Diversity in the Neuroscience: Lingering Challenges This WWN webinar was led by Dr. Carmen Maldonado-Vlaar (PhD), a professor at University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus, Puerto Rico. We focused on systemic change in institutions and the strategies needed for meaningful transformation. Our esteemed panelist brought diverse expertise to discuss challenges, opportunities, and real-world solutions. Watch the full webinar on our YouTube channel.
Exploring the Science of NeuroArts Did you know that engaging in creative activities can influence the brain and improve well-being? We were delighted to welcome Susan Magsamen as our esteemed panelist. Uncover the fascinating intersection of neuroscience, art, and health. Whether you’re an artist, healthcare professional, or simply curious about the science of creativity, this webinar is for you! Watch the full webinar on our YouTube channel.
What are the Best Mentoring Approaches for Gen Z? Welcome to a new year! As we embark on an exciting 2025, we’re thrilled to invite you to rewatch our first engaging WWN webinar exploring the following topic mentoring approaches for Gen Z. The panel included Prof. Ramesh Raghupathi and Prof. Jessica Barson from Drexel University, Philadelphia, USA. This session delved into the most effective strategies for mentoring this dynamic generation and highlight the crucial role mentors play in contributing to their success. YouTube channel.
WWN 2024 Webinar Series
Influencing and Negotiation Skills This WWN webinar was led by Professor Josie Fraser (PhD, BSc), the vice deputy chancellor of the Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. Prof Fraser has championed team-based learning as a teaching style on the national and international stage. In previous roles, and now at the Open University, Prof Fraser promotes initiatives to broaden access to STEM subjects for under-represented groups and continues her long-standing interest in technology-enhanced learning. This webinar was focused on strategies pertaining to influencing and negotiating.
Understanding hallucinations and delusions through predictive brain mechanisms This WWN webinar was led by Sonia Bansal (MSc, PhD), is an Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland (Maryland Psychiatric Research Center), USA. She is involved in studies on cognitive and perceptual deficits in schizophrenia. Delusions and hallucinations are among the most distressing aspects of psychotic illness for which better treatments are needed. This webinar covered research aimed at advancing understanding of specific brain mechanisms related to distinct symptom profiles so that more effective and personalized treatment interventions for these devastating symptoms might be developed.
WWN Speakers Bureau Launch World Women in Neuroscience (WWN) aims to improve career development, mentoring and networking opportunities for female neuroscientists around the world. In collaboration with the International Brain Research Organization (IBRO), WWN has launched an exciting new initiative! We have provided neuroscientists across the globe the opportunity to promote their expertise, create valuable networking relationships, and advance career development through our WWN Speakers Bureau.
Viruses and their Impact on the Brain This webinar was led by Angelina Kakooza Mwesige (MB.Ch.B, MMed, PhD), is an Associate Professor and Child neurologist in the Department of Paediatrics & Child Health at Makerere University College of Health Sciences, Kampala, Uganda. Her major research interests are in the fields of pediatric infectious diseases and neurodevelopmental disorders with special emphasis on Epilepsy, Cerebral palsy and Autism. Her presentation focused on various viruses and their impact on the brain. If you missed this webinar, you can watch it on our YouTube page.
WWN Meet and Greet Are you interested in joining WWN? Would you like to know more about what we do? We are delighted to announce the start of our WWN ‘Meet and Greet’ series for 2024 for new WWN members. Join the WWN Executive Committee and Outreach & Membership Committee members to discuss our mission and vision, how we aim to help you advance your career, and how you can become involved in WWN.
WWN Webinar: Successful Communication Strategies Our second webinar was led by Anita McRae-Williams (M.A.b), who directs outreach programs in the Division of Extramural Research (DER) at the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH). Ms. McRae-Williams develops, promotes, and executes comprehensive strategies to attract diverse research stakeholders and trainees to new and unique NCCIH funding opportunities. Her presentation was focused on developing successful communication strategies. If you missed this webinar, you can watch it on our YouTube page.
An Introduction to AI and Neuroscience The first WWN webinar was led by Carolina Ruiz (PhD), the Harold L. Jurist ’61 and Heather E. Jurist Dean’s Professor of Computer Science and the Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), in Worcester, Massachusetts, USA. Her research is in artificial intelligence and machine learning, and their applications to medicine and health. Her presentation will include a brief introduction to AI, symbiosis between AI and Neuroscience, and applications of AI in Neuroscience. If you missed this webinar, you can watch it on our YouTube page.
