Careers PhD Students
Blog - First time through the publication process
Blog - First time through the publication process

Dr Clíona Farrell shares her experience of getting a first data paper published – the unknowns, the iterations, and the reality behind each stage..

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Blog - The Role of Memory Clinics in Clinical Research
Blog - The Role of Memory Clinics in Clinical Research

Guest blog by Dr Peter Connelly explores how memory clinics play a vital and often underused role in linking routine assessment to dementia clinical trials..

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Why you should write your PhD thesis backwards
Why you should write your PhD thesis backwards

By considering the central statement of your entire PhD, you can structure your writing around it, says Tuuli Toivonen in a post on Nature Careers.

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Blog - Building a Personal Brand
Blog - Building a Personal Brand

Personal branding isn't about self-promotion. Adam Smith shares how clarity and consistency can help researchers get noticed for the right reasons..

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Blog - AI and BlueSky: Embracing the Everyday Tech of Academia
Blog - AI and BlueSky: Embracing the Everyday Tech of Academia

New blog by Rebecca Williams on using AI, apps, and social platforms to boost your research life — from Zotero to BlueSky, she’s got tips to try today!.

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Blog - How to Network and Advice for Making the First Move
Blog - How to Network and Advice for Making the First Move

In this blog Adam Smith provides practical, honest advice for building you network and research connections. Start small, stay human, & send that first message.

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Blog - How to Write a Powerful Conference Abstract
Blog - How to Write a Powerful Conference Abstract

Dr Jodi Watt shares smart, practical tips to help your abstract stand out and boost your chances of getting on the conference programme..

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Blog - How PPIE involvement can Improve a Conference
Blog - How PPIE involvement can Improve a Conference

Guest blog by Dr Clíona Farrell on how PPIE made a research conference more inclusive, impactful, and accessible for all. A must-read for every scientist..

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Blog - What I Wish I Knew Before Working in Clinical Trials
Blog - What I Wish I Knew Before Working in Clinical Trials

New blogger Marian Montanha shares valuable insights from her first nine months in clinical trials, highlighting unexpected challenges and rewarding discoveries.

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Blog - Will Dementia Research Funding Weather the Financial Storm?
Blog - Will Dementia Research Funding Weather the Financial Storm?

Dr Sam Moxon discusses how shifting government financial priorities might impact dementia research funding, can we weather the storm?.

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Blog - Stand-Up Scientists: Lessons from Comedy
Blog - Stand-Up Scientists: Lessons from Comedy

Want to make your research talks more engaging? Rebecca Williams shares lessons from stand-up comedy to keep your audience hooked. 🎤🎭.

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Blog - How to turn your thesis into publications
Blog - How to turn your thesis into publications

Struggling to publish from your PhD? Dr Sam Moxon shares expert tips on turning thesis chapters into journal papers—simplify, structure, submit, and succeed!.

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Blog - My first time as a peer reviewer
Blog - My first time as a peer reviewer

Dr Clíona Farrell shares her first experience as a peer reviewer—navigating confidence, challenges & the process. A must-read for early career researchers!.

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Blog - Draft Zero to Hero
Blog - Draft Zero to Hero

Rebecca Williams shares insights on overcoming writing struggles, embracing messy first drafts, and collaborating to refine research papers..

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Blog - Productivity, Focus, and Parenthood
Blog - Productivity, Focus, and Parenthood

Emily Spencer explores productivity and focus in her latest blog, as she continues to work on balancing PhD work and parenthood challenges..

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Podcast - Viva La Success: Acing Your PhD Thesis Defence
Podcast - Viva La Success: Acing Your PhD Thesis Defence

Unlock the secrets to PhD success with our Viva La Succes episode! Expert insights and empowering personal stories to help you ace your defence with confidence.

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Blog - The Emotional Labour of Study Recruitment
Blog - The Emotional Labour of Study Recruitment

Explore the complexities of emotional labour in dementia research and study recruitment with insights from Dr Sarah Griffiths.

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Blog - Opening Notes: Dr Becky Carlyle's Journey
Blog - Opening Notes: Dr Becky Carlyle's Journey

Meet Dr Becky Carlyle in her first blog post as she joins us as a regular contributor. Her future posts will explore leadership and starting your own lab..

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Blog - A PhD’s Christmas Carol
Blog - A PhD’s Christmas Carol

Check out Rebecca Williams's blog, capturing a PhD student's yuletide journey from despair to rediscovery of her research's value!.

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Blog - Bringing Project Management into your PhD
Blog - Bringing Project Management into your PhD

Explore project management tips for PhD success in this blog from Adam Smith - essential insights for navigating research challenges with confidence!.

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Blog - Should You Stay? Pros and Cons of Postdoc’ing in Your PhD Lab
Blog - Should You Stay? Pros and Cons of Postdoc’ing in Your PhD Lab

Dr Clíona Farrell shares the upsides and challenges of staying in your PhD lab for a postdoc, weighing career benefits, comfort, and fresh perspectives.

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Blog - Flying Solo to an International Conference? A Survival Guide
Blog - Flying Solo to an International Conference? A Survival Guide

Discover top tips for solo conference travel in Dr Sam Moxon's guide. From reducing anxiety to networking, learn how to make the most of your solo adventure!.

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Blog - The Evolving Landscape of PhD Funding
Blog - The Evolving Landscape of PhD Funding

Adam Smith examines changes in PhD funding, with a focus on the rise of Doctoral Training Centres and their role in shaping interdisciplinary research. .

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Blog - Reflections on My PhD Viva & Next Steps
Blog - Reflections on My PhD Viva & Next Steps

Don't miss Dr Hannah Hussain's final blog! She reflects on her PhD viva journey, sharing insights and tips for success. A must-read for PhD students!.

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Blog - Making Friends When You're the Newcomer
Blog - Making Friends When You're the Newcomer

Boost your research like an Olympian! Embrace performance coaching to enhance well-being, resilience, and productivity in dementia research. Get on the podium!.

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