On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science we are proud that more than 50% of our funded researchers are women, especially given that women make up less than 30% of the world's scientists. We are grateful and honored to have these exceptional women working to make our future one *without* Alzheimer's disease, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. #WomenInScience #WomenInScience2025 #IDWGS #WomenEmpowerment
BrightFocus Foundation
Non-profit Organizations
Clarksburg, MD 4,778 followers
Cure in Mind. Cure in Sight.
About us
BrightFocus Foundation is a nonprofit organization supporting research and providing public education to help eradicate brain and eye diseases, including Alzheimer's disease, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. We are working to save mind and sight. BrightFocus is at the forefront of brain and eye health, advancing early-stage, investigator-initiated research around the world. We also provide free educational materials to people affected by or interested in these diseases, empowering them to take action for themselves and others. They can take advantage of news and research results offered through BrightFocus websites, publications, social media, videos, podcasts, and TV and radio public service announcements. Through our toll-free phone number, 1-800-437-2423, people can speak directly with a member of our information services staff, Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm Eastern time, for support, answers to questions, and referrals. A nonprofit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of the United States, we were founded in 1973 and known until February 1, 2013 as the American Health Assistance Foundation. We chose our new name—BrightFocus Foundation—to reflect our vision of a world where everyone experiences life fully and with clarity. Read about the work of our three programs: Alzheimer's Disease Research Macular Degeneration Research National Glaucoma Research
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Clarksburg, MD
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1973
- Specialties
- Alzheimer's disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, low vision, scientific research, advocacy, health, medical research, and nonprofit
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22512 Gateway Center Drive
Clarksburg, MD 20871, US
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Don’t miss this opportunity. Submit your abstract as soon as possible! Looking forward to seeing you there.
🎉 The ISER/BrightFocus Glaucoma Symposium in Atlanta invites you to contribute to the future of glaucoma research. The abstract submission portal is now open, offering a platform to present your latest findings. Submit your abstract by May 26th 📆 . #glaucoma #research #ISER #BrightFocus #Atlanta #callforabstracts➡️ https://lnkd.in/gFETvQmq
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The renowned Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment (FINGER) study showed that a combination of lifestyle interventions can reduce the risk or cognitive decline. Watch our conversation with the study’s lead author Dr. Miia Kivipelto to learn how diet, exercise, and social engagement could transform Alzheimer’s and dementia prevention strategies. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/erpNJBWN #Dementia #Health #Lifestyle
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This #NationalCaregiversDay, we honor the millions showing up each day for their loved ones with endless compassion and resilience. 💪 🤍 Behind every dementia diagnosis is a spouse learning new roles, an adult child balancing an array of responsibilities, and countless moments of both challenge and profound love. Find comprehensive information on Alzheimer's caregiving, from practical tips to emotional support. #Alzheimers #Support #Caregiving
Alzheimer's Disease Caregiving
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This is a phenomenal opportunity to receive a ‘fast track’ one-day session summarizing important topics in glaucoma AND understanding the unanswered questions that could kick-start new projects in your lab/career. Visit BrightFocus Foundation’s YouTube account for videos of all Glaucoma Fast Track sessions from expert speakers from the past Glaucoma Fast Track Workshops that took place in conjunction with the International Society for Eye Research (ISER)/BrightFocus Glaucoma Symposia in 2017, 2019, and 2022. Links found on the following BFF meeting page under “Catch Up On Previous Glaucoma Fast Track Workshops”: https://lnkd.in/e3PnQGhw
🔬 Dive deep into glaucoma research at the BrightFocus Glaucoma Fast Track, held on Oct 8th in conjunction with the ISER/BFF Symposium. This intensive program offers valuable insights and connections for those new to the field. #glaucoma #research #brightfocus #fasttrack #ISER #BFF #education https://lnkd.in/gXwtZfj7
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Research shows that Alzheimer's disease pathology, the most common form of age-related brain pathology, begins in the brain decades before symptoms surface. Join us today, February 20 as Dr. Rudolph Tanzi of Harvard Medical School discusses how stopping Alzheimer's will require us to attack the disease from many angles — including early detection, presymptomatic intervention and lifestyle modifications. Ask your questions live today! 💬 #Neurology #Health #Alzheimers
The Path Forward in Stopping Alzheimer’s Disease
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Senior executive with deep experience in strategic partnerships, marketing and business development.
I was thrilled (and humbled!) to have had the opportunity to moderate the latest Zoom in on Dementia & Alzheimer's - Clinical Research with Dr Jeffrey Cummings - in our conversation he thoughtfully helps people understand what to expect in an Alzheimer's clinical trial and why he is hopeful about where we are in the field. You can watch and listen here. BrightFocus Foundation. https://lnkd.in/eRzdXvH6 Nancy Lynn Keach #Alzheimers #Clinicalresearch
Navigating Clinical Trials for Alzheimer’s Disease
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Can controlling blood pressure curb Alzheimer's risk? Research led by Dr. Brittany Butts, an Alzheimer's Disease Research grant recipient, reveals a powerful truth: cardiovascular health is inextricably linked to brain health. Find out more. ♥️ 🧠 ⤵️ #Research #BrainHealth #HeartHealth
Treating the Heart, Protecting the Brain
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Clinician-Scientist, Glaucoma Specialist, Neuroscientist focusing on Vision Science
Excited to announce the 2nd round of RReSTORe Consortium Collaboration Grants! Thanks to the generosity of BrightFocus Foundation, the Gilbert Family Foundation, The Glaucoma Foundation, and the Glaucoma Research Foundation, we will be able to fund up to 3 proposals (1 year of funding, nonrenewable, $50,000 in direct costs). Please see the website for the Request for Applications (RFA). https://lnkd.in/enwWztjj
Collaboration Grant Program - The RReSTORe Consortium
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I was relieved and honored to take a break from fire recovery to join George Vradenburg, Mike Zuendel and Sarah Lenz Lock, JD on the patient perspectives panel for Eric Reiman’s Alzheimer’s Prevention Initiative. BrightFocus Foundation is happy to be of service to Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation and support research efforts towards reducing the risk of AD progression. Guess what I said to crack George up…?
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