Looking back and learning from the PhD years

Published: Dec. 14, 2020, midnight

In our last show we spoke with four dementia researchers who were at very first stages of their PhD studies. This week, is the sequel, we close the loop with three people who recently completed their PhDs and a guest from last week. We learn what got them through, what they would do differently, and what advise they have for those in their first year of a PhD. \nHosted by Adam Smith with guests:\n\nChloe Tulip, from Swansea University, researching sleep and dementia.\n\nDr Anna Volkmer, Speech & Language Therapy Researcher, from University College London\n\nDr Chris Hardy, Senior Research Fellow from University College London\n\nDr James Fletcher, Teaching Fellow from King\u2019s College London\n_____________________________________________________________________\n\nThis show is essential listening for anyone who is about to start a dementia or other science related PhD or for those within the first year. With practical advise and top tips, our guests share what they have learned, and highlight other tools that can help.\n\nIf you enjoyed this episode, you may enjoyed out \u2018PhD Essentials\u2019 Playlist \u2013 only on SoundCloud:\n\nhttps://soundcloud.com/dementia-researcher/sets/phd-essentials\n_____________________________________________________________________\n\nYou can find out more about our panellists, and their work on our website:\n\nwww.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk\n\nA transcript of this podcast is also available here\n\nwww.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/podcast-looking-back-and-learning-from-the-phd-years\n_____________________________________________________________________\n\nLike what you hear? Please review, like, and share our podcast - and don't forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode.\n\nThis podcast is brought to you in association with Alzheimer's Research UK and Alzheimer's Society, who we thank for their ongoing support.