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Scientists urged to collect royalties from the ‘magic money tree’

02/05/2024

Nature Careers Blog

By joining a collecting society, researchers can ensure they are paid when copyrighted book content and papers are reproduced. From Nature Careers

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Profile – Bernie McInally, NHS Lothian

02/05/2024

Dementia Researcher

Bernie McInally is a nurse and Clinical Studies Officer at NHS Lothian, supporting dementia, neuroprogressive conditions and care home research.

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The lived experiences of early career researchers

01/05/2024

Dementia Researcher

Uncover the real challenges and innovative strategies of early career researchers in a new report ‘The Lives of Early Career Researchers’.

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Blog – The Genetic Culprit Behind Alzheimer’s

30/04/2024

Dr Dylan Williams

Discover Dr Dylan Williams’ latest research on ApoE and Alzheimer’s with surprising findings, & unravel how genetics could unlock the future of AD prevention.

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Profile – Professor Andrey Abramov, University College London

30/04/2024

Dementia Researcher

Professor Andrey Abramov is based at UCL exploring Mitochondria, reactive oxygen species and calcium signal in physiology and pathology of neurons & astrocytes

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Profile – Dr Dylan Williams, University College London

30/04/2024

Dementia Researcher

Dr Dylan Williams is a Principal Research Fellow at UCL, using molecular epidemiology to investigate the causes of neurodegenerative diseases.

Research Methods

Literature Review Resources

29/04/2024

The Queen's Nursing Institute

Explore a growing collection of resources for reviewing research literature, created by The Queen’s Nursing Institute with support from their forum members.

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Profile – Dr Lorina Naci, Trinity College Dublin

28/04/2024

Dementia Researcher

Dr Lorina Naci is Associate Professor of Psychology at Trinity College Dublin, investigating early biomarkers of Alzheimer’s to support earlier diagnosis

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Blog – Life of an Undergraduate in Research

28/04/2024

Yasmin Bonsu

We’re pleased to welcome new blogger, Yasmin Bonsu who will be sharing stories and insights on her journey from undergraduate to a career in dementia research.

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Profile – Professor Muireann Irish, University of Sydney

28/04/2024

Dementia Researcher

Professor Muireann Irish leads the MIND lab at the University of Sydney, working to improve early and accurate diagnosis of younger-onset dementia.

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Profile – Elul Lakew, Trinity College Dublin

26/04/2024

Dementia Researcher

Elul Lakew is an Ethiopian clinical psychologist and mental health advocate, raising awareness and working to improve support for people affected by dementia.

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Blog – Genetic Mystery Solved: The Importance of Collaboration

26/04/2024

Rebecca Williams

In this blog Rebecca Williams talks about exciting news from the MS research space, with insights on how collaboration is key to scientific breakthroughs