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SUMMARY:Understanding Dementia - Master of St John's College - Professor C
 hris Dobson
DTSTART:20180430T180000Z
DTEND:20180430T190000Z
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CONTACT:Toby Baker
DESCRIPTION:Dementia is a condition which is rapidly becoming the major he
 althcare struggle of the century\, yet its insidious origins are currently
  not well understood... millions slowly lose their memories\, while many m
 ore cling to the hope of a therapy. \n\nJoin us for our first\, last and o
 nly talk of Easter term from the inspirational Professor Chris Dobson - a 
 leading global voice on neurodegenerative disease. In this comprehensive a
 nd optimistic talk\, Prof Dobson will focus on amyloid\, which is believed
  to be the major culprit in these diseases. He will discuss recent progres
 s in understanding the nature and properties of the amyloid state\, the ki
 netics and mechanism of its formation\, the nature and origins of its link
 s with disease and the manner in which its formation may be inhibited or s
 uppressed for therapeutic purposes.\n\nMembers - Free entry\nNon-members -
  £3 entry\n\nFREE FOOD AND DRINK WILL BE PROVIDED
LOCATION:Main Lecture Theatre\, Old Divinity School\, St John's College
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