Blog – What Changing Institution Taught Me
Blog from Dr Lindsey Sinclair on what changing institution taught her about confidence, career progression, family balance, and finding the right academic fit.
Dr Lindsey Sinclair is an Associate Professor and Clinical Academic in Old Age Psychiatry at the University of Southampton. Her research explores the relationship between depression and dementia, combining lab work with epidemiology and genetics. Clinically, she works with older adults experiencing a wide range of mental health problems. Outside of work, she’s a keen baker and runner, and has a particular talent for creating ambitious birthday cakes.
Blog from Dr Lindsey Sinclair on what changing institution taught her about confidence, career progression, family balance, and finding the right academic fit.
Kindness matters in research. Dr Lindsey Sinclair explores how small acts of empathy can improve academic culture, wellbeing, and collaboration.
Dr Lindsey Sinclair questions whether aiming for perfection in research harms progress and wellbeing, suggesting excellence might be a healthier goal.
Why inclusion matters at conferences. Dr Lindsey Sinclair reflects on what makes events accessible and how far we’ve come – and still need to go.
Dr Lindsey Sinclair explores how courage plays a quiet but vital role in academic life, from facing failure to embracing opportunity. Listen or Read.