We have produced a range of tip sheets to help you with different aspects of engaging people with your research.

Writing a good lay summary

Lay summaries are really important to help members of the public understand dementia research and are a common feature in grant applications. This tip sheet will help you write a clear lay summary of your work.

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Giving a public talk

This tip sheet will help you tailor your talk to a public audience, with guidance on how best to structure a talk, use visuals and captivate your audience.

 

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Hosting a successful lab tour

If we’ve asked you to give a lab tour for our supporters, this guidance will help you prepare and deliver an engaging tour.

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Social media guidance

This guidance will help you create engaging posts and reach more people through social media.

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Talking to the media

This guide covers how the media work, and how researchers can explain their research simply through the media.

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Glossary

This glossary will help to adapt your language when talking to the public, with suggestions for how to explain technical terms.

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