Early brain development and cognitive aging – a global challenge

The global dementia epidemic The number of people living with dementia worldwide is currently estimated at 47 million and this number is predicted to triple by 2050 [1]. Importantly, nearly 60% of people with dementia live in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). There is currently no disease-modifying treatment for diseases that cause dementia, and dementia related care is costly and complex; some of the main challenges associated with dementia include its economic impact on families, caregivers and communities, and the associated stigma and social exclusion [2]. What can be done? Understanding the life-course determinants of resilience to brain aging could...