Blog – An Alzheimer’s Cabaret
Dr Clíona Farrell reviews Unforgettable, a funny, sad cabaret about familial Alzheimer’s, and what it taught her about listening to families.
All posts by Dr Clíona Farrell
Dr Clíona Farrell is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the UK Dementia Research Institute at University College London. Her work focuses on understanding neuroinflammation in Down syndrome, both prior to, and in response to, Alzheimer’s disease pathology. Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Clíona completed her undergraduate degree in Neuroscience in Trinity College, and then worked as a research assistant in the Royal College of Surgeons studying ALS and Parkinson’s disease. She also knows the secret behind scopping the perfect 99 ice-cream cone.
Blog – It’s getting (too) hot in here; the climate crisis & brain health
Dr Clíona Farrell on what the Hot Brain conference revealed about heatwaves, air pollution and the brain health of people with dementia.
Blog – Optimise, troubleshoot, repeat – Beginning a new project
Dr Clíona Farrell reflects on starting a new postdoc, sharing how planning, troubleshooting, and perseverance shape early project progress in the lab.
Blog – Returning to work after a travel-filled career break
After five months travelling across Asia, Dr Clíona Farrell returns to a postdoc at UCL and reflects on breaks, doubt, and starting again.
Blog – World Alzheimer’s Day reflection
Dr Clíona Farrell reflects on progress, challenges, and hope in Alzheimer’s research this World Alzheimer’s Day, sharing why she’s inspired to study the disease
Blog – Genetically determined Alzheimer’s: ADAD-DSAD Recap
Dr Clíona Farrell shares insights from the ADAD-DSAD meeting on genetically determined Alzheimer’s, spanning research, trials, and lived experience.
Blog – Climate Change and the Brain
Dr Clíona Farrell shares insights from Hot Brain 3 on how climate change affects brain health, neurological conditions, and care systems worldwide.
Blog – How to be okay facing the unknown
Facing the unknown can feel overwhelming. In this guest blog, Dr Clíona Farrell shares reflections on uncertainty, career breaks, and embracing not knowing.
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.
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.
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!
Blog – Experience from a collaborative research trip
Dr Clíona Farrell shares her experience of a US research visit, offering insights on planning, securing funding, and the benefits of international collaboration
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