PIA Overview:
Diversity and Disparities
Executive Committee
Chair: Megan Zuelsdorff
Vice Chair: Shana D. Stites
Programs Chair: Claudia Suemoto
Communications Chair: Ethan Cicero
Student/Post-Doc Representative: Renelle Bourdage
Immediate Past Chair: Ganesh Babulal
The Diversity and Disparities PIA focuses on identifying potential differences in risk reduction strategies, diagnosis, and treatment effectiveness in individuals of diverse backgrounds. A major emphasis is placed on underlying cultural and cognitive differences and brain mechanisms. The PIA also explores culturally-responsible strategies for dementia risk reduction in these populations.