Alina Solomon

Alina Solomon is a Professor of Neuroepidemiology at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), affiliated with the Institute of Clinical Medicine within the School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences. She holds a Medical Doctorate from Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy (2004) and a PhD in Neurology from UEF (2011). As a Docent in Neuroepidemiology (2014), her work focuses on dementia prevention, brain aging, and multidomain interventions like the FINGER model. She leads global initiatives such as Africa-FINGERS and collaborates with institutions like Karolinska Institute and Imperial College London. Her research integrates clinical trials, biomarker studies, and public health strategies to combat cognitive decline.

Education:

• MD, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 2004
• PhD (Neurology), University of Eastern Finland, 2011
• Docent in Neuroepidemiology, University of Eastern Finland, 2014

Research interests emphasize neuroepidemiology, lifestyle interventions for dementia risk reduction, and translational research to bridge clinical trials and healthcare systems. Her projects include adapting the FINGER model with digital tools and repurposed drugs like metformin. She also investigates under-explored risk factors such as hearing impairment and dental health's impact on cognition.

Labs/Teams: UEF Brain Research Unit (clinical trials, neurological diseases) and Nordic-UK Brain Network (UEF-NBN).