EP 242: Connecting dementia research, policy, and patient communities with Angela Bradshaw of Alzheimer Europe [Re-Run]

This week on The Genetics Podcast, Patrick is joined by Dr. Angela Bradshaw, Director for Research at Alzheimer Europe and honorary lecturer at the University of Glasgow. Following a series of recent episodes exploring Alzheimer’s disease research, we’re revisiting this conversation to bring in an essential patient advocacy and nonprofit perspective on the field. Patrick and Angela discuss how Alzheimer Europe partners in and supports pan-European dementia research, the heterogeneity of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, the future of potential new gene therapies, and the critical role advocacy organizations play in ensuring research reflects the needs and priorities of patient communities.Show Notes0:00 Intro to The Genetics Podcast01:27 Welcome to Angela and how she joined Alzheimer Europe06:06 The biggest priorities and areas of focus for dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) research10:10 Biomarkers for dementia and how early in disease development they can be utilized12:40 The heterogeneity of dementia and AD and current understanding of subtypes and treatment journeys17:20 The challenges of diagnosis, early identifiers, and the integration of genetics18:53 Angela’s view on the latest breakthrough therapies22:50 Partnering in and supporting dementia research efforts across 30+ European countries29:15 Reimbursement frameworks and shared regulations across different countries33:40 Angela’s thoughts on the near future of gene therapies for AD and dementia38:04 Why Angela spent 50 hours travelling the length of Australia by bus41:26 Closing remarksFind out moreAlzheimer EuropePlease consider rating and reviewing us on your chosen podcast listening platform!