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World-renowned research and care for Alzheimer's and related diseases

About Us

The mission of the Mesulam Center is to conduct cutting-edge research on the devastating neurodegenerative disorders that cause dementia. Through this research we seek to better understand the underlying biological mechanisms of dementias so that we may identify novel therapeutic targets for the amelioration of disease. Our mission is also to clarify the neural organization of behavior and cognition in the human brain and to offer our patients and their families personalized care that addresses the symptoms as well as the underlying disease.”

Robert Vassar, PhD, Director

What We Do

At the Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer’s Disease at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we work to investigate the causes and clinical characteristics of neurodegenerative diseases, ensure that our patients are the beneficiaries of the latest advances and explore the neural foundations of behavior and cognition in health and disease. Areas of clinical emphasis include the following conditions:

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Community Engagement

The Mesulam Center has a long history of working with diverse and traditionally underrepresented minority communities to raise dementia awareness and engage in mutually beneficial partnerships.

Meet Our Community Partners

Alzheimer Day

Members of the Quality of Life Symposium panel clap during the 2024 event.

Save the Date: May 15, 2025

The 31st Annual Alzheimer Day will take place on Thursday, May 15, 2025 from 9:00 AN - 2:30 PM in the Feinberg Pavilion Conference Center. More information will be shared on our website soon. 

To view the most up-to-date event inforamtion, in addition to videos and abstracts from the 30th Annual Alzheimer Day event, you can follow the link below. 

Learn more about Alzheimer Day

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