Renowned researcher to speak at Alzheimer's Association reception

On Tuesday, Sept. 17, the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter will host an Alzheimer’s and Dementia Research Reception at Fordham University West Harrison campus featuring guest speaker Maria C. Carrillo, Ph.D.

As the chief science officer for the Alzheimer’s Association, Carrillo sets the Association’s strategic vision for global research efforts, overseeing research initiatives such as the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) and the Research Roundtable. In addition, Carrillo manages the World Wide Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative, a multi-country research effort aimed at accelerating the early detection of Alzheimer’s.

A noted public speaker, Carrillo is involved in the Association’s efforts to lobby the public and private sectors for increased funding for the disease. She directs the Association’s support of research through the International Grants Program, which has invested more than $455 million in promising and innovative science since 1982. She is also a co-primary investigator for the Association’s own research project, the U.S. POINTER study, a lifestyle intervention trial to prevent cognitive decline and dementia.

Carrillo has published extensively on early diagnosis and biomarker standardization efforts, as well as the global challenges to progress for research in Alzheimer’s and dementia. She has been featured in international media outlets, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Time magazine and “NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt.”

“We are so excited to have Dr. Carrillo here in Westchester, to speak to us locally about the incredible research the Alzheimer’s Association is supporting nationally and internationally,” said David Sobel, President and CEO of the Hudson Valley Chapter.

The reception will be held outdoors in the campus garden area from 6-7:30 p.m., and light refreshments will be available. The event will be moved indoors in the event of inclement weather. RSVP is required to attend; email mmuir@alz.org to RSVP.

About the Hudson Valley Chapter

The Hudson Valley Chapter serves families living with dementia in seven counties in New York, including Duchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester. To learn more about the programs and services offered locally, visit alz.org/hudsonvalley.

About the Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Its vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. Visit alz.org or call 800.272.3900.

If you go

What: Research and Dementia Research Reception featuring Maria C. Carrillo, Ph.D., chief science officer for the Alzheimer’s Association.

When: 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17

Where: Fordham University West Harrison Campus, 400 Westchester Ave., West Harrison

Cost: Free

RSVP: Required to attend; email mmuir@alz.org