Dementia Researcher Blogs

Oct 31 2024 517 ep. 7 mins 16

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The Dementia Researcher Blogs Podcasts - through this show, you can hear our bloggers read their blogs. So if you prefer to read, you can head or our website or you can listen on the move. These shows are about academic / research careers, research, science and life as an early career dementia researchers. Brought to you by https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk - everything you need, all in one place. Remember to subscribe to our main ‘Dementia Researcher‘ Podcast, here and where ever you get your podcasts.

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Rebecca Williams - The Dark World of Computational Modelling

Oct 31 2024 6 mins

Rebecca Williams, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. Rebecca, explores the often-intimidating realm of computational modelling in neuroscience. She compares this complex field to a haunted house, where assumptions lurk in shadows, algorithms whisper in the background, and progress requires courage and persistence. Rebecca shares her journey fr

Bernie McInally - LGBTQ+ in Care Home Research

Oct 29 2024 6 mins

Bernie McInally narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher. In his guest blog, Bernie McInally, explores the often-overlooked needs of LGBTQ+ residents in care homes. Reflecting on his initial scepticism of the potential recruitment of LGBTQ+ community into studies, Bernie examines the unique challenges this group faces, including potential social isolation, distrust of care

Yasmin Bonsu - The Comparison Trap: Finding Balance in Your Final Year

Oct 28 2024 4 mins

Yasmin Bonsu, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. Yasmin explores the pitfalls of self-comparison that many students face as they approach graduation. She discusses how comparing herself to others on platforms like LinkedIn can sometimes be motivating, pushing her to aim higher academically. However, she also recognises the downside, where constant

Dr Jodi Watt - Dementia-Friendly Spaces

Oct 25 2024 4 mins

Dr Jodi Watt, narrating a new blog they wrote for the Dementia Researcher website. Jodi explores the importance of designing dementia-friendly spaces to enhance the quality of life for those living with dementia. Drawing on personal experiences and research, they highlight practical ways to create environments that are safe, supportive, and conducive to maintaining independence

Amelia Robson - Why I have a complicated relationship with TV adverts

Oct 24 2024 9 mins

Amelia Robson, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. In this blog, Amelia reflects on her experiences working with people living with dementia during her home sleep studies. She discusses how TV adverts, especially those focused on dementia, can unexpectedly evoke powerful emotions during her visits, creating poignant and sometimes uncomfortable moments for

Ella Moonan-Howard - Alzheimer’s Society newest support package: Launchpad

Oct 17 2024 4 mins

Ella Moonan-Howard, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.The Alzheimer’s Society has launched a new support package called "Launchpad," designed to help innovators turn dementia research into impactful products. Led by Senior Innovator Ella Moonan-Howard, this programme offers tailored business coaching, expert networks, and hands-on support to help rese

Dr Sam Moxon - How do you create a university spin out?

Oct 16 2024 7 mins

Dr Sam Moxon, narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher. Sam's blog, offers a step-by-step guide for academics interested in turning their research into a successful business. Drawing from his own experience co-founding a spin-out at the University of Birmingham, Sam shares insights on how to transform an idea into a viable enterprise. The blog covers crucial aspects su

Ella Moonan-Howard and Pepsi Reilly - 4 reasons academics make good Innovators

Oct 16 2024 8 mins

Ella Moonan-Howard, narrating her and Pepsi Reilly's blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Ella and Pepsi, explore why academics make great innovators. Drawing from her own journey from academia to dementia innovation, they highlight how research skills like project management, adaptability, and a scientific approach to problem-solving can drive impactful p

Ella Moonan-Howard - Venture Science: What is it?

Oct 14 2024 4 mins

Ella Moonan-Howard, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.Discover how venture science is transforming dementia care in the first blog of our week-long focus on innovation, written by Ella Moonan-Howard from the Alzheimer’s Society Innovation Team. Ella explores how companies like Big Health are combining academic research and commercial development to cr

Dr Clíona Farrell - Journey to a PhD: A week in the life of a PhD student

Oct 10 2024 6 mins

Dr Clíona Farrell, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. Clíona shares a typical week looks like for a PhD student. From lab work and data analysis to committee meetings and outreach events, Clíona shares her experiences from each year of her PhD, offering valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of life as a researcher. Whether you're