The document provides details about the Australian Human Resources Institute's (AHRI) National Convention, including information about the program, speakers, location, and benefits of attending. Some key points:
- The convention will take place from August 19-21 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. It is described as the "flagship HR event in Australia."
- The speaker program will feature presentations on major issues facing HR and business. Delegates can customize their experience by selecting from specialist topic events and networking activities.
- Attending the convention allows one to be inspired by thought leaders, hear the latest HR and business trends, network with other professionals, and learn about new HR products and services.
The document discusses learning disabilities, including the diagnosis process which involves testing, history, and observation by specialists like psychologists, psychiatrists, and therapists. It notes that the most common treatment is special education. It provides tips for parents, such as praising success, understanding the child's learning style, prioritizing homework, and maintaining open communication with teachers and other parents.
Never Fall Behind: Early Action for Babies + Young Children with Delays: Febr...Vicky Sarmiento (She/Her)
In our first of a series of webinars curated for the provider community by fellow child healthcare professionals, Dr. Emily and Dr. Jin Lee talk about the importance of early action and intervention, how to recognize delays, and best practices in neuropsychological testing and evaluation.
This presentation can be supplemented with our video recording on BabyNoggin's Youtube. The video webinar recording will be available 3/2/18. Thank you!
Autism challenges the individual, their family, the community and the practitioner. The complexity and variety of symptoms that define Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) require service providers to constantly update their knowledge and skills to best serve these individuals. Sensorimotor synchronization training with Interactive Metronome (IM), as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, has the potential to directly and positively influence the person’s ability to learn and engage with the world around him. This course will introduce practitioners to new advances in our understanding of ASD, including the pivotal role of timing & rhythm for speech, language, pragmatic, cognitive, motor and sensory processing skills. Participants will learn strategies to evaluate the unique strengths and needs of each individual with ASD as well as how to develop and implement effective IM training with consideration for communication, sensory, motor & behavioral challenges. The expert presenter will incorporate several videos and real examples to illustrate techniques. Take the course at https://secure.interactivemetronome.com/NetSite/IM/CEU/SimpleRegistration.aspx?course_id=2778
A Call to Action: Improving brain & mental health via digital platforms,...SharpBrains
(Session held at the 2014 SharpBrains Virtual Summit; October 28-30th, 2014)
8:15–9:45am. A Call to Action: Improving brain & mental health via digital platforms, neuroplasticity research and the White House BRAIN initiative
- Dr. Thomas Insel, Director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
- Dr. Adam Gazzaley, Director of UCSF Neuroscience Imaging Center and Co-founder of Akili Interactive Labs
- Dr. Daphne Bavelier, Head of the Brain & Learning Lab at the University of Geneva & U. of Rochester
- Jack Young, Head of Qualcomm Life Fund
- Chair: Alvaro Fernandez, CEO of SharpBrains
Learn more here:
http://sharpbrains.com/summit-2014/agenda/
This document outlines the key points for a course on Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. It includes the instructor's information, an overview of the course content which examines the physiological determinants of behavior, and 15 learning objectives for students which cover topics like the nervous system, brain imaging techniques, sensory processes, consciousness, learning and language from a neuroscience perspective.
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) was developed in 1975 by Richard Bandler and John Grinder. It studies how the brain, language, and body interact to produce patterns of behavior. NLP focuses on beliefs and how they shape thoughts, actions, and perceptions. The principles of NLP aim to help people utilize their strengths and model excellence through understanding how their behaviors are influenced by internal representations and external experiences. NLP can benefit people of all ages, professions, and backgrounds by improving productivity, efficiency, leadership, and relationships through managing internal states and developing flexibility.
The document provides details about the Australian Human Resources Institute's (AHRI) National Convention, including information about the program, speakers, location, and benefits of attending. Some key points:
- The convention will take place from August 19-21 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. It is described as the "flagship HR event in Australia."
- The speaker program will feature presentations on major issues facing HR and business. Delegates can customize their experience by selecting from specialist topic events and networking activities.
- Attending the convention allows one to be inspired by thought leaders, hear the latest HR and business trends, network with other professionals, and learn about new HR products and services.
The document discusses learning disabilities, including the diagnosis process which involves testing, history, and observation by specialists like psychologists, psychiatrists, and therapists. It notes that the most common treatment is special education. It provides tips for parents, such as praising success, understanding the child's learning style, prioritizing homework, and maintaining open communication with teachers and other parents.
Never Fall Behind: Early Action for Babies + Young Children with Delays: Febr...Vicky Sarmiento (She/Her)
In our first of a series of webinars curated for the provider community by fellow child healthcare professionals, Dr. Emily and Dr. Jin Lee talk about the importance of early action and intervention, how to recognize delays, and best practices in neuropsychological testing and evaluation.
