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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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10:07

Dr Clíona Farrell - A World Alzheimer’s Day reflection

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/09/21

Dr Clíona Farrell, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this World Alzheimer’s Day blog, Dr Clíona Farrell shares her reflections while on a career break from postdoctoral research. She considers both the progress and persistent challenges in the field of Alzheimer’s research, from genetic and lifestyle risk factors to the development of new treatments and biomarkers. While funding pressures and lack of diversity remain barriers, recent breakthroughs in therapies

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Emily Spencer - Rethinking Balance in Research

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/09/19

Emily Spencer, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. In this blog, PhD student Emily shares her reflections after attending the Alzheimer’s Society early career researcher retreat. She explores the myth of achieving perfect work-life balance, admitting how easily boundaries between research and personal life can blur. From compulsively checking emails to neglecting annual leave, Emily considers how fatigue and overcommitment distort priorities. She writes openly about the

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Dr Emma Law - Recruiting Participants for Clinical...

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2025/09/16

Dr Emma Law, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. Recruiting participants for clinical trials is one of the toughest barriers in research, particularly in dementia studies where strict inclusion criteria apply. In this guest blog, Dr Emma Law shares her experience on why recruitment is so difficult, the funnel effect of screening, and the limitations of existing tools. She also highlights strategies that work best, including NHS memory clinics, permission-to-contact

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Dr Clíona Farrell - Genetically determined...

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2025/09/11

Dr Clíona Farrell, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. Genetically determined Alzheimer’s disease, though rare, offers key insights into dementia research. In this blog, Dr Clíona Farrell recaps highlights from the ADAD-DSAD conference in Barcelona. Covering autosomal dominant Alzheimer’s disease and Down syndrome-related Alzheimer’s, she explores genetics, APOE’s role in symptom onset, clinical trial progress for anti-amyloid therapies in people with Down

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7:56

Dr Peter Connelly - Balancing Clinical Research with...

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2025/09/09

Dr Peter Connelly narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher. In this blog, Dr Peter Connelly explores how healthcare professionals can integrate clinical research into their daily practice without needing to dedicate their entire career to it. Drawing on his own experiences, he highlights the benefits of engaging with literature, involving patients, and participating in projects at varying levels. He demonstrates that clinical research and clinical practice are not mutually exclusive but can

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8:41

Dr Becky Carlyle - Managing the Endless Demands of an...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/09/02

Dr Becky Carlyle, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. In this blog, Becky explores the constant pressures of academia and the impossibility of “having it all.” Drawing on her experiences in both the UK and US, as well as lessons learned from elite sport, she discusses how setting clear long-term goals, building flexibility into plans, and learning when to say no are essential skills. She highlights the value of mentors, conscious decision making, and tailoring

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6:40

Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali - Delirium and dementia: A...

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/09/01

Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher. In this blog, Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali explains the differences between delirium and dementia, while highlighting their complex relationship. She shows how delirium, often misdiagnosed, not only worsens dementia symptoms but can also accelerate diagnosis in those already at risk. With high prevalence in hospitals and care homes, and the treatable nature of delirium, Kam makes the case for why delirium superimposed on

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10:05

Dr Yvonne Couch - Organizing a Conference

Dementia Researcher Blogs ·

2025/08/28

Dr Yvonne Couch, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Dr Yvonne Couch takes readers behind the scenes of organising the 7th Pre-Clinical Stroke Conference in Oxford. She shares the challenges of finding funding, juggling logistics, and managing endless details, while also highlighting moments of creativity and fun. With practical advice on sponsors, registration, talks, and the importance of injecting some light-hearted elements, the piece offers an engaging,

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4:51

Rebecca Williams - Career Decisions in Academia

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2025/08/28

Rebecca Williams, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. In this blog, Rebecca Williams challenges the idea of a single 'right' or 'wrong' career path in academia. Drawing from her own experience and her mother’s varied journey, she argues that every choice adds value, even if it feels like a detour. Rebecca encourages early career researchers to embrace uncertainty, see each step as part of a broader story, and focus less on optimisation and more on enjoyment of

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Jacqui Kerr - The role of a Research Nurse in...

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2025/08/26

Jacqui Kerr narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher. In this blog, Jacqui Kerr reflects on her career as a research nurse in dementia trials. She explains how the role bridges patient care and clinical research, from pre-screening and informed consent to administering study treatments and cognitive assessments. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience, Jacqui highlights the importance of maintaining data integrity, building relationships with participants, and supporting

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03:39

Dr Lindsey Sinclair - What does it mean to be Perfect?

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2025/08/19

Dr Lindsey Sinclair narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher.In this blog, Lindsey reflects on the pressure researchers feel to strive for perfection in their work. Drawing parallels with Donald Winnicott’s “good enough” concept in parenting, she argues that the relentless pursuit of perfection can hinder progress, damage wellbeing, and leave work unfinished. Instead, she suggests focusing on excellence and recognising that imperfection is part of the scientific process,

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05:07

Lesley Cousland - A Career from Nursing to Research

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2025/08/18

Lesley Cousland, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. In this blog, Lesley reflects on her journey from a childhood dream of nursing to a career in dementia research. She describes her shift from general to mental health nursing, her early glimpse into research, and her current role as a Clinical Studies Officer with the Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network. Lesley highlights the importance of inclusive research, the challenges and rewards of involving care homes,

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05:22

Dr Jodi Watt - The Myth of the Neutral Scientist

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2025/08/14

Dr Jodi Watt, narrating a new blog they wrote for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Jodi examines the long-held belief that good science requires neutrality, questioning whether true objectivity is possible. Drawing on her work in dementia research, she reflects on how researchers inevitably bring their identities, experiences, and values into their work. Rather than seeing this as a threat to credibility, she argues for embracing reflexivity — recognising our positionality to ask

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05:53

Emily Spencer - Letting Go of Mum Guilt

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2025/08/14

Emily Spencer, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Emily reflects on her experience as a working parent balancing a PhD with raising an energetic toddler. Initially confident in her childcare arrangement, she recently realised that juggling work during nap times while caring for her son on non-childcare days was leaving her exhausted and guilty. Emily describes the challenges of managing both roles, the comments that made her reassess her situation, and the

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06:27

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

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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...

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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 &...

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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...

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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

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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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