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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.

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Introducing the Dementia Researcher Solutions Lab!

08/02/2025

Dementia Researcher

We’re excited to unveil the Solutions Lab, a place where you can submit your questions or dilemmas anonymously for thoughtful, experience-based advice

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Podcast – International Lewy Body Dementia Conference Highlights 2025 – Part One

07/02/2025

Dementia Researcher

Join Dr Josh Harvey, Athina Grigoriou, Dr David Koss & Dr Joe Kane as they share highlights from the Lewy Body Dementia Conference 2025 in the 1st of two shows

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Primary Progressive Aphasia awareness day – 4th April 2025

04/02/2025

Dementia Researcher

We’re pleased to help spread the word about the official launch of the first-ever Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Awareness Day – 4th April 2025!

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Blog – To teach, or not to teach?

31/01/2025

Dr Becky Carlyle

Dr Becky Carlyle shares her decision to teach, discussing the intense commitment and unexpected benefits of academic teaching roles. This might help you decide.

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Podcast – Viva La Success: Acing Your PhD Thesis Defence

20/01/2025

Dementia Researcher

Unlock the secrets to PhD success with our Viva La Succes episode! Expert insights and empowering personal stories to help you ace your defence with confidence

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ISTAART PIAs: 2025 Leadership Opportunities

19/02/2025

Alzheimer's Association

ISTAART is accepting self-nominations from its members for this year’s Executive Committee positions for its Professional Interest Areas (PIAs).

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Bag a hefty research prize to turbocharge innovation

19/02/2025

Adam Smith

‘Challenge’ prizes are growing in popularity, but stimulating creativity takes more than financial incentives. From Rachel Brazil, Shared from Nature Careers

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Blog – Writing, Parenting, & Everything Else: Making things Work

19/02/2025

Emily Spencer

Emily Spencer shares her latest reflections on juggling academia, parenting, and life—finding balance, facing challenges, and finding time for conferences!

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Call for Nominations: PIA Publication of the Year Award

17/02/2025

Alzheimer's Association

Submit your nomination for the ISTAART PIA Publication of the Year Award! Recognising impactful research—deadline extended to March 3, 2025. Apply now!

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Podcast – Primary Progressive Aphasia: Keeping Connections Alive

15/02/2025

Dementia Researcher

New Podcast! Learn how speech therapy helps people with Primary Progressive Aphasia stay connected. Listen now & support PPA Awareness Day – 4th April!

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SPIN-D Network + Flexible Fund – Information + Q&A

14/02/2025

Dementia Researcher

Livestream recording sharing information on the SPIN-D Network + Flexi-fund grant funding call to support research on dementia risk and prevention.

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Blog – Addressing inequalities in access to dementia treatment

14/02/2025

Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali

New Alzheimer’s drugs offer hope but aren’t available on the NHS, deepening health inequalities. Can we ensure fair access to future treatments? Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali explores

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Help Shape the Future of Study Set-Up in the UK!

12/02/2025

Dementia Researcher

Researchers: Share your experience of setting up studies in the UK! Help improve speed, predictability & ease. Take the HRA survey

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Blog – Experience from a collaborative research trip

12/02/2025

Dr Clíona Farrell

Dr Clíona Farrell shares her experience of a US research visit, offering insights on planning, securing funding, and the benefits of international collaboration

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ISTAART’s Annual The Basics Webinar Series – Register Now!

11/02/2025

Alzheimer's Association

ISTAART Annual ‘The Basics Webinar Series’ helping ECRs build a solid foundation of knowledge on essential concepts across all areas of discovery.

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Blog – Final Semester: Uncertainty, Applications & Balance

10/02/2025

Dementia Researcher

🎓 Yasmin Bonsu shares insights on navigating final-year challenges, PhD applications, rejection, and work-life balance. A must-read for students & grads!

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Free Course – Viva Success: Mastering Your PhD Defence

09/02/2025

Dementia Researcher

We are excited to announce the launch of a new, simple, and free course designed specifically for dementia researchers preparing for their PhD Viva Defence!