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Robert Kolker and Dr. Sanjay Gupta discuss The Vanishing Family on CNN

Robert Kolker talks The Vanishing Family with CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta

Robert Kolker joins CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta to discuss The Vanishing Family, inherited frontotemporal dementia, and the search for a cure.

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Thursday, October 22, 2026
October 22, 2026
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Roots of Innovation Brain Health Benefit, November 12, 2026, featuring Sally Temple, Robert Kolker, and Annika Roll

Brain Health Benefit: Roots of Innovation

November 12, 2026 · FlowerSchoolNY, New York City. Featuring Robert Kolker, Annika Roll, and Sally Temple.

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October 30, 2026
Nov 12, 2026 6:00 PM
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The Vanishing Family book cover by Robert Kolker

The Vanishing Family by Robert Kolker

Praise for The Vanishing Family!

Published:
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Saturday, September 26, 2026
September 26, 2026

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