Dr Yvonne Couch - What It’s Really Like Being a PI

Dr Yvonne Couch, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website. Yvonne offers an unvarnished insight into the life of a Principal Investigator (PI). With a candid perspective drawn from her experience as an ARUK Research Fellow at the University of Oxford, Yvonne sheds light on the multifaceted role that goes far beyond research alone. From the relentless need for grant writing to the nuances of publishing papers and managing a laboratory, she explores the challenges and administrative demands that define the PI's journey. Aimed at junior researchers, her narrative is a valuable resource, offering a truthful preview of the dedication and skills required to navigate the academic summit, along with a reassuring reminder of the transferrable skills that are highly regarded beyond the ivory tower of academia. Find the original text, and narration here on our website. https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/blog-what-its-really-like-being-a-pi/ -- Dr Yvonne Couch is an Alzheimer's Research UK Fellow and Associate Professor at the University of Oxford. Yvonne studies the role of extracellular vesicles and their role in changing the function of the vasculature after stroke, aiming to discover why the prevalence of dementia after stroke is three times higher than the average. It is her passion for problem solving and love of science that drives her, in advancing our knowledge of disease. Yvonne writes about her work, academic life, and careers as she takes a new road into independent research @dr_yvonne_couch -- Enjoy listening? We're always looking for new bloggers, drop us a line. http://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk 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. -- Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/dementia_researcher/ https://www.facebook.com/Dementia.Researcher/ https://twitter.com/demrescommunity https://www.linkedin.com/company/dementia-researcher