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#2 Why Clinical Trials and The Scientific Journey Are So Personal

September 19, 2022 • Zach • Season 1 • Episode 2

Anna Brocco, PharmD, MBA is Director of Operations & Clinical Research at Advanced Memory Research Institute of New Jersey. Jessica Langbaum, PhD is Director of the Alzheimer's Prevention Initiative, Banner Alzheimer's Institute, in Arizona.

Both experts have dedicated their lives to furthering the science of Alzheimer's and dementia research. They share their personal stories about why they are so passionate about their work and provide information on how you can get involved in the science.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode:

If The FDA Approves Biogen’s Alzheimer’s Treatment, I Won’t Prescribe It: Dr. Jason Karlawish

National Institute of Aging: Clinical Trials

Alzheimer’s Association: Trial Match

National Library of Medicine: Clinical Trials

NIA: Learn About Clinical Studies

Phil’s Journal: What’s Next for Passengers on The Aducanumab Clinical Trial Rollercoaster

Alzheimer’s Association: Clinical Trials: Myths vs. Facts

Alzheimer’s Association: Alzheimer’s disease drug development pipeline: 2021

National Institute of Aging: Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease

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