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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.

Careers

I botched my poster presentation, how do I perform better next time?

01/10/2024

Dementia Researcher

It’s easy to feel awkward or overstimulated in a conference environment. Nature sought advice on how to avoid moments of panic

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Profile – Professor Nathan Davies, Queen Mary University

30/09/2024

Dementia Researcher

Nathan Davies is the Queen Mary University of London Centre Co-Lead and Professor of Ageing and Applied Health and Care Research.

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Profile – Dr Sebastien Libert, Alzheimer Europe

30/09/2024

Dementia Researcher

Dr Sebastien Libert is a Public Involvement Officer for Alzheimer Europe supporting inclusion and consultations of people with dementia and carers.

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FINGERS Plus for Women: A New Collaboration

30/09/2024

Dementia Researcher

FINGERS + for Women: A New Collaboration between the Global BHP BrainTrust and FINGERS Brain Health Institute – focused effort to address dementia risk in women

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Profile – Dr Aisling Flynn, Bournemouth University

30/09/2024

Dementia Researcher

Dr Aisling Flynn is a Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at Bournemouth University, facilitating the meaningful participation of people with dementia in research

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Podcast – ISFTD Conference 2024 Highlights

30/09/2024

Dementia Researcher

Listen to the Dementia Researcher podcast for key highlights from the ISFTD conference, with expert insights news on the latest frontotemporal dementia research

Research News

NIHR Funding to Drive Knowledge Mobilisation

30/09/2024

NIHR

NIHR awards Applied Research Collaborations £7.8m to Drive Healthcare Improvements Through Knowledge Mobilisation – reducing time to roll-our research findings

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Blog – Flying Solo to an International Conference? A Survival Guide

26/09/2024

Dr Sam Moxon

Discover top tips for solo conference travel in Dr Sam Moxon’s guide. From reducing anxiety to networking, learn how to make the most of your solo adventure!

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Blog – The Open Secret: A Piece on Academic Bullying

24/09/2024

Dr Yvonne Couch

Academic bullying is an open secret, but change is possible. Explore the impact of power dynamics and hierarchy in Dr Yvonne Couch’s thought-provoking blog

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Profile – Sam Crawford, University College London

23/09/2024

Dementia Researcher

Sam Crawford, PhD Student at University College London using iPSCs to study a rare inherited condition called Familial British Dementia (FBD).

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Blog – Returning to University Post-Placement Year: Nervous or Excited?

23/09/2024

Yasmin Bonsu

Join Yasmin as she transitions from her thrilling placement year back to university, ready to tackle the final stretch with newfound insights!

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World Alzheimer Report 2024 Highlights Continued Stigma and Urgency for Action

22/09/2024

Dementia Researcher

The 2024 World Alzheimer Report explores attitudes toward dementia, underpinned by a global survey of more than 40,000 individuals across 166 countries.