Who we are

Cork Cultural Companions is an Age & Opportunity Arts initiative, delivered by Muintir Cork and supported by the HSE and Cork City and County Councils. Cork Cultural Companions has local networks of members who attend events together regularly in Cork City, Mallow, Bantry and East Cork.

Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Brain Connections Information Day 14th June

 Parkinson’s Disease Research Cluster (PDRC)


The Parkinson's Disease Research Cluster, aligned with UCC Futures: Future

Ageing and Brain Sciences at University College Cork brings together experts

from clinical, social and health service research fields, and Parkinson’s Ireland

representatives to improve life for people with Parkinson’s.

Our work focuses on understanding causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and care. Key

topics include awareness, mental health, stigma, exercise, women’s health,

technology use, and health services research.

Following the success of past public events, University College Cork is excited

to host another


Brain Connections Information Day

14th June 2025 1.00pm – 4.00pm 

Parkinson’s Disease Research Cluster (PDRC)

at the Western Gateway Building,

UCC, Western Road, Cork T12 XF62at the Western Gateway Building, UCC, Western Road, Cork T12 XF62


This event will feature informative sessions on the latest research in Parkinson’s

disease and Alzheimer’s disease/dementia. The programme will include talks on

topics including exercise, dance, music, diet, communication, and signposting to

local services.

In the building’s foyer, attendees can explore information stands featuring

research studies, new technologies, and community resources. This event is open

to all, and we hope to create a lively and informative afternoon of learning and

exchange.

We look forward to welcoming researchers and the public alike to share in this

vibrant day of science and community. More details can be found on

https://www.ucc.ie/en/pdrc/parkassoc/#d.en.1882599

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