Philanthropy Powers Dementia Research at Cedars‑Sinai

For the millions of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, emerging scientific research continues to offer hope for enhanced diagnosis and treatment. A generous $1.5 million donation from the Chanin-Friedman family is helping Cedars-Sinai advance that research even further, expanding the medical center’s ability to understand dementia and, ultimately, improve outcomes for individuals and families everywhere.

The gift supports the Women’s Guild Neurology Project, launched in 2019 to accelerate innovative research and education for the understanding and treatment of complex neurological disorders.

“This contribution from the Chanin-Friedman family is impactful and far-reaching, enabling the Women’s Guild Neurology Project to continue unlocking the mystery behind some of the most devastating neurological illnesses,” said Nancy L. Sicotte, MD, the Women’s Guild Distinguished Chair in Neurology, chair of the Department of Neurology, director of the Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology Program, and professor of Neurology.

Those illnesses include dementia, a key research focus of Mitzi M. Gonzales, PhD, associate professor of Neurology and director of Translational Research at the Jona Goldrich Center for Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders.

“With partners like the Chanin-Friedmans, the Women’s Guild Neurology Project continues to pave the way as one of the nation’s leading programs in neurological medicine,” Gonzales said. “With this gift, their philanthropy is not only pioneering strategies with the potential to revolutionize approaches to dementia but also strengthening the fabric of our entire community.”

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