BNA 2023 - Festival of Neuroscience Highlights

Dementia Researcher

Welcome to another captivating episode of Dementia Researcher, the podcast that delves into the fascinating world of dementia research. In this special edition, we bring you highlights from the renowned BNA 2023 - Festival of Neuroscience, as we sit down with five brilliant researchers to hear their personal experiences and insights. Our guest host this week is Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali, she is joined by Dr Charlie Arber from UCL, Dr Dorothy Tse from Edge Hill University, Dr Nora Bengoa-Vergniory from Anchucarro, Basque Center for Neuroscience and Dr Dayne Beccano-Kelly from the UK Dementia Research Institute at Cardiff University. Join us as we embark on a riveting journey through the festival, where our guests share their best moments, favourite research presentations, and the exciting events that explored academic and research careers. Our guests, as experts in their respective fields, paint a vivid picture of the festival, offering glimpses into the cutting-edge research that caught their attention and ignited their curiosity. They share their thoughts on the emerging trends, innovative methodologies, and potential breakthroughs that could revolutionize our understanding and treatment of dementia. But it's not just about the science. Our guests also shine a light on the various events that focused on academic and research careers. From panels and workshops to networking sessions, they discuss the invaluable opportunities the festival provided to connect with fellow researchers, forge collaborations, and learn from the brightest minds in the field. Whether you're an aspiring researcher, a healthcare professional, or someone affected by dementia, this episode offers a treasure trove of knowledge and inspiration. So, join us as we dive into the enriching world of the BNA 2023 - Festival of Neuroscience through the eyes of these remarkable researchers. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and captivated by the incredible discoveries and the unwavering dedication that fuels the fight against dementia. -- For more information on the event visit: https://meetings.bna.org.uk/bna2023/ Full biographies on all our guests and a transcript can be found on our website: https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk -- Like what you hear? Please review, like, and share our podcast - and don't forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode – and if you prefer to watch rather than listen, you’ll find a video version of this podcast on our YouTube Channel and in Spotify: https://youtu.be/Wi1htbbMsek -- This podcast is brought to you by University College London / UCLH NIHR Biomedical Research Centre in association with Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer's Research UK, Alzheimer's Society and Race Against Dementia who we thank for their ongoing support.