This presentation can be supplemented with our video recording on BabyNoggin's Youtube. The video webinar recording will be available 3/2/18. Thank you!
Autism challenges the individual, their family, the community and the practitioner. The complexity and variety of symptoms that define Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) require service providers to constantly update their knowledge and skills to best serve these individuals. Sensorimotor synchronization training with Interactive Metronome (IM), as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, has the potential to directly and positively influence the person’s ability to learn and engage with the world around him. This course will introduce practitioners to new advances in our understanding of ASD, including the pivotal role of timing & rhythm for speech, language, pragmatic, cognitive, motor and sensory processing skills. Participants will learn strategies to evaluate the unique strengths and needs of each individual with ASD as well as how to develop and implement effective IM training with consideration for communication, sensory, motor & behavioral challenges. The expert presenter will incorporate several videos and real examples to illustrate techniques. Take the course at https://secure.interactivemetronome.com/NetSite/IM/CEU/SimpleRegistration.aspx?course_id=2778
A Call to Action: Improving brain & mental health via digital platforms,...SharpBrains
(Session held at the 2014 SharpBrains Virtual Summit; October 28-30th, 2014)
8:15–9:45am. A Call to Action: Improving brain & mental health via digital platforms, neuroplasticity research and the White House BRAIN initiative
- Dr. Thomas Insel, Director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
- Dr. Adam Gazzaley, Director of UCSF Neuroscience Imaging Center and Co-founder of Akili Interactive Labs
- Dr. Daphne Bavelier, Head of the Brain & Learning Lab at the University of Geneva & U. of Rochester
- Jack Young, Head of Qualcomm Life Fund
- Chair: Alvaro Fernandez, CEO of SharpBrains
Learn more here:
http://sharpbrains.com/summit-2014/agenda/
This document outlines the key points for a course on Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. It includes the instructor's information, an overview of the course content which examines the physiological determinants of behavior, and 15 learning objectives for students which cover topics like the nervous system, brain imaging techniques, sensory processes, consciousness, learning and language from a neuroscience perspective.
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) was developed in 1975 by Richard Bandler and John Grinder. It studies how the brain, language, and body interact to produce patterns of behavior. NLP focuses on beliefs and how they shape thoughts, actions, and perceptions. The principles of NLP aim to help people utilize their strengths and model excellence through understanding how their behaviors are influenced by internal representations and external experiences. NLP can benefit people of all ages, professions, and backgrounds by improving productivity, efficiency, leadership, and relationships through managing internal states and developing flexibility.
This document discusses managing stress during a PhD journey. It begins with an example timeline for a first year PhD student named Amber, noting important milestones that could be stressful such as submitting proposals, conducting original research, and passing a viva. Students then pair up to discuss timelines and challenges. The document goes on to discuss sources and effects of stress, and resources for supporting wellbeing during a PhD, including online resources like apps and websites, social media campaigns, and counseling services available through the university. Students are then asked to create their own PhD timelines and discuss stress management strategies.
The SharpBrains Guide to Brain Fitness (book presentation)SharpBrains
Presentation by co-authors Alvaro Fernandez and Dr. Elkhonon Goldberg of book:
The SharpBrains Guide to Brain Fitness:
18 Interviews with Scientists, Practical Advice, and Product Reviews, To Keep Your Brain Sharp
(May 2009; $24.95)
More info at:
http://www.sharpbrains.com/book/
Description: While most of us have heard the phrase “use it or lose it,” very few understand what “it” means, or how to properly “use it” in order to maintain brain function and fitness. The SharpBrains Guide to Brain Fitness is an invaluable guide that helps readers navigate growing brain research and identify the lifestyle factors and products that contribute to brain fitness. By gathering insights from eighteen of the world’s top scientists and offering tools and detailed descriptions of over twenty products, this book is an essential guide to the field of brain fitness, neuroplasticity and cognitive health. An accessible and thought-provoking read, The SharpBrains Guide to Brain Fitness educates lifelong learners and professionals in healthcare, education, business, etc., on emerging trends and forecasts of what the future will hold.
The assistant principal informs the principal that an old man who is not associated with the school wishes to see her. The principal meets with the man, who introduces himself as Socrates. Socrates explains that he enjoys posing philosophical questions to people that often leave them perplexed, as his questions tend to lead to more questions without clear answers. However, he feels the principal may be able to engage with his style of questioning where others have not.
The stigma surrounding mental health means students may be unwilling to disclose difficulties they are experiencing and access help. International students are particularly vulnerable as they are away from their usual support networks. Their limited English can also restrict their communication of any issues.
Australian ELICOS (English language teaching for international students sector) providers are aware that mental health issues can seriously impact a student as they progress through their studies. In a survey by English Australia, over 50 per cent of ELICOS colleges believed the number of students with mental health issues has increased in the past two years which is placing an increased strain on the already limited resources of many ELICOS providers.
English Australia released 'The Guide to Best Practice in International Student Mental Health'. This guide provides tools and information that will help create an environment where students feel supported should they ever have any mental health concerns.
In this presentation, Sophie O'Keefe explores the guide and discusses the mental health issues that international and ELICOS students experience, and shares best practice for addressing these concerns.
Dr. Kilts' presentation to the PRI Advisory BoardTim Taylor
The document discusses the UAMS/PRI Brain Imaging Research Center (BIRC). It provides an overview of the center's goals, focus areas, and accomplishments. The BIRC seeks to advance understanding of psychiatric disorders through brain imaging research. Its goals are to develop brain imaging technologies, apply them to clinical problems, and train the next generation of imaging scientists. The center focuses on outcomes related to early life adversity, brain development, women's health, cognition, and drug addiction. It aims to enhance understanding of how the brain relates to behavior and illness.
Symphony provides workshops and seminars on personal and professional development. It uses a technique called DMIT (Dermatoglyphic Multiple Intelligence Test) to assess individuals' multiple intelligences based on fingerprints. DMIT analysis reveals aspects like intelligence distributions, learning styles, strengths and weaknesses. Knowing this can help people choose the right career and education paths, improve relationships, and reduce stress. Symphony says DMIT is a scientifically validated technique that has been used globally to help selection, training and self-improvement.
This is the presentation of the third neuroscience event hosted by Ahmed Eljack in May 2017 at National Ribat University.
The event discussed the relationship between neuroscience and different fields related to neuroscience (e.g, neurology, neurosurgery,...etc).
*Eljack's Neuroscience Events are events hosted by Ahmed Eljack in various Sudanese universities to discussed different topics in the ever-growing field of neuroscience.
ADHD: Biopsychosocial Approaches to Treatment of ADHD in Children and AdultsMichael Changaris
This presentation explored the underlying biology of attention, impulsivity and the social/psychological factors impacting treatment. Pharmacotherapy, social and psychological interventions are discussed. The ADHD brain is highly conserved across multiple contexts and present in countries around the world. The ADHD brain has important gifts for human ecologic context adding to insight, creativity and innovation. Supporting people with an ADHD brain to develop skills, self-care and means to channel their abilities can allow many of the struggles of ADHD to manifest as gifts.
This lecture explores the biopsychosocial factors impacting attention deficit and hyperactivity. The slides explore pharmacotherapy and behavioral interventions for primary care settings.
What do 7.5 billion human brains need to thrive in the Digital Age, and what ...SharpBrains
*Álvaro Fernández, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of SharpBrains
*Sarah Lenz Lock, Senior Vice President for Policy at AARP and Executive Director of the Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH)
*Dr. April Benasich, Director of the Baby Lab at the Rutgers Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience
*Chaired by: Dr. Cori Lathan, Co-Chair of the World Economic Forum’s Council on the Future of Human Enhancement
Slidedeck supporting session held during the 2017 SharpBrains Virtual Summit: Brain Health & Enhancement in the Digital Age (December 5-7th). Learn more at: https://sharpbrains.com/summit-2017/
Experiences in life can affect the person you are; not the person you were meant to be. This belief has helped us to change the life of every boy who has come to Hanna Boys Center, since we opened our doors in 1945. It takes work. Good things don’t come easily. But good things do happen. At Hanna, we’re here to help. With a lot of support, a lot of understanding, and a lot of guidance.
Experiences in life can affect the person you are; not the person you were meant to be. This belief has helped us to change the life of every boy who has come to Hanna Boys Center, since we opened our doors in 1945. It takes work. Good things don’t come easily. But good things do happen. At Hanna, we’re here to help. With a lot of support, a lot of understanding, and a lot of guidance.
Heart-based Educ Pararadigm for the 3 rd MillenniumPARISH
For humanity to move towards higher evolutionary scale, the need to redefine education is inevitable- a polar shift from individual competition to human and environmental interconnectedness; from robotized learning from memorization and facts accumulation and skills training method for industry use and manipulation, to the enhancement of one's native genius for him to contribute to the betterment of human society,from the manufacturing/producing globally competitive skilled trained individual for higher salary scale..to the wisdom of the love of life ...
A brief overview of the panel discussion for the 2015 South by Southwest Edu conference. Panel participants are Sheryl Abshire, Ph.D., Adam Hall, and Steve Miller, Ph.D.
The document describes the Mental Health Professional Online Development (MHPOD) program, which provides self-directed, online learning for mental health professionals. It has a nationally consistent curriculum across Australia organized into 13 topics areas and 45 specific courses. Evaluation of the pilot program found that over 80% of participants found the learning objectives and materials relevant and would recommend it to others.
This document provides information about a positive neuropsychology program offered by an online graduate university. The program offers degrees and certifications in positive psychology and neuropsychology, with the goal of teaching students how to create flourishing lives and transform organizations. Students can choose between degree programs that include a master's or PhD combined with board certification, or board certification-only programs. The curriculum involves courses that study human behavior from genetic, environmental, and evolutionary perspectives as well as positive psychology topics like happiness, relationships, and meaning. The program aims to personally transform students by teaching them to overcome influences outside their control and choose fulfilling lives.
This document discusses supporting young people's mental health and wellbeing. It notes that mental disorders affect 1 in 4 young Australians, and suicide is the leading cause of death for those aged 15 to 24. The Young and Well CRC aims to address this issue through three research programs exploring how to build safe online environments and provide digital strategies and tools to promote mental health. Some examples highlighted are the Appreciate a Mate app and Recharge toolbox. The document argues that technological solutions should be part of an integrated approach to youth mental health care.
April 3, 2014-Trauma in Young Children Under 4-Years of Age: Attachment, Neur...MFLNFamilyDevelopmnt
The PowerPoint presentation for a 2 hour webinar exploring how young children are particularly vulnerable to the effects of trauma, especially when their relationships with their caregivers are affected. (Find the live recording of this webinar @ https://learn.extension.org/events/1416) This presentation examines the characteristics of trauma in young children who are 4-years of age and younger, formal diagnostic criteria as well as other signs and symptoms of trauma, the neurobiological underpinnings of traumatic experiences for children, and evidence-based interventions that may be useful for remediating the effects of trauma for young children and their families.
In this webinar, Marian Williams, PhD, Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the USC UCEDD and Program Area Lead in Early Childhood Mental Health Programs, and Co-Director
of Interdisciplinary Training discussed:
- A project to increase access to early screening and intervention for youn children in underserved communities
- Why screening is critical; what is screened
- Red flags for autism spectrum disorder
- What services are recommended for young children with developmental concerns
- How we can keep children from falling through the cracks
The debris of the ‘last major merger’ is dynamically youngSérgio Sacani
The Milky Way’s (MW) inner stellar halo contains an [Fe/H]-rich component with highly eccentric orbits, often referred to as the
‘last major merger.’ Hypotheses for the origin of this component include Gaia-Sausage/Enceladus (GSE), where the progenitor
collided with the MW proto-disc 8–11 Gyr ago, and the Virgo Radial Merger (VRM), where the progenitor collided with the
MW disc within the last 3 Gyr. These two scenarios make different predictions about observable structure in local phase space,
because the morphology of debris depends on how long it has had to phase mix. The recently identified phase-space folds in Gaia
DR3 have positive caustic velocities, making them fundamentally different than the phase-mixed chevrons found in simulations
at late times. Roughly 20 per cent of the stars in the prograde local stellar halo are associated with the observed caustics. Based
on a simple phase-mixing model, the observed number of caustics are consistent with a merger that occurred 1–2 Gyr ago.
We also compare the observed phase-space distribution to FIRE-2 Latte simulations of GSE-like mergers, using a quantitative
measurement of phase mixing (2D causticality). The observed local phase-space distribution best matches the simulated data
1–2 Gyr after collision, and certainly not later than 3 Gyr. This is further evidence that the progenitor of the ‘last major merger’
did not collide with the MW proto-disc at early times, as is thought for the GSE, but instead collided with the MW disc within
the last few Gyr, consistent with the body of work surrounding the VRM.
This document discusses managing stress during a PhD journey. It begins with an example timeline for a first year PhD student named Amber, noting important milestones that could be stressful such as submitting proposals, conducting original research, and passing a viva. Students then pair up to discuss timelines and challenges. The document goes on to discuss sources and effects of stress, and resources for supporting wellbeing during a PhD, including online resources like apps and websites, social media campaigns, and counseling services available through the university. Students are then asked to create their own PhD timelines and discuss stress management strategies.
The SharpBrains Guide to Brain Fitness (book presentation)SharpBrains
Presentation by co-authors Alvaro Fernandez and Dr. Elkhonon Goldberg of book:
The SharpBrains Guide to Brain Fitness:
18 Interviews with Scientists, Practical Advice, and Product Reviews, To Keep Your Brain Sharp
(May 2009; $24.