CLEAN : People of Brexit: The Texan neuroscientist living in Edinburgh

The video features a researcher from the UK Dementia Research Institute discussing their work on dementia and Alzheimer's disease at the University of Edinburgh. The researcher highlights the importance of EU funding and collaboration in scientific research, the process of brain tissue research, and the potential impacts of Brexit on science and society, including increased xenophobia and challenges in scientific collaboration.

What is the primary focus of the research at the UK Dementia Research Institute?

• Exploring the history of Edinburgh

• Studying the effects of climate change

• Developing new technologies for communication

• Understanding brain changes in Alzheimer's disease

What is the composition of the research team at the UK Dementia Research Institute?

• 3 technicians, 6 PhD students, and 6 postdoctoral researchers

• 10 technicians and 5 PhD students

• 8 PhD students and 7 technicians

• 5 technicians and 10 postdoctoral researchers

How does the EU facilitate scientific research according to the transcript?

• By providing free equipment

• Through collaborative opportunities across Europe

• Through mandatory research projects

• By offering language courses

What is the significance of brain tissue donation in Alzheimer's research?

• It is used for public awareness campaigns

• It is primarily for educational purposes

• It allows detailed study of brain changes

• It helps in developing new medications

What is a major concern regarding research supplies post-Brexit?

• Lack of skilled technicians

• Difficulty in shipping supplies from Europe

• Increased cost of local supplies

• Shortage of laboratory space

What societal change has been observed since the Brexit vote?

• Growth in tourism

• Rise in educational funding

• Increase in xenophobic incidents

• Decrease in public transportation

What percentage of scientists, according to a poll, believed Brexit would negatively impact science?

• 83%

• 97%

• 50%

• 60%