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Wales star Peter Rogers makes a happier return to Twickenham
It’s fair to say Peter Rogers’ return to Twickenham proved a far happier experience than his last outing there. It was back in March 2000 that the former Wales prop made his one appearance at the famous old ground, sharing in a heavy 46-12 Six Nations defeat to England.
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Introducing the METHODEM project
METHODEM: Methodological Consensus for Complex Interventions in Dementia was launched in July 2024. It is a project led by the INTERDEM Methodology Taskforce and funded by the Alzheimer’s Association. Running over the next two years, METHODEM aims at advancing the methodologies and designs used in psychosocial interventions in dementia research.
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ICS Podcast: Iatrogenic incontinence in institutional care settings
The public rightly expects high quality dignified care for all, including older people and persons living with dementia who require care in an institutional care setting such as a hospital or care home. However, in many countries, care quality within these institutions falls far below the public’s expectations. Find out more on the latest ICS Podcast.
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The University of West London launches the School of Medicine and Biosciences
The School of Medicine and Biosciences (SMB), a new interdisciplinary research-driven school at the University of West London, officially opened on 17 April 2024.
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Opera performance supports dementia-friendly events
Andy Northcott appeared on Sky News to talk about the dementia-friendly opera 'The Last Siren'.
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I don’t fear ageing
Shadreck Mwale writes in the Guardian that aging is inevitable, but there is no need to fear it. Instead, we can initiate change for better support and care for older people.
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Artificial Intelligence in the context of religion
Paula Boddington contributed to BBC Radio 4’s programme Beyond Belief, discussing Artificial Intelligence in the context of religion.
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Wales star Peter Rogers makes a happier return to Twickenham
It’s fair to say Peter Rogers’ return to Twickenham proved a far happier experience than his last outing there. It was back in March 2000 that the former Wales prop made his one appearance at the famous old ground, sharing in a heavy 46-12 Six Nations defeat to England.
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Introducing the METHODEM project
METHODEM: Methodological Consensus for Complex Interventions in Dementia was launched in July 2024. It is a project led by the INTERDEM Methodology Taskforce and funded by the Alzheimer’s Association. Running over the next two years, METHODEM aims at advancing the methodologies and designs used in psychosocial interventions in dementia research.
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ICS Podcast: Iatrogenic incontinence in institutional care settings
The public rightly expects high quality dignified care for all, including older people and persons living with dementia who require care in an institutional care setting such as a hospital or care home. However, in many countries, care quality within these institutions falls far below the public’s expectations. Find out more on the latest ICS Podcast.
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The University of West London launches the School of Medicine and Biosciences
The School of Medicine and Biosciences (SMB), a new interdisciplinary research-driven school at the University of West London, officially opened on 17 April 2024.
-
Opera performance supports dementia-friendly events
Andy Northcott appeared on Sky News to talk about the dementia-friendly opera 'The Last Siren'.
-
I don’t fear ageing
Shadreck Mwale writes in the Guardian that aging is inevitable, but there is no need to fear it. Instead, we can initiate change for better support and care for older people.
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Artificial Intelligence in the context of religion
Paula Boddington contributed to BBC Radio 4’s programme Beyond Belief, discussing Artificial Intelligence in the context of religion.
Events
The Last Siren: a dementia friendly opera.
A film about a contemporary opera hosted by UWL and the Geller Institute for Ageing and Memory, in partnership with the London College of Music and The Music Troupe. This Dementia-Friendly production, preceded by a short workshop, offered insights into the world of opera and gave audience members the opportunity to sing along with the opera performers.
Listen to Dr Paula Boddington's speech at the European Parliament, where the theme was 'Towards the Artificial Intelligence Act'
A film about an event hosted by UWL and the Geller Institute for Ageing and Memory in collaboration with Nubian life. This event brought local people from minority communities together in an opportunity to socialise and make new memories within a culturally sensitive and understanding environment.
GIAM in collaboration with Nubian Life Resource centre, and the Fulham Palace Trust, hosted a celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Windrush Generation to celebrate the contributions of the Windrush generation to British society. It was attended by over 80 older people from the community across West London.
Blogs
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