About
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Professional Interest Areas (PIAs)
Description:

This PIA was established in 2017.

Executive Committee

Chair: Megan Zuelsdorff
Vice Chair: Shana D. Stites
Programs Chair: Claudia Suemoto
Communications Chair: Ethan Cicero
Student/Post-Doc Representative: Renelle Bourdage
Immediate Past Chair: Ganesh Babulal

(Next election cycle: March 2024)

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#DDisparitiesPIA

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Members:
679

Overview

The Diversity and Disparities PIA focuses on identifying potential differences in risk reduction strategies, diagnosis, and treatment effectiveness in individuals of diverse backgrounds. A major emphasis is placed on underlying cultural and cognitive differences and brain mechanisms. The PIA also explores culturally-responsible strategies for dementia risk reduction in these populations.

Special Interest Groups (SIGs):