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Research Showcase - Dr Davide Bruno - Neurocognitive Metrics for Detecting Alzheimer’s Pathology Research Showcase - Dr Davide Bruno - Neurocognitive Metrics for Detecting Alzheimer’s Pathology

Are cognitive tests keeping up with Alzheimer’s biomarkers. Join @davidebrunophd.bsky.social for this Research Showcase.

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Did you know Art Pepper was not a vegetable?

Research Fellow: Oligodendrocyte changes in Vascular & Alzheimer’s dementias University of Edinburgh seeks a Research Fellow to study oligodendrocytes in vascular and Alzheimer’s dementia using iPSC models and epigenetic insights.

The @ukdri.ac.uk at University of Edinburgh is recruiting a Research Fellow to study oligodendrocytes in vascular and Alzheimer’s dementia using iPSC models and epigenetics. Closing date: 19th May

www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/job/research...

Spring graduation officially begins today
 
Congratulations to all our students graduating this week 🎓

We can't wait to celebrate all your achievements 🫶

 #classof2026 #ljmugrad

Postdoctoral Scientist: Closed-loop brain stimulation University of Oxford seeks a Postdoctoral Neuroscientist to develop closed loop brain stimulation to enhance memory and treat Alzheimer’s disease.

Join the University of Oxford as a Postdoctoral Neuroscientist developing closed loop brain stimulation to enhance memory and treat Alzheimer’s disease. Closing date: 12th May

www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/job/postdoct...

Assistant Professor: Research & Old Age Psychiatry University of Cambridge seeks a senior clinical academic to lead dementia research and Old Age Psychiatry services, advancing biomarkers, trials and care.

Lead dementia research and clinical care at the University of Cambridge, shaping biomarkers, trials and services in Old Age Psychiatry. Closing date: 10th May

www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/job/assistan...

Research Fellow: Applied Dementia Research University of Plymouth seeks a Research Fellow in dementia and neuroprogressive conditions to lead mixed methods research and shape policy and practice.

Join the University of Plymouth as a Research Fellow leading mixed methods dementia research, working across academia, care and policy to improve lives. Closing date: 10th May

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Brain Bank UK – Miriam Marks Research Fellow UCL Brain Research UK Fellowship supports postdocs to lead research on neurodegeneration mechanisms with funding and collaboration opportunities.

Apply for a UCL Brain Research UK Fellowship to lead your own research on neurodegeneration mechanisms with funding and strong collaboration support. Closing date: 17th May

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Global Health Research Professorships - DEMENTIA RESEARCHER NIHR Global Health Research Professorships offer up to £2m over 5 years to support future leaders tackling global health challenges in Africa and South Asia.

NIHR Global Health Research Professorships offer up to £2m over 5 years to support future leaders tackling global health challenges in Africa and South Asia.

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Global Advanced Fellowships - DEMENTIA RESEARCHER NIHR Global Advanced Fellowships fund postdoctoral researchers with support for salary, research, training and leadership tackling global health challenges.

NIHR Global Advanced Fellowships fund postdoctoral researchers with support for salary, research, training and leadership tackling global health challenges.

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Blog – Why “Normal” Cognition Is Hindering Preclinical Alzheimer’s Trials “Normal” cognition may be masking treatment effects in Alzheimer’s trials. Andrew Kiselica explores how subtle decline could change everything.

The biggest problem in Alzheimer’s trials might be hiding in plain sight: the word “normal.” - new blog from @andrewk-phd.bsky.social

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Blog – Why “Normal” Cognition Is Hindering Preclinical Alzheimer’s Trials “Normal” cognition may be masking treatment effects in Alzheimer’s trials. Andrew Kiselica explores how subtle decline could change everything.

Blog post I co-authored for @betterresearch.bsky.social with @andrewk-phd.bsky.social

@ljmuofficial.bsky.social @ljmuresearch.bsky.social @ljmuimpact.bsky.social

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Research Showcase - Dr Rachel Allen - Dementia and Employment Research Priorities Research Showcase - Dr Rachel Allen - Dementia and Employment Research Priorities

Going live in 30 mins. Join Rachel Allen as she shares new findings on dementia and employment, shaping future research and support. 12pm BST. Join us live.

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Women's health strategy: 'I still don't feel listened to' New plans to improve healthcare for women and girls have been set out, but will they change anything?

BBC News - Women's health strategy: 'I still don't feel listened to' - BBC News
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🧠Sharing this Starter Pack again as the list has now reached 80 people! A great mix of Profs/PIs/Post-docs/PhDs/Technicians.

Please re-post so it can reach a wider audience as I'm sure there are more of us out there ☺️🦋

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New early bird registration deadline: 15th May! Hurry up!

BRACE Dementia Research funding is now open. Supporting PhDs, pilot studies and equipment in South West England and South Wales to advance dementia research. Apply by 31 August 2026.

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Flu vaccine lowers the risk
risk of:
*Heart attack
*Stroke
*Vascular dementia (dementia because of stroke or other blood vessel damage in the brain) -- by 30% or more

Orange background with text: "Join our board of trustees and contribute to the future of the society. Nominations close: 27 May 2026." Black corner banner says "Nominations Open."

We're looking for a new Chair of the BPS Member Board, a unique opportunity for any society member who wants to make a meaningful impact on our community and support the continued growth of the profession.

Find out more: www.bps.org.uk/news/join-board-trustees...

Dementia Researcher Blogs Science Podcast · Updated daily · Dementia Researcher blogs are written and then narrated by the authors. Through this podcast channel, we share the narrations, so you can listen back where ever you g...

Want to read blogs by #dementia researchers who talk about research & careers? But just too busy... we have you covered. Listen to them instead.

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Blog – Motherhood, PhDs, and the Funding Gap - DEMENTIA RESEARCHER Emily Spencer reflects on motherhood during a PhD, exposing funding gaps, maternity pay uncertainty, and why research systems must better support parents.

Trying to decode PhD maternity policies like it is a hidden research method. A PhD and a family should not be mutually exclusive but funding systems do not always agree. A thoughtful blog from Emily Spencer @ejmspencer.bsky.social

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The Graduate Student and Postdoc Committee is looking to fill three vacancies on the committee this year. Applications are due by April 1. Learn more and express your interest here: buff.ly/0rZ3Udb

LJMU achieves Menopause Friendly Accreditation The university is the first in the North West to achieve this standard, and only the fourth university in the UK.

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AAIC Neuroscience Next Manchester 2026 – Session Recordings - DEMENTIA RESEARCHER Missed AAIC Neuroscience Next Manchester 2026? Watch biomarker session recordings spanning cognition, imaging, behaviour and technology via our playlist.

Missed #AAICNeuro Next Manchester?

🎥 Watch the full Manchester session playlist + 🌍 Global plenaries now on demand for 28 days (for registered attendees)

Cognition, imaging, tech, behaviour & biomarkers all in one place 👇

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The amazing Dr Ainara Jauregi Zinkunegi @ljmuofficial.bsky.social @ljmuresearch.bsky.social @ccandl.bsky.social is presenting at @alzassociation.bsky.social AAIC NEXT right now! @betterresearch.bsky.social. Ainara is also recipient of the One to Watch award and I am so proud!

Bots have made their way to Prolific experiments. Our lab has stopped online testing of adults entirely now for this reason - we want to know if what we study is real. Probably data collected 2-3 years ago are ok, but moving forward we just can't know. www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...

Illustrated promotional graphic for a guest blog titled Learning to Let Good Be Enough. The design shows a cartoon figure wearing a Good Job badge alongside a photograph of guest blogger Emily Spencer, a PhD student at University College London. The background features a calm indoor scene with neutral tones and yellow branding consistent with Dementia Researcher visual identity.

PhD life sometimes feels like trying snowboarding for the first time and expecting Olympic level performance. @ejmspencer.bsky.social explains why that mindset might need rethinking.

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We start our review of applications for our tenure track position in cognitive psychology tomorrow. Cookie wants to remind you to submit your materials.

I’m not sure how to tag this to find the target audience, but I’m a late diagnosed autistic woman trying to navigate burnout and rediscover myself. These two books have been helpful to me; what other books on this subject am I missing? #booksky #currentlyreading #actuallyautistic #neurodivergent