About Us
Our Story
BrainLove grew out of Dr. Dani Cabral’s frustration with the many barriers in the traditional healthcare system to provide holistic and responsive care and support to patients and families. She subsequently observed patients and families “give up” early in the disease course, becoming demoralized and dehumanized. The truth is, there is a better way.
Our Mission
BrainLove is transforming the narrative on Alzheimer’s and related diseases of aging through cutting-edge medical care, accessible education, trusted resources, and inspiring community. We optimize cognition and function through personalized care that empowers patients and families with clarity, courage, and openness to growth and transformation. BrainLove is not here to do business as usual – we’re here to rewrite the rules.
Our Founder
Dr. Danielle “Dani” Cabral is an Ivy-league trained, internationally respected Alzheimer’s specialist neurologist and psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience in Alzheimer’s care and clinical research. She’s known for her unique ability to translate cutting-edge science into real-world, deeply human care. Dr. Cabral has served as principal investigator for multiple Alzheimer’s clinical trials, received grants to advance access and awareness, and speaks widely on transforming brain aging and care.
EDUCATION
- BA, International Studies, Vassar College
- Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Studies, Harvard University
- MD, University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix
- Combined Neurology & Psychiatry Residency; Neurodegenerative Disease Research Fellowship, Brown University
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
- Assistant Professor, Departments of Neurology and Psychiatry, University of Arizona College of Medicine 2018-present
- Affiliated Faculty, Arizona State University-Banner Neurodegenerative Disease Research Center 2024-Present
PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND BOARD CERTIFICATION
Board-Certified in Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, 2017
Board-Certified in Psychiatry, American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, 2018
Arizona Medical License: 2018-Present
MEDICAL/COMMUNITY EDUCATION
- Global Faculty, Neuroscience Education Institute 2023-present
- Frequent professional & community talks and podcasts on topics including Brain aging; Alzheimer’s and related diseases diagnosis, treatment, care, and prevention; Improving care systems
CLINICAL TRIALS LEADERSHIP
- Principal Investigator for numerous Alzheimer’s clinical trials including those studying:
- lecanemab, donanemab, aducanumab, semaglutide, and gantenerumab
- Associate Principal Investigator, Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials Consortium (ACTC) 2018-2023
GRANTS AND AWARDS RECIPIENT
- Alzheimer’s Association and Alzheimer’s Therapeutics Research Institute
- National Institutes of Health
- National Institute of Mental Health
- Arizona Alzheimer’s Consortium
- American Academy of Neurology
NATIONAL ADVISORY BOARDS
- Duet Meaning & Hope Institute
- Initiative to Change the D-Word
