@AlzResearchUK Fellow & Neuroscientist at @dundeeuni. I research neurodegeneration, metabolic disease and the blood-brain barrier π§ π¬π§¬
Joined May 2012
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Fiona McLean retweeted
13 Sep 2024
π New Episode Alert! This time we get in to the fascinating world of #epigenetics "Cracking The Code: How Epigenetics Could Hold The Key To Understanding #Dementia."
Watch now for an exclusive early release or catch the audio on Monday!
Hosted by @FHMcLean with guests @sj_marzi, @Josiaharvey, @nottalexi, & @SamWasher2.
#Epigenetics #DementiaResearch #AlzheimersDisease #InnovationInHealthcare
π· youtu.be/3sWaBRZrtj8
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Fiona McLean retweeted
9 Sep 2024
We're back in the studio today, recording a podcast with @nottalexi @Josiaharvey @sj_marzi @SamWasher2 & hosted by @FHMcLean.
Can you guess the topic?
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Scientist π€ Swiftie
#dementiaresearcher #ARUK #neuroscientist #Alzheimers
@AlzResearchUK @taylorswift13
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Fiona McLean retweeted
16 Jul 2024
Are blood tests the future of dementia diagnosis?
Join Race Against Dementia & @AlzResearchUK Fellow @M_Malpetti and Ashvini Keshavan today at 13:00.
A unique opportunity to ask your questions about the future of dementia diagnosis.
Sign up below:
alzheimersresearchuk.org/resβ¦
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Fiona McLean retweeted
1 Jul 2024
This was a super helpful, supportive, eye-opening, and at times overly honest discussion with @FHMcLean, @KateMadden17 and @IanH_Neurosci on academic burnout. We hope others will find it useful and be able to take something positive from it π
1 Jul 2024
π Our 'Burntout in Academia' Podcast is live! Join @FHMcLean, @KateMadden17, @IanH_Neurosci, and @sj_marzi as they discuss navigating the highs and lows of academic careers. A must-listen for anyone in the field! #Education #Wellbeing
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Fiona McLean retweeted
30 Jun 2024
πΊ Join @FHMcLean, @IanH_Neurosci, @KateMadden17, & @sj_marzi as they share their personal battles with academic burnout and their strategies for resilience. Don't miss this insightful episode - Video Podcast Out NOW!
bit.ly/3W2qvrL
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Fiona McLean retweeted
19 Jun 2024
Weβre proud to launch the #DementiaCoalition Manifesto alongside our partners at @UKDRI, @alzheimerssoc, @DementiaUK & @alzscot.
As our population ages, dementia will be the defining health challenge of our time. The next Government must act.
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Fiona McLean retweeted
11 Dec 2023
π¨π¨π¨Looking for a PhD in 2024?π¨π¨π¨
We have an exciting 4yr PhD project assessing the "when" and "why" of synapse loss in neurodegenerative disease, generously funded by @alzheimerssoc
Have a look at the link below for more info ππ
@UoDMedicine
findaphd.com/phds/project/asβ¦
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Fiona McLean retweeted
27 Oct 2023
A new study by researchers at UCL predicts dementia cases in England & Wales will double to 1.7 million by 2040, exceeding previous forecasts by over 40%.
It's time for policymakers to wake up to the threat dementia poses to individuals, families & our NHS. We need action now.
ALT An orange background with text that reads: Research predicts 1.7 million people could be living with dementia by 2040.
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Fiona McLean retweeted
28 Aug 2023
***POSTDOC POSITION AVAILABLE***
We are looking for a full-time postdoc to work on our @ParkinsonsUK project, in collaboration with @DayneBeccano, to investigate LRRC37A2 in iPSC-astrocytes.
Interested? Reach out or apply below! πππ
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Check out our latest blog by Dr Josie Fullerton on the transition from PhD to Post-docπ
Josie has 5 top tips on how to successfully manage this transition.
@JosieNeuro @UofGSciEngGrads
@UofGMVLSGradSch
@UofGArts @UofGSMLC
uofgpgrblog.com/pgrblog/phd-β¦
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Fiona McLean retweeted
1 Aug 2023
π¨Do you have experience in high-resolution imaging and/or proteomics in neurodegeneration?
Are you close to finishing your PhD or current contract?
2wks left to apply for a 2yr PostDoc position in our lab, focused on synapses and TDP-43 in ALS.
jobs.ac.uk/job/DBM320/postdoβ¦
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20 Jul 2023
Great lab! Great opportunity for a postdoc! Put your applications in ππππππππππ
20 Jul 2023
π¨π¨ We are recruiting!! π¨π¨
2yr PostDoc position open for candidates interested in synapses, TDP-43 and ALS.
Mix of high-resolution imaging, molecular biology and proteomics.
DM or email informal enquiries.
Apply below...
@UoDMedicine @mndresearch @MNDScotland @ARUKscientist
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Fiona McLean retweeted
18 Jul 2023
There's a lot to be said for #mentors, especially in #academia when things get a bit... Turbulent?!
Have a listen to my @ARUKscientist mentor @IanH_Neurosci being interviewed by me βΊοΈπ§‘
Thanks as always for his support & guidance ππ
#AcademicChatter #postdoc @PostdocVoice
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Fiona McLean retweeted
13 Jul 2023
Football club reveals strip inspired by antibiotics bbc.in/43p4l3p
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Fiona McLean retweeted
11 Jul 2023
Today we've published a new report showing how investing in dementia research can boost the UK economy. π·
Dementia research has previously been seen as a costly, hopeless cause by investors. But our analysis demonstrates its remarkable growth potential. π
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Fiona McLean retweeted
23 May 2023
Tomorrow we will share the current picture of dementiaβs impact in the UK, and our new ambition to overcome it.
Itβs time for a change. Watch this space...
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Fiona McLean retweeted
23 May 2023
Weβre recruiting to our Grant Review Board!
Alzheimer's Research UK is seeking applications from leading scientists in neurodegeneration research to help us identify the highest quality research projects with the best chance of success.
Find out more: alzheimersresearchuk.org/resβ¦
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