Scientific Importance of Diversity in Alzheimer’s Disease Research

AAIC Special Series Part 5:

Bringing together scientists, clinicians, and research participants from all over the world, AAIC 2022 showcases the work and experiences of people from unique backgrounds and perspectives and highlights the importance of diversity in Alzheimer’s disease research. Dr. Carl Hill joins the podcast to discuss why diversity is important in scientific research and how AAIC 2022 supports efforts to make Alzheimer’s disease research more equitable and inclusive.

Guest: Carl Hill, PhD, MPH, chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer, Alzheimer’s Association

Show Notes

AAIC is the world’s largest forum for the dementia research community. Register for the plenary events, which are free to the public with registration, at the AAIC website.

Listen to our past episode of Dementia Matters with Dr. Carl Hill on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. 

Learn more about Dr. Carl Hill on the Alzheimer’s Association website.

Learn more about Henrietta Lacks’ story (mentioned by Dr. Hill at 8:53) by checking out the Mind Readers Book Club discussion about the book, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, on our YouTube page.

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