Profile – Professor Michael Coleman, University of Cambridge
Dementia ResearcherProfessor of Neuroscience at University of Cambridge, researching Axon and Synapse degeneration and supporting Alzheimer’s Research UK
Alzheimer’s Research UK launches a new ECR Programme
Alzheimer's Research UKWith the help of an ECR working group, ARUK has developed a new programme that consists of refreshing existing activities and developing new support for researchers starting their careers in dementia research.
Profile – Dr Rosa Sancho, Alzheimer’s Research UK
Head of Research for Alzheimer’s Research UK responsible for the implementation of ARUK’s research strategy and funding programmes, and partnerships with other organisations.
Guest Blog – Don’t Say the ‘D’ Word
Nathan StephensMuch has been done to improve dementia awareness, but in this blog Nathan Stephens discusses the narrative, and asks if this has been improved or could it be misleading?
Christine’s Story – Coping as a Carer
Alzheimer's SocietyChristine talks about life as a Carer and finding the Support she needed – a new short film from Alzheimer’s Society
Profile – Dr Jill Fowler, The University of Edinburgh
Alzheimer’s Research UK Senior Research Fellow at The University of Edinburgh researching Stroke, Vascular dementia and Astrocytes
How lab leaders can support students’ non-academic career plans
Nature Careers BlogNervous about advising junior lab colleagues who want to switch sectors? Don’t be, say scientists who have made the move. Shared from Nature Careers Blog
Present your research at AAIC 2022 – Deadline extended
Alzheimer's AssociationDEADLINE EXTENDED to 31st January – Alzheimer’s Association International Conference® 2022 (AAIC®) – Details on how to submit here
Engage with people with lived experience – Dementia Enquirers Mini-Internship
Dementia Enquirers is offering up to five ECRs a ‘mini-internship’ with some or all of the Pioneers – people with dementia who have been shaping this programme from the start.
Podcast – Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, ISTAART Research Perspectives
Fernando Peres & Dr Clara Domínguez Vivero talk with CST expert and researcher Alzheimer’s Association Volunteer exploring perspectives from each side of CST – user and researcher.
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