Latest news on Alzheimer's
Check out the latest news about Alzheimer's disease research that we carry out at the Barcelonaβeta Brain Research Center (BBRC). Discover the advances in Alzheimer's prevention in which our scientists participate, as well as the news of the Alfa Study, dedicated to the early detection and prevention of the disease.
The CaixaResearch Institute launches as Europe's new immunology hub, with the BBRC bringing its neuroscience expertise
Dr. Arcadi Navarro, director of the BBRC, has been appointed to the Scientific Council of the CaixaResearch Institute, the first center specializing entirely in immunology in Spain and Portugal, promoted by the "la Caixa" Foundation
New study in cognitively healthy adults highlights the unique sensitivity of tau PET in the early stages of Alzheimer's
Fluid biomarkers remain highly valuable but are not yet sensitive enough to detect the earliest tau changes.
We investigate, we move forward: the 2025 Impact Report is now available
In this document we summarise the most important activities of 2025, a year marked by significant scientific advances in the field of Alzheimer's, support for affected individuals and families, and the growth of social support for our cause
The BBRC hosted the second scientific session of the Barcelona Alzheimer’s HUB, focusing on fluid biomarkers
The Barcelona Alzheimer’s HUB, supported by the Pasqual Maragall Foundation and the Barcelonaβeta Brain Research Center, held the second session of its scientific series at its headquarters, focusing on the study of fluid biomarkers.
How the environment influences biological brain ageing
An international study involving data from the ALFA+ cohort shows that the combination of physical and social environmental exposures is a major driver of accelerated or delayed brain aging.
Alzheimer’s genetic risk affects women and men differently years before symptoms appear
A study by the BBRC shows that the genetic risk of Alzheimer’s disease may manifest itself differently in women and men, paving the way for more personalised prevention strategies.
The Pasqual Maragall Foundation opens a new call in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association
The call provides up to €400,000 for clinical and translational research in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias
The BBRC participates in the 20th edition of AD/PD
BBRC researchers contributed to the AD/PD 2026 International Conference with four oral presentations and two posters.
The Barcelonaβeta Brain Research Center incorporates a new population neuroscience group led by Dr. Tomáš Paus and Dr. Zdenka Pausova
The BBRC consolidates seven groups and expands its focus toward prevention and brain health from a comprehensive and longitudinal perspective
