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PR Newswire announces Joseph E. Gaugler, Ph.D to be honored as the 2024 Distinguished Ambassador in Aging by the Aging Life Care Association®
PR Newswire distributed a press release announcing that Joseph E. Gaugler, PhD will be honored as the 2024 Distinguished Ambassador in Aging by the Aging Life Care Association®.
Dr. Gaugler will be recognized following his keynote address “Alzheimer’s Disease Update: Testing, Treatment and Teamwork” on April 18 at the Royal Sonesta Downtown during the association’s 40th annual conference in Minneapolis, MN on April 18.
IMPACT members evaluate the effects of the Tailored Activity Program on dementia-related behaviors in different racial groups
Although nonpharmacological approaches are considered first-line treatments for dementia-related behaviors, it is unclear as to their effectiveness for different racial groups. IMPACT’s Laura Gitlin, PhD, FGSA, FAAN, Nancy Hodgson, PhD, RN, FAAN, Lauren Parker, PhD (2021-2022 IMPACT Faculty Scholar) evaluated the effects of the Tailored Activity Program (TAP) on agitated and aggressive behaviors in Black and White families.
They found that Black families, when compared to White families, derived greater behavioral benefits from TAP for people living with dementia (PLWD) at 3 months despite having less treatment exposure. Additionally, examining differential race effects may enhance precision in using nonpharmacological approaches and promote equity in dementia care for underserved populations.
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Apply Now for the 3rd Annual Virtual ePCT Training Workshop | January 25-26, 2023
Building Skills to Conduct Embedded Pragmatic Clinical Trials for People Living with Dementia and their Care Partners
Wednesday, January 25th, 2023 | 11:00am - 3:30pm ET
Thursday, January 26th, 2023 | 11:00am - 5:00pm ET
This year’s modules will focus on:
- Using real-world data to identify PLWD and ascertain outcomes in ePCTs
- Designing the implementation evaluation for an ePCT
- Defining a pilot: What is a pilot study for an ePCT?
The IMPACT Collaboratory will hold our third annual Training Workshop on January 25-26, 2023 entitled Building Skills to Conduct Embedded Pragmatic Clinical Trials (ePCTs) among People Living with Dementia (PLWD) and their Care Partners. This 1.5-day virtual workshop features all new material to build a foundation in practical aspects of designing and conducting ePCTs in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and AD-related dementias (ADRD). The workshop will include a combination of activities including: panel discussions, small group sessions, and networking opportunities with experts in the field.
We are inviting applications from early to mid-stage researchers who seek to develop competence in designing and conducting ePCTs of non-pharmacological interventions embedded in health care systems for PLWD and care partners.
Upon completion of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Transmit knowledge about designing and conducting ePCTs among PLWD and care partners in health care systems that integrates considerations related to identifying PLWD and ascertaining pragmatic outcomes
- Problem-solve common challenges in designing and conducting ePCTs for PLWD and care partners
- Apply the acquired knowledge to move their current and future research in ePCTs forward, including applying for competitive funding
Successful applicants will be expected to complete selected readings and online training prior to the workshop. All participants are expected to attend and participate in the entire 1.5-day event.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your online application using the following link:
IMPACT Training Workshop Application
Deadline: October 21, 2022
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants should have an MD, PhD, or equivalent research degree
- Hold a full-time position at an academic or research organization in the United States
- Early-stage investigators pursuing careers conducting ePCTs in AD/ADRD
- Mid-career investigators seeking to pursue research on ePCTs in AD/ADRD
Individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups as well as individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Selection Criteria: Applicants will be selected based on their demonstrated commitment to improving care of PLWD and/or their care partners through the conduct of ePCTs in HCS and the potential impact of the workshop on promoting the applicant’s career in this area.
Find the working agenda and more information about the workshop on our website at impactcollaboratory.org/training-workshop. Email IMPACTcollaboratory@hsl.harvard.edu with questions regarding this opportunity.