News & Features

All the posts every put on our website. Blogs, Podcasts, Careers Support, News and all the good stuff that you wouldn’t want to miss. Only made possible thanks to funding from our amazing partners, NIHR, Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s Research UK, Alzheimer’s Society & Race Against Dementia.

Research News

Could an MRI scan detect Lewy body dementia sooner?

26/01/2026

Dementia Researcher

New research uses brain scans to spot Lewy body dementia earlier. John O’Brien and Elena Herrero explain how imaging could improve diagnosis and care.

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Blog – Recognising Dementia with Lewy Bodies in Clinical Practice

26/01/2026

Dr Peter Connelly

Recognising dementia with Lewy bodies in clinical practice. Peter Connelly explains key symptoms clinicians should look for beyond memory loss.

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Depression later in life may signal Parkinson’s or Lewy body dementia

26/01/2026

Dementia Researcher

A Danish study of 17,711 people found late life depression was more common before Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia, suggesting early neurodegenerative change.

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Lewy Body Dementia Research Year in Review

24/01/2026

Dementia Researcher

Lewy Body Dementia Association webinar reviewing 2025 advances in Lewy body dementia research including diagnostics biomarkers and clinical trials

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Helping Set Clear Expectations for Public Involvement

23/01/2026

Dementia Researcher

Help shape a new public contributor agreement with the HRA. Join two online workshops to share your views and support clear fair public involvement.

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£2.4m national trial to rethink swallowing care

23/01/2026

Dementia Researcher

The University of Bradford has £2.4m from NIHR to lead a clinical trial to improve care for swallowing difficulties, including dementia.

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Blog – Why you should Start Writing Blogs

22/01/2026

Rebecca Williams

Rebecca Williams reflects on how blogging shaped her PhD journey, built confidence, and helped her find her voice as a researcher.

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SPIN-D Network + Flexible Funding 2026 Explained

22/01/2026

Dementia Researcher

Round two of SPIN D Flexible Funding is open. This session explains the schemes, eligibility, PPI expectations and tips to shape a strong application.

How Many Papers Do You Really Need During a PhD?

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How Many Papers Do You Really Need During a PhD?

We find the perfect people to help answer your questions

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Alzheimer Europe releases ethics guidance on technology

21/01/2026

Dementia Researcher

Alzheimer Europe launches a new discussion paper on technology use by and for people with dementia, developed with people with lived experience and carers.

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Profile – Professor Paul Freemont, Imperial College London

21/01/2026

Dementia Researcher

Paul Freemont is a Professor & UKDRI Group Leader at Imperial College London researching UTIs & dementia, developing urine biomarkers and home monitoring tools

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Blog – What Changing Institution Taught Me

21/01/2026

Dr Lindsey Sinclair

Blog from Dr Lindsey Sinclair on what changing institution taught her about confidence, career progression, family balance, and finding the right academic fit.