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Dementia Researcher Blogs

Dementia Researcher

The Dementia Researcher Blogs Podcasts - through this show, you can hear our bloggers read their blogs. So if you prefer to read, you can head or our website or you can listen on the move. These shows are about academic / research careers, research, science and life as an early career dementia researchers. Brought to you by https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk - everything you need, all in one place. Remember to subscribe to our main ‘Dementia Researcher‘ Podcast, here and where ever you get

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06:27

Julie Scott - How I Got into Clinical Research: My...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/08/11

Julie Scott narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher.In this blog, Julie reflects on her varied career in care, from working in dementia wards to joining clinical research at 55. She shares how her skills evolved, the challenges of adapting to new procedures and technology, and the rewards of supporting volunteers in trials. Julie also highlights her team’s work across dementia and other neuroprogressive diseases, the importance of adaptability, and the impact research can have on

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05:31

Dr Peter Connelly - Patients, Practice and the...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/08/07

Dr Peter Connelly narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher. In this blog, Dr Peter Connelly shares his journey through clinical research, starting with a student dissertation on cimetidine and stretching across decades in psychiatry and old age mental health. He discusses how each step, from early studies to NHS-led drug trials, taught him to question assumptions, listen carefully to patients, and seek better outcomes. His reflections offer valuable lessons for clinicians and researchers

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10:18

Victoria Gabb - Patient and Public Involvement &...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/08/04

Victoria Gabb, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Victoria Gabb reflects on her experience of embedding patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) into the MCI Core Outcomes Study. She describes the challenges and successes of involving people with lived experience throughout the research process, from shaping research questions to co-developing study materials and ensuring more inclusive design. The blog highlights the broader value of PPIE in

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09:26

Marian Montanha - How We Use Biomarkers in Dementia...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/08/01

Marian Montanha, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. In this blog, Marian explains how biomarkers are used in dementia trials, particularly in diagnosing and tracking Alzheimer’s disease. She reflects on how current diagnostic tools fall short and explores how biomarker research could enable earlier and more accurate detection. Marian also shares her experience supporting participants in these studies, highlighting both the burden and the value of their

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05:31

Dr Lindsey Sinclair - Why does inclusion matter at...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/30

Dr Lindsey Sinclair narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher. In this blog, Lindsey reflects on her experiences attending conferences and the growing efforts to make them more inclusive. From accessible venues and quiet spaces to virtual options and support for parents, she highlights positive changes while urging organisers to go further. Drawing on personal anecdotes and practical examples, the blog argues that inclusive conferences aren’t just fairer—they improve the quality

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06:55

Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali - The Impact of Dementia on Women

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/28

Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher. In this blog, Kam explores the disproportionate impact of dementia on women, examining both biological and social factors that heighten their risk. She discusses the underrepresentation of women in dementia research, the exclusion of females from clinical trials, and the additional caregiving burdens placed on women. The blog makes a clear case for action – not just to understand why women are more likely to develop

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07:12

Dr Clíona Farrell - Climate Change and the Brain

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/25

Dr Clíona Farrell, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Clíona shares reflections from the Hot Brain 3 conference, which examined the intersection of climate change and brain health. From the exacerbation of neurological conditions like Dravet syndrome and dementia during heatwaves, to emerging links between rising temperatures and preterm births, the event laid bare the growing risks posed by a warming planet. With first-hand accounts, scientific

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06:39

Rebecca Williams - Go with the Flo: Periods at Work

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/23

Rebecca Williams, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. In this blog, Rebecca Williams, opens up about the often-overlooked impact of periods on work and productivity. With a mix of personal reflection and scientific insight, she challenges the silence around menstruation in professional spaces. Highlighting the cognitive and emotional toll of PMS, she argues for more understanding, workplace flexibility, and dedicated research into menstrual health. This honest

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09:30

Dr Becky Carlyle - Presenting Your Data Like a Pro

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/21

Dr Becky Carlyle, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. In this blog Becky, shares how her early struggles with statistics shaped her thinking on data presentation. She offers practical guidance to help researchers present their results in ways that are clear, open, and reliable. From visualising full distributions to showing raw data and model outputs, she explains how small choices in presentation can make a big difference to how your research is interpreted and

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06:19

Adam Smith - AAIC 2025, Big, Busy and Worth It

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/13

Adam Smith narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.In this guest blog, Adam offers a view of what to expect from the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) 2025. Drawing on past experiences, he outlines why this global event matters, what makes it unique, and how first-timers can make the most of it without becoming overwhelmed. From orientation lounges to poster sessions and career development opportunities, Adam provides reassurance and practical advice for navigating

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03:56

Professor Brian Lawlor - Why doctors should rethink...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/10

Professor Brian Lawlor narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.In this blog, Brian argues for a fundamental shift in how doctors approach dementia. Instead of seeing it solely as an incurable disease, he proposes a brain health framework that empowers clinicians to manage risks, prevent complications like delirium, reduce inappropriate medications, and support quality of life. By adopting proactive, holistic care strategies, Brian (and the evidence) believes dementia can become a more

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06:36

Dr Emma Law - Why Care Home Communities Deserve a...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/07

Dr Emma Law, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Emma makes a case for why care home communities must be fully included in research. Drawing on experience and examples from her work, she highlights the exclusion faced by residents and staff, not due to inability but because systems and assumptions make participation unnecessarily difficult. The blog outlines practical steps for inclusion and urges researchers, policymakers, and care providers to

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11:04

Dr Yvonne Couch - Coaching and Self-Reflection

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/04

Dr Yvonne Couch, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Yvonne shares her experience of working with a coach to explore identity, confidence, and purpose in academia. Through a humorous and vulnerable lens, she outlines how coaching has helped her challenge ingrained behaviours, understand her motivations, and untangle self-worth from professional achievement. The post highlights why self-reflection matters and how coaching can offer a constructive, external

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09:30

Dr Jodi Watt - Who Gets Left Out of Dementia Prevention?

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/07/02

Dr Jodi Watt, narrating a new blog they wrote for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Jodi Watt challenges the dominant narrative around dementia prevention. While lifestyle factors like diet and exercise are often emphasised, she argues these overlook deep-rooted structural inequalities. Jodi explores how factors such as poverty, racism, disability, housing, and access to healthcare shape exposure to risk and capacity to prevent dementia. She calls for a shift away from individual

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06:59

Emily Spencer - The Exhausting Reality of Data...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/06/26

Emily Spencer, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog Emily, writes about the exhausting reality of data collection in her dementia research. Working in GP surgeries to video record consultations, she reflects on the challenge of building trust, managing logistics, and staying composed while juggling the demands of parenting and long commutes. Though rewarding, the process is draining, and Emily explores how she is learning to rest and make space for

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08:04

Adam Smith - Closing the Gap Between Research and...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/06/23

Adam Smith narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.In this guest blog, Adam explores the persistent challenge of getting research findings into practice, especially in dementia care. Drawing on conversations from the Dementia Researcher podcast and community, he highlights the common frustrations researchers face when promising ideas stall after funding ends. Adam shares five practical strategies to bridge the gap between research and implementation, calling for funders and institutions

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07:55

Dr Lindsey Sinclair - Courage in Academic Life

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/06/19

Dr Lindsey Sinclair narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher.In this blog, Lindsey explores the role of courage in academic life. From the challenge of stepping into the spotlight to asking for help, she shares examples of bravery at all levels of research careers. Drawing from her own journey, personal, professional, and occasionally painful, she reminds us that many small acts of courage can build a meaningful and successful career in science. Whether it’s speaking up,

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09:11

Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali - Does the research funding...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/06/17

Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher.In this blog, Kam critically explores how research funding is currently awarded and argues that the process, while central to academic success, is fraught with subjectivity and bias. Drawing on her own experiences and wider evidence, she considers reforms such as blind reviewing, partial randomisation, and incentives for good research practice, all with the aim of making the system fairer and more conducive to

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06:00

Dr Emma Law - Why Some people Say No to Research And...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/06/16

Dr Emma Law, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. In this blog, Emma explores why some people choose not to take part in dementia research. She looks at what might influence their decision, including misunderstandings, personal concerns, family pressure, and practical barriers. Emma offers respectful ways to respond, aiming to support informed choice while recognising that research is never the right option for everyone. Find the original text, and

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04:52

Dr Clíona Farrell - How to be okay facing the unknown

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/06/13

Dr Clíona Farrell, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Clíona explores the challenge of facing an uncertain future as her first postdoc contract nears its end. Choosing to take a career break for travel without a fixed plan in place, she reflects on her discomfort with uncertainty, the pressure of well-meaning questions from others, and the wider instability faced by early career researchers. While offering no tidy solutions, Clíona shares what’s

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