First Chair in New Saskatchewan Research Chair Program Announced
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"The purpose of the Saskatchewan Research Chair in Alzheimer's disease and Related Dementia Chair is to recruit and retain an expert in the area of Alzheimer research," said
"Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. This research grant focuses on finding a cause and a cure," said Bracken. "In 2011, Baby Boomers start turning 65 and as a result, the number of people with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double within the next 25 years. In
Bracken is optimistic that a breakthrough will come through research. The commitment to this Chair represents the most significant research partnership the Alzheimer Society has had in Saskatchewan. The Society is already a principal funder of Alzheimer research and training. Building on significant research and clinical trials now underway, the dramatic increases in funding could be the final catalyst to finding a cure.
Launched in 2008, SHRF's Saskatchewan Research Chair Program aims to support the work of current health researchers and attract top talent from elsewhere to help build capacity in areas where Saskatchewan has specific needs and strengths. Researchers are invited to apply for this chair by contacting SHRF or accessing the application at www.shrf.ca.
About SHRF
The Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (www.shrf.ca) is the provincial agency that funds and facilitates health research in Saskatchewan. SHRF works in partnership with other organizations locally, provincially, and nationally to foster world-leading research. It is the lead agency for the province's Health Research Strategy. SHRF offers competitive funding programs for researchers and works to promote and disseminate the resulting knowledge for the benefit of Saskatchewan people.
About Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan
The Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan (www.alzheimer.sk.ca) is a charitable organization that provides support, education, and information, advocates for the best care possible for people with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers, and supports research efforts into finding the cause and cure of Alzheimer's disease. The Alzheimer Society is a principal funder of Alzheimer research and a prominent advocate for people living with the disease, their families and caregivers. The Society depends on donations from the public and volunteers to support its programs and services. All of its services are provided free of charge for people with dementia and their families.
For further information: Michael Robin, Communications Manager, SHRF, (306) 975-1680; Donna Bowler, Communications Manager, Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, (306) 949-4141, On Sept. 29 & 30: (306) 537-4160
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