Jodi Parslow - Research ’Flies’ When You’re Having Fun

Jodi Parslow, narrates her blog written for Dementia Researcher. Fruit flies are often thought of as an annoying pest but in this blog Jodi explains why they are one of science’s most useful model organisms and give you an insight into the kind of research these little beasties contribute to. Find the original text, and narration here on our website. https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/guest-blog-research-flies-when-youre-having-fun/ -- Jodi Parslow is a MRC-DTP Doctoral Researcher at King's College London researching Neuron-glia signalling and neuroinflammation in neurodegenerative disease. Jodi started her career as a Nursing Assistant, that led her to Neuroscience at University of Sussex, then on to a Masters and into industry working for a wearables technology company. Finally Jodi brought her skills and passion together to work in dementia research, first as a Research Technician and now as a PhD Student. Jodi loves talking about her work and science, and also has her own podcast 'The Academinist'. If you would like to write for us, or join out team of regular contributors, drop us a line - [email protected]