Memory in Parkinson’s disease: A new approach based on natural language processing (in Spanish)
Automated language analysis could provide a more sensitive, rapid, and scalable assessment of the cognitive impairments associated with Parkinson’s disease. A study of Spanish speakers shows that it is not only how much one remembers that matters, but also how accurately and coherently one reconstructs an experience. You can read the full article, in Spanish, […]
Parkinson’s speaks for itself (in Spanish)
Digital analysis of short speech recordings enables the detection and assessment of the severity of early- and late-onset Parkinson’s disease using machine learning algorithms. This cost-effective and accessible approach paves the way for daily, personalized monitoring of motor function through devices such as cell phones. You can read the full article, in Spanish, here. […]
Communication in old age (in Spanish)
The way we speak to older adults should be tailored to their actual needs, not to stereotypes associated with age. Evidence shows that simplifying language can make it easier to understand, but a condescending or infantilizing tone can undermine dignity, cooperation, and the quality of care. You can read the full article, in Spanish, here. […]
Talking to older adults: between help and ageism
If you’ve ever heard someone say “Let’s take our medicine now, dear” to an older adult, you’ve encountered elderspeak. This sing-song register, highly common in daily life has often been criticized as patronizing and ageist. Yet, a fair appraisal of relevant research paints a more nuanced picture. To read the full article, click here.
Workshop on digital speech biomarkers at AAIC 2026
Workshop on digital speech biomarkers led by Adolfo García, Alexandra König, Olga Ivanova, Sofia Alexopoulou, Lindsay Hailey, and Gonzalo Pérez at the 2026 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference.
The words we choose: Indicators of mild cognitive impairment (in Spanish)
A new study showed that assessing verbal fluency using the automated TELL app enables the early detection of mild cognitive impairment. By evaluating speech rate, specificity, and pauses, the tool outperformed traditional neuropsychological tests in terms of accuracy. The finding opens up an accessible and cost-effective way to detect signs of brain health associated with […]
Workshop on digital speech biomarkers at AAIC 2026
Join us to learn the latest on digital speech biomarkers at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2026.
Can a one-minute speech test rival traditional tools for detecting Alzheimer’s?
In this perspective, Atlantic Fellow Adolfo García and Iván Caro examine how a brief speech test could help make Alzheimer’s screening faster, more accessible, and more equitable around the world. To read the full article, click here.
World Economic Forum report
Our CSO, Dr. Adolfo García, contributed to World Economic Forum’s report «The Longevity Dividend: The Business Case for Linking Health and Wealth». Venturing into the sustainability aspects of our global research agenda. Click here to read the full report.
Speech biomarkers (in Spanish)
A study of Spanish-speaking adults showed that digital speech biomarkers can detect Alzheimer’s disease with performance comparable to that of cognitive and neuroimaging tests. This approach could facilitate more accessible and scalable assessments through brief tasks and automated analysis. You can read the full article, in Spanish, here. Un estudio en adultos hispanohablantes […]