Dr Lindsey Sinclair - Courage in Academic Life

Dr Lindsey Sinclair narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher.

In this blog, Lindsey explores the role of courage in academic life. From the challenge of stepping into the spotlight to asking for help, she shares examples of bravery at all levels of research careers. Drawing from her own journey, personal, professional, and occasionally painful, she reminds us that many small acts of courage can build a meaningful and successful career in science. Whether it’s speaking up, reaching out, or simply trying again, courage underpins progress.

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

https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/blog-courage-in-academic-life/

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Dr Lindsey Sinclair is an Honorary Senior Clinical Research Fellow at the University of Bristol and a Locum Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry. Her research explores the relationship between depression and dementia, combining lab work with epidemiology and genetics. Clinically, she works with older adults experiencing a wide range of mental health problems. Outside of work, she’s a keen baker and runner, and has a particular talent for creating ambitious birthday cakes.

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