February 12, 2025
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Honoring Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller: A Legacy of Diversity in Alzheimer’s Research
In recognition of Black History Month, Dr. Carl V. Hill of the Alzheimer’s Association is shining a light on the contributions of Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller, M.D., a pioneering figure in dementia research. Dr. Fuller, the first known Black psychiatrist in the United States, played a critical role in early Alzheimer’s research, and his legacy underscores the ongoing need for diversity in dementia science today.