Dementia Researcher Blogs
Dementia Researcher blogs are written and then narrated by the authors. Through this podcast channel, we share the narrations, so you can listen back where ever you get your podcasts, as well as on our website - careers, research and your science. Brought to you by www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk - everything you need, all in one place.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 7 minutes
- Episodes
- 617
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Dr Becky Carlyle - Presenting Your Data Like a Pro
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…
Adam Smith - AAIC 2025, Big, Busy and Worth It
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 o…
Professor Brian Lawlor - Why doctors should rethink dementia as brain health
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 incura…
Lesley Cousland - Why Care Home Communities Deserve a Place in Research
Lesley Cousland, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Lesley makes a case for why care home communities must be fully included in research. Drawing on …
Dr Yvonne Couch - Coaching and Self-Reflection
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 acad…
Dr Jodi Watt - Who Gets Left Out of Dementia Prevention?
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 li…
Emily Spencer - The Exhausting Reality of Data Collection
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 surge…
Adam Smith - Closing the Gap Between Research and Implementation
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. Drawi…
Dr Lindsey Sinclair - Courage in Academic Life
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 spotlig…
Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali - Does the research funding process need reforming?
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 ce…
Dr Emma Law - Why Some people Say No to Research And How We Can Respond
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 i…
Dr Clíona Farrell - How to be okay facing the unknown
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…
Dr Peter Connelly - When Clinical Trials Fail
Dr Peter Connelly narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.
In this blog, Peter examines the emotional, professional, and organisational consequences of failed clinical trials. He reflects o…
Rebecca Williams - Self-Worth versus Reviewer Two
Rebecca Williams, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Rebecca explores the emotional impact of academic rejection and the difficulty of separating p…
Bernie McInally - Dementia Research in Rural Areas
Bernie McInally narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.
In this blog, Bernie reflects on his experience delivering dementia research in the Scottish Borders. Despite common barriers like g…
Emily Spencer - Staying Ahead of the PhD Panic Curve
Emily Spencer, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog Emily reflects on the challenges of staying on track in her doctoral studies while balancing the demands of…
Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali - Accelerated brain ageing and dementia
Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher.
In this blog, Kam explores whether dementia could be understood as a form of accelerated brain ageing. Drawing on neu…
Dr Jodi Watt - Why Saying ‘Demented’ Isn’t Just Wrong, It’s Harmful
Dr Jodi Watt, narrating a new blog they wrote for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Jodi Watt challenges the continued use of the term ‘demented’ in clinical and research contexts. S…
Dr Yvonne Couch - What Is DORA in Research and Why It Matters More Than You Think
Dr Yvonne Couch, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Yvonne shares her belated discovery of DORA—the Declaration on Research Assessment—and reflects on its or…
Dr Becky Carlyle - It Could Happen Here: Defending Research from Politics
Dr Becky Carlyle, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this timely and personal blog, Becky urges scientists to take a more active role in defending research f…