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.

Guest blog 1 comment

Blog – Accelerated brain ageing and dementia

30/05/2025

Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali

Can dementia be seen as accelerated brain ageing? Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali explores the science, challenges and promise of early prediction and diagnosis.

Research News add comment

Sleep problems could double risk of dementia in later life

30/05/2025

UK DRI

New research by UKDRI / NIA Dr Emily Simmonds & Kristin Levine reveals sleep disorders may double the risk of developing dementia and neurodegeneration later in life

Guest blog 3 comments

Blog – Why Saying ‘Demented’ Isn’t Just Wrong, It’s Harmful

27/05/2025

Dr Jodi Watt

Saying ‘demented’ isn’t just outdated – it’s stigmatising. Dr Jodi Watt explains why language matters and how we can do better.

Podcasts add comment

Podcast – Minds In Motion, Dr Pippa Collins, Frailty, Dementia, and End-of-life Care

26/05/2025

Dementia Researcher

Dr Pippa Collins talks frailty, dementia and end-of-life care—challenging norms, advancing research, and championing a compassionate palliative approach.

Careers add comment

BNA x Scientifica: From Postdoc to PI: Navigating the Path to Success

23/05/2025

British Neuroscience Association

Watch this BNA x Scientifica Webinar to hear from successful PIs as they share practical insights on landing faculty positions, grants, and building a lab

Guest blog add comment

Blog – What Is DORA in Research and Why It Matters More Than You Think

22/05/2025

Dr Yvonne Couch

Dr Yvonne Couch unpacks what DORA is, why it matters in academia, and how we’re all still struggling to put its principles into practice.

Research News 1 comment

New Report Urges Governments to Extend WHO Global Dementia Action Plan

22/05/2025

Dementia Researcher

New ADI report urges global action on dementia as WHO plan nears expiry. Only 45 of 194 countries have national plans. Time to deliver. Read it now.

Research News add comment

Review Highlights Urgent Need for Improved Dementia Training in Healthcare

22/05/2025

Dementia Researcher

A systematic review by Claudia Cooper and colleagues identifies key dementia training gaps and calls for urgent policy action to improve healthcare outcomes.

Dissemination add comment

How hiring practices across industry and academia compare

22/05/2025

Nature Careers Blog

Seeking a job in science? This Nature podcast explores how hiring practices across industry and academia compare, with expert views from scientists & recruiters

Dissemination add comment

Join the Brain Health Challenge 2025

21/05/2025

Dementia Researcher

Wear a helmet, post a pic, and spread the word: #BrainHealthChallenge2025 is here to promote brain health ahead of World Brain Day on 22 July 2025.

Guest blog add comment

Blog – It Could Happen Here: Defending Research from Politics

21/05/2025

Dr Becky Carlyle

Dr Becky Carlyle explores how researchers can defend science from political threats and reconnect with communities. A timely, passionate guest blog.

Guest blog add comment

Blog – Reflections on Thesis Writing

15/05/2025

Dr Ajantha Abey

PhD student Ajantha Abey shares candid reflections on thesis writing, offering invaluable insights and practical advice for navigating the final PhD stretch.