Marie Curie and Alzheimer’s Society open call for research applications into EOL care 

ByJDCteam

Marie Curie and Alzheimer’s Society have partnered to make £1m available for new research that can improve the end of life experiences of people with dementia and unpaid family carers. 

Marie Curie says: 

“Despite dementia and Alzheimer’s disease being the leading cause of death in the UK, there are significant gaps in both evidence and service provision for people dying of, or with, dementia. This means that many are not receiving the right care and support to have the best possible experience at the end of their lives.” 

The call is open to Expressions of Interest (EOI) from 4 June to 30 July 2024, with lead applicants from shortlisted EOI’s then invited to submit a full application. 

You can find out more and complete an Expression of Interest here: https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/research/information-researchers/marie-curie-research-grants-scheme 

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