Dr. Laura Middleton’s research aims to identify strategies to reduce dementia risk and promote wellbeing and independence among those living with dementia, with a focus on physical activity and complementary lifestyle strategies.

She involves people living with or at risk for dementia, health care professionals, and community service providers as co-researchers to create accessible and effective supports. Recent projects focus on combined exercise and cognitive training among people at risk for dementia, and strategies to improve the inclusion and participation of persons living with dementia and mild cognitive impairment in physical activity and other community wellness programs. She is the co-lead of the Canadian Dementia Learning and Resource Network.