Pharmacy Daily | Chair of Dementia

CURTIN University and Dementia Australia have announced the appointment of the inaugural Chair of Dementia, Prof Blossom Stephan.

Prof Bronwyn Myers, the Director of Curtin University's enAble Institute, said the creation of a Chair of Dementia would promote a dedicated focus on dementia and dementia research in Australia.

"Improving how we diagnose, treat, and care for those living with dementia is critical to helping Australians age well," Myers said.

"Stephan is a highly respected global expert in dementia and dementia research, and her appointment as the inaugural Chair of Dementia presents exciting opportunities for dementia care in Australia."

As the Chair of Dementia for Curtin University and Dementia Australia, Stephan will create and drive an ambitious research program in the prevention, detection, and care of dementia across Australia, draw new researchers into the dementia research space, and increase opportunities for national and international collaboration.

"The creation of a Chair of Dementia presents an extraordinary opportunity - for dementia research, and for education and support for people living with dementia, their families and carers," Dementia Australia CEO, Maree McCabe said.

Stephan is Prof of Neuroepidemiology and Global Ageing at the Nottingham Uni.