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September 19, 2016

LBD: State of the Science

We are entering an era of unprecedented opportunity for understanding and treating Lewy body dementia (LBD). Our newest white paper,Lewy body dementia: The State of the Science provides the LBD community an easy-to-read overview of key major findings to date in LBD research. The report also highlights a vast array of opportunities to drive research progress forward.

Topics include:LBD State of the Science

  • The Lewy body dementia Spectrum
  • What is Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB)?
  • The Biology of DLB
  • Diagnosis, Detection and Monitoring
  • Risk Factors and Prevention
  • Clinical Trials
  • The LBD Community: Partners in Research

Download the full report.

White Paper BriefAlso available: White Paper Brief No time to read the full report?  Download this two-page handout that highlights key research opportunities identified in Lewy body dementia: State of the Science.

Download the brief report.

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