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Dr Gemma Lace - An Introverts Survival Guide to Conferences
Dr Gemma Lace, narrates her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.
In this blog, Gemma explores the reality of attending academic conferences as an introvert or neurodivergent researcher. She reflects on her own experiences with imposter syndrome, conference anxiety and social overwhelm, while offering practical strategies to help researchers build confidence and gain meaningful professional development from conference attendance. From setting personal goals to using simple networking conversation starters and prioritising wellbeing, the blog encourages readers to approach…
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