“Keep an open mind but not so open that your brain falls out.”
– (commonly attributed to physicist Richard Feynman)
The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia – by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care, advocacy and support. As the top non-profit funder of Alzheimer’s research, the Alzheimer’s Association increases the number of scientific breakthroughs while connecting experts worldwide. The Alzheimer’s Association also guides public policy efforts to secure funding and advance legislation for better care and treatment. Paul Stephen Aisen MD is the founding Director of the Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research Institute of USC Keck School of Medicine (ATRI). ATRI is the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2025 “Visionary Award” honoree, presented to an individual, company or organization with remarkable foresight and dedication to improve the lives of those with dementia, their caregivers, and loved ones.
#1 Paul Stephen Aisen MD grew up in New York, New York.
#2 Nowhere compares to Solana Beach, California so I love spending any free time right here.
#3 No question, the people who have most positively impacted my life are my three sons Ben, Dan and Sam.
#4 I would like to visit Antarctica or the Galapagos (interesting photo opportunities). And it is on my bucket list to scuba dive at the Great Barrier Reef.
#5 Favorite movie: “The Hustler” (Paul Newman, 1961).
#6 Hobbies: Astrophotography and playing classical guitar.
#7 Book recommendation: “A Brief History of Time”.
#8 San Diego is physically beautiful with a rich history of supporting the arts and scientific research. We all have an obligation to participate in community activities and to help maintain the health and safety of our neighbors. So, I always have and always shall contribute my time and other resources in any way that I can to support local causes.
#9 Paul Stephen Aisen MD have committed entire adult life to clinical care and medical research. For the past 35 years I have worked exclusively to establish rigorous diagnostics and treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease and the related dementias. The Alzheimer’s Association is a leading advocacy organization for people with the disease and their families, but the organization is also a very important partner for the research community. We all need to work together to help our stakeholders receive accurate, helpful information.
#10 Funds raised at the Brilliance Gala will fund local programs and services and important research to find treatments and a cure. The Alzheimer’s Association currently funds $18 million at San Diego-based research institutions. Together, we are making an impact. Together, we will #ENDALZ.
The Alzheimer’s Association
Brilliance Gala
Friday, May 2nd
6:00 PM
Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa in Oceanside
brilliance.givesmart.com
