The Mind Ledger

For many years, I’ve been listening to The Dementia Matters podcast by Dr. Nathaniel Chin. What strikes me most is not only his dedication to advancing dementia care and research but also his genuine compassion, clarity, and commitment to empowering patients, families, and caregivers through education and understanding. The podcast ultimately led me to the University of Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, where I have learned so much about their ongoing developments, accomplishments, and the promising progress being made—both in the near and distant future—toward finding a cure for this devastating disease. It has long been my commitment to support and donate to research institutions like this until a cure for Alzheimer’s is found. We are racing against time, and I remain hopeful that in the coming years we will be able to pinpoint the root cause and achieve a true cure for this disease. The following is a briefing for Dr. Chin and UW-ADRC. Dr. Nathaniel Chin was primarily ...

Michigan ADRC: A Collaborative Leader in Alzheimer’s Disease Research (Updated March 2026) Original Post Date: July 13, 2025 | Updated: March 2026 Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (Michigan ADRC / MADC) The Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (Michigan ADRC), part of the national network of NIH-funded Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers, stands out for its statewide collaboration among the University of Michigan (U-M), Michigan State University (MSU), and Wayne State University (WSU). This unique partnership creates a comprehensive resource for researchers, clinicians, trainees, and the public across Michigan, with a strong emphasis on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD)—including Lewy body dementia and vascular contributions—while prioritizing non-amyloid pathways , accessible biomarkers, neuroimaging, diversity, and community engagement. Key Cores and Programs (building on the original strengths): University of Michigan Memory and Aging Proje...