Alice Howland is a fictional character from the novel "Still Alice," written by Lisa Genova. She is a 50-year-old cognitive psychology professor at Harvard University who begins to experience early-onset Alzheimer's disease. The story follows her struggles with memory loss and the impact of the disease on her personal and professional life. As Alice's condition progresses, she faces challenges in maintaining her relationships with her family, including her husband and three children. The novel explores themes of identity, love, and the effects of Alzheimer's on both the individual and their loved ones, highlighting the emotional journey of living with this condition.