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Tricia Nicholson
Name:
Tricia Nicholson
Job Title:
Senior Specialist, Scientific Conference Programming, Alzheimer’s Association
Place of work / study:
Area of Research:
At the Alzheimer’s Association, I support the leaders of our Medical and Scientific Relations team in the development of scientific programming across a variety of in-person, virtual, and hybrid scientific meetings. I support the development of each meeting’s invited program and submitted program, with particular focus on abstract submission and review.
How is your work funded:
Alzheimer’s Association
Tell us a little about yourself:
I have a passion for moving scientific discovery forward by creating productive spaces where scientists can connect. I have leveraged my experience working in neuroscience labs at the University of Chicago to bring fresh insights into the world of scientific conference programming at the Alzheimer’s Association. When I am not attending scientific meetings, I find joy in painting, karaoke, and Dungeons & Dragons.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself:
Not sure
Why did you choose to work in dementia:
Almost everyone has a personal connection to Alzheimer’s and other dementia. And as the average age of many populations continues to rise, it is important to work together to share knowledge and develop creative interventions.
What single piece of of advice would you give to an early career researcher?
Take a leap of faith and do not wait for permission to take big swings in your career.
What book are you reading right now? Would you recommend it?
I am just finishing “Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead” by Olga Tokarczuk and I highly recommend it! It’s zany, abstract, and fun.
Favourite film of all time?
Good Will Hunting, or Arrival
Favourite ways to unplug and unwind?
Painting, Karaoke, and Dungeons & Dragons.
What’s the best vacation spot?
Florence, Italy
Do you collect anything?
Vinyl records and postcards
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