The Art of Brain Health & Research

The Art of Brain Health & Research is a free public event at Modern One on Friday 4 September 2026, inviting visitors to learn more about brain health, Alzheimer’s research, and the work being carried out in Scotland.

Running from 10am to 2pm as a drop-in event, it is designed to make research more approachable and to give people a chance to explore the subject without needing any specialist knowledge.

Key Event Details

What To Expect

The event is hosted as part of World Alzheimer’s Month and should offer a more welcoming, public-facing introduction to the topic than a formal conference. Visitors can expect information about current research, brain health themes, and the wider effort to improve understanding of Alzheimer’s disease.

Because it is staged at Modern One, the event should also benefit from a calm and accessible setting rather than a purely clinical environment. That makes it a good option for curious visitors, carers, families, and anyone wanting to find out more about current research in a straightforward way.

Venue & Further Information

Modern One is part of the National Galleries campus in the West End area. You can browse more happenings at Modern One on Edinburgh247, or go straight to the organiser’s information for this event.

See the official event information for the latest details.

Our Tips

• Drop in at the time that suits you, rather than treating it like a fixed seated session.
• This would pair well with a wider visit to the Modern galleries if you are already in the area.
• If you know someone interested in dementia research or brain health, this is an easy event to recommend because it is free and informal.