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
Rebecca Williams - The Dark World of Computational Modelling
Rebecca Williams, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
Rebecca, explores the often-intimidating realm of computational modelling in neuroscience. She compares thi…
Bernie McInally - LGBTQ+ in Care Home Research
Bernie McInally narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.
In his guest blog, Bernie McInally, explores the often-overlooked needs of LGBTQ+ residents in care homes. Reflecting on his initial…
Yasmin Bonsu - The Comparison Trap: Finding Balance in Your Final Year
Yasmin Bonsu, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
Yasmin explores the pitfalls of self-comparison that many students face as they approach graduation. She discusses …
Dr Jodi Watt - Dementia-Friendly Spaces
Dr Jodi Watt, narrating a new blog they wrote for the Dementia Researcher website.
Jodi explores the importance of designing dementia-friendly spaces to enhance the quality of life for those livi…
Amelia Robson - Why I have a complicated relationship with TV adverts
Amelia Robson, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Amelia reflects on her experiences working with people living with dementia during her home sleep studies.…
Ella Moonan-Howard - Alzheimer’s Society newest support package: Launchpad
Ella Moonan-Howard, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
The Alzheimer’s Society has launched a new support package called "Launchpad," designed to help innovators turn de…
Dr Sam Moxon - How do you create a university spin out?
Dr Sam Moxon, narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.
Sam's blog, offers a step-by-step guide for academics interested in turning their research into a successful business. Drawing fro…
Ella Moonan-Howard and Pepsi Reilly - 4 reasons academics make good Innovators
Ella Moonan-Howard, narrating her and Pepsi Reilly's blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Ella and Pepsi, explore why academics make great innovators. Drawing from her own…
Ella Moonan-Howard - Venture Science: What is it?
Ella Moonan-Howard, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
Discover how venture science is transforming dementia care in the first blog of our week-long focus on innovation,…
Dr Clíona Farrell - Journey to a PhD: A week in the life of a PhD student
Dr Clíona Farrell, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
Clíona shares a typical week looks like for a PhD student. From lab work and data analysis to committee meet…
Dr Clíona Farrell - Journey to a PhD: How to write a standout CV and Cover Letter
Dr Clíona Farrell, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In the second of her three-part series Clíona offers practical advice for those applying to PhD programmes. She b…
Dr Clíona Farrell - Journey to a PhD: How to get there
Dr Clíona Farrell, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In the first of her three-part series Clíona shares her personal journey to obtaining a PhD, offering insights in…
Emily Spencer - Best of Both Worlds
Emily Spencer, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Emily shares her experience of returning to work after nine months of maternity leave while balancing her…
Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali - Mimicking Dementia: What is Functional Cognitive Disorder?
Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher.
The blog discusses Functional Cognitive Disorder (FCD), a condition that mimics dementia due to overlapping clinical …
Victoria Gabb - Developing ‘core outcomes’ for mild cognitive impairment research
Victoria Gabb, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
Join Victoria, a Senior Research Associate at the University of Bristol, as she embarks on a new blog series exploring t…
Dr Sam Moxon - Flying Solo to an International Conference? A Survival Guide
Dr Sam Moxon, narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.
In this blog, Sam provides practical advice for PhD students and postdocs attending conferences alone, especially overseas. Sam sh…
Dr Yvonne Couch - The Open Secret: A Piece on Academic Bullying
Dr Yvonne Couch, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
Yvonne’s blog, tackles the pervasive issue of academic bullying, exploring how power imbalances and toxic behaviours ar…
Yasmin Bonsu - Returning to University Post-Placement Year: Nervous or Excited?
Yasmin Bonsu, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
Yasmin shares her reflections and anticipations as she transitions from a hands-on placement year back to the theor…
Adam Smith - The Evolving Landscape of PhD Funding
Adam Smith narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.
Adam’s blog discusses the evolving landscape of PhD funding, particularly the growing prominence of Doctoral Training Centres (DTCs). The…
Dr Connor Richardson - In Defence of Academia
Dr Connor Richardson narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.
Connor's blog offers a thoughtful reflection on the challenges and rewards of an academic career. Prompted by a personal co…