Dementia Action Week is a national initiative that aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and build greater understanding of dementia. It encourages Australians to learn more about the condition and take practical, everyday steps to create more supportive and dementia-friendly communities.
Associate Professor
Centre Director of Centre for Motor Neuron Disease Research
School of Biomedical Sciences
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
University of Queensland
Associate Professor Ruirui Qiao
Affiliate of Nanomaterials Centre
NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology
In 2026, UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute “Steps for Dementia” Walk will visit the breathtaking trails and pristine beaches of the Mornington Peninsula — an unforgettable experience in one of Australia’s most spectacular coastal regions.
Dr Sarah Hellewell
Senior Research Fellow in Neurotrauma, Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science / Deputy Research Group Head, Neurotrauma, Faculty of Health Sciences – Curtin University
Brain Awareness Week aims to increase public awareness of and support for brain research. As part of this global campaign, the Queensland Brain Institute is hosting its fourth public session to inspire the community to learn more about their brain and how understanding this complex organ can help us improve our lives.
Dr Juan Carlos Polanco
Dr Esteban Cruz Gonzalez
Clem Jones Centre for Ageing Dementia Research (CJCADR), Queensland Brain Institute
Queensland Brain Institute
University of Queensland
Whether you're a researcher, clinician, or student, the symposium offers a chance to connect, learn, and engage with the latest in ageing dementia research.
