title: Cause, care, cure: research priorities for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
abstract: Part of Ontario's strategy on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) was to develop research priorities and recommend strategies for building research capacity. The process to achieve these objectives included an environmental scan, key informant interviews, surveys, and a consensus workshop; this process involved over 100 researchers, clinicians, persons with early dementia, and family caregivers. This article describes the process undertaken, key issues identified, and recommendations for research priorities and for building research capacity; and provides a strategic direction for dementia research in Ontario that is relevant for other jurisdictions. ADRD research in all aspects is required to advance knowledge of ADRD cause, care, and cure; gaps currently exist in understanding effective approaches to care and knowledge transfer. Capacity for high-calibre research hinges on maintaining attractive career paths for researchers, solid infrastructures, and strong partnerships. For research to inform policy and practice, better mechanisms are needed for knowledge exchange.
authors: School of Public Health and Health Systems, University of Waterloo. stolee@uwaterloo.ca
authors: Paul
authors: P
authors: Stolee
authors: Loretta M
authors: LM
authors: Hillier
authors: Sheila
authors: S
authors: Cook
authors: Kenneth
authors: K
authors: Rockwood
mesh_terms: D000544:Alzheimer Disease / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy*; D035843:Biomedical Research; D003704:Dementia / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D006801:Humans; D012106:Research