Blog - The Contradictions & Challenges of the Junior PI
Dr Yvonne Couch on the junior PI trap: you train people up, lose them to bigger labs, and try to define a job nobody else has defined for you..
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Blog - Finding values in research and dementia
Dr Toby Williamson on values, evidence and dementia research, plus an invitation from the new editor of the Journal of Dementia Care..
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Blog - Building accessible & inclusive research environments
Becky Carlyle on what disabled researchers need from PIs, why flexible working matters, and how accessible labs make better science for all..
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Blog - Alzheimer's Disease Takes a Lifetime
Professor Louise Serpell explores why Alzheimer’s disease may begin long before symptoms, and why models, biomarkers and collaboration now matter..
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Blog - Am I Ready? Knowing When to Apply for Your First Research Fellowship
Dr Sam Moxon shares how to judge when to apply for your first research fellowship, from finding your question to proving independence and readiness..
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Blog - The Motherhood Penalty and Career Progression
Dr Becky Carlyle reflects on motherhood, academia, and career impact, exploring real challenges and small changes that could support working parents..
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Blog - From Academia and Beyond
After 34 years in academia, Prof Louise Serpell reflects on mentoring, burnout, and starting again. A story of science, students, and finding a new direction..
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Why a high publication rate doesn’t always reflect success
Seven papers in a year sounds like success. This researcher explains why quiet years without publications still matter and how invisible progress shapes careers.
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Blog - ChatGPT in Academia
Dr Yvonne Couch explores how researchers use ChatGPT in academia, asking if it boosts productivity, changes research culture, or exposes deeper problems..
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Blog - A Career in Alzheimer’s Research
Prof Louise Serpell reflects on a lifetime in Alzheimer’s research, from early nerves to building a collaborative career shaped by curiosity, setbacks & people.
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Blog - Academic overwhelm, you’re not the only one!
Dr Becky Carlyle shares her experience of academic overwhelm, balancing research, teaching and life, plus practical ways to manage pressure and stay grounded..
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Blog - Storytelling in Academia
Dr Yvonne Couch explains why storytelling helps researchers communicate science, engage audiences, and improve writing, presentations, and collaboration..
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Blog - A Scientific Christmas Message of Hope
Becky Carlyle shares a Christmas message filled with scientific progress optimism and new possibilities in dementia research drawn from the latest discoveries.
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Blog - Competition in Science
Dr Yvonne Couch explores how competition shapes science from tenure debates and prestige effects to pressures on early career researchers..
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Blog - Running a Conference
Organising a conference sounds simple until it begins. Dr Yvonne Couch shares lessons learned, chaos managed, and respect gained from running her first event..
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Blog - How Carers can Help Research
Carers bring real-world experience to dementia research. Denise Grassick-Munro explains how carers’ insights and involvement make research more meaningful..
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Blog - Fellowship Writing & Interview Tips
Dr Becky Carlyle shares practical advice on fellowship applications and interviews, from writing and mentoring to handling feedback, rejection, and success..
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Blog - Managing the Endless Demands of an Academic Career
Dr Becky Carlyle shares how she sets goals, balances research, teaching, and service, and learns when to say yes or no in the face of endless academic demands..
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Blog - Organizing a Conference
Dr Yvonne Couch shares the trials, tips, and unexpected rewards of organising a conference, from funding struggles to adding a little fun..
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Blog - Presenting Your Data Like a Pro
Present your data like a pro. Dr Becky Carlyle shares practical tips to build trust and clarity in your research by showing what your stats really say..
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Blog - Coaching and Self-Reflection
Dr Yvonne Couch explores how coaching helped her rethink identity, confidence and self-worth, and why self-reflection is essential in academic life..
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Blog - What Is DORA in Research and Why It Matters More Than You Think
Dr Yvonne Couch unpacks what DORA is, why it matters in academia, and how we’re all still struggling to put its principles into practice..
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Blog - It Could Happen Here: Defending Research from Politics
Dr Becky Carlyle explores how researchers can defend science from political threats and reconnect with communities. A timely, passionate guest blog..
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Blog - Writing Your First Fellowship
Dr Yvonne Couch shares wisdom (and warnings) on writing your first fellowship application — from timing and ideas to funding and salary tips..
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Blog - Choose your Mentors
Dr Becky Carlyle shares insights on choosing the right mentors at critical moments in your career—building leadership and community in academia..
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Blog - My PhD: Neurovascular effects of heart disease in Alzheimer's
Discover how Rahul Sidhu is exploring the link between heart disease and Alzheimer’s, uncovering how vascular health impacts neurodegeneration..
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Blog - So you need some data – now what?
Dr Jodi Watt shares expert insights on finding, managing & understanding research data—practical tips, real challenges & motivation to get started!.
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Blog - How on earth do I hire my team?!
Struggling with hiring your first lab team? Dr Becky Carlyle shares expert tips to help you recruit the right people and build a successful research group!.
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Blog - Heading Into a Year of Job Uncertainty
Dr Jodi Watt reflects on job uncertainty, career choices, and securing short-term funding while questioning their future in academia. Where will 2025 take them?.
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Blog - To teach, or not to teach?
Dr Becky Carlyle shares her decision to teach, discussing the intense commitment and unexpected benefits of academic teaching roles. This might help you decide..
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