we slide into the weekend, it's the ideal time to think about your abstract for #EMDS2025. Lots of opportunities for #ECRs to present...and prizes up for grabs! 👉 www.emds2025.com @britsocimm.bsky.social @cytokinesociety.bsky.social @societymucosalimm.bsky.social

Research into rare conditions is vital to enhance care for people affected and open up new treatment options. In doing so, it also sheds light on the underlying mechanisms applicable to other more common conditions. Find out more about the Hunt Lab⬇️ buff.ly/3QzKAlI

It's #RareDiseaseDay! Rare diseases are individually rare but collectively common, affecting 3.5 million people in the UK. Bring out your stripey socks to raise awareness #RareDisease #ShowYourStripes @medicsforrare.bsky.social Find out more about RareDisease at www.m4rd.org www.rarediseaseday.org