Dr Connor Richardson - In Defence of Academia

Dr Connor Richardson - In Defence of Academia

Dr Connor Richardson narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.

Connor's blog offers a thoughtful reflection on the challenges and rewards of an academic career. Prompted by a personal conversation with his mother, Connor addresses the common perception that academic research is a source of stress and dissatisfaction. He counters this by highlighting his deep love for science, the intellectual fulfilment he finds in solving complex problems, and the unique sense of community and mentorship within academia. He also emphasises the benefits of flexible work environments, personal growth, and the opportunities for travel and collaboration that come with a career in research.

Find the original text, and narration here on our website.

https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/blog-in-defence-of-academia/

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Dr Connor Richardson is a Neuro-epidemiology Research Associate (soon to be NIHR Research Fellow) in the Newcastle University Population Health Sciences Institute. Connor is the research statistician for the Cognitive Function and Ageing studies (CFAS) multi-centre population cohort. His research interest lies in using advanced statistical modelling and machine learning to measure dementia risk. Connor blogs about his research, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and sometimes his Pomapoo’s.

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This podcast is brought to you in association with Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Research UK, Alzheimer's Society and Race Against Dementia, who we thank for their ongoing support.

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