Federica D'Andrea

Dr. Federica D'Andrea is a Lecturer in Dementia Studies at the Geller Institute of Ageing and Memory, School of Medicine and Biosciences, University of West London. She is actively engaged in research and teaching, focusing on innovative approaches to dementia care and quality of life improvement for individuals living with dementia.

Her research interests include:

• Olfactory and multi-sensory stimulation in dementia care
• Object handling and heritage-based interventions
• Post-diagnostic care models in primary care
• Mixed-methods evaluation of dementia care interventions
• Evidence-based practice in health and social care for dementia

Dr. D'Andrea's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on evaluating and developing novel, person-centered interventions for dementia care, particularly in care home and primary care settings. Her work combines rapid and scoping reviews with intervention design and feasibility studies, indicating a translational research approach aimed at bridging evidence and practice. The recurring themes across her articles include sensory engagement, stakeholder involvement, and improving care quality through innovation.

Scientific Contributions:

• Development of a theory- and evidence-based multi-sensory intervention involving olfactory stimuli and heritage items
• Contributions to the PriDem study on post-diagnostic dementia care in primary care
• Authorship of key reviews on olfactory and object handling interventions

She teaches on the MSc Dementia Studies programme, delivering modules on contemporary practice, policy, evidence-based approaches, and research methods. She also supervises PhD research in ageing and dementia. Dr. D'Andrea is a member of the Geller Institute of Ageing and Memory, where she contributes to a collaborative research environment focused on improving outcomes for older adults and those with dementia.