Capacity building in dementia research: insights from the World Young Leaders in Dementia.

ABSTRACT: Early-career researchers from low- and middle-income countries face systemic barriers to professional development and leadership growth. This article presents results from an initiative led by the World Young Leaders in Dementia (WYLD), including a leadership-focused session at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2024 and a global survey completed by 130 dementia researchers from 17 countries. The survey explored five capacity-building domains critical for leadership development. Over half of the survey respondents stated that scientific research in their country was not prioritized in public policy. Additionally, only 39% report holding full-time academic positions. The most cited challenges included lack of funding sources, training opportunities, and physical workspace.

SUBMITTER: Morello-Garcia F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12710519 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature