The university's Medical School has been given more than half a million pounds.
It's been awarded by the Alzheimers Society with the aim of making advances towards finding a cure for the condition, and improving care for sufferers.
The research will look at the mechanisms of electrical signalling in the brain which are disrupted by dementia, and the role played by genetics.
East Devon and Plymouth new towns rejected
Proposals don't make government shortlist
Exeter leisure centre to get revamp
'This is a fantastic opportunity for our area'
£400k plans for extension of heritage railway line
Team want to get it all the way to Bideford
Chiefs see off Sale in thrilling encounter
Exeter move into the top 4
Plans to change Torbay heart care dropped
Victory for campaigners
Torbay taxi driver stripped of licence after making video call
Driver carried passengers in untaxed vehicle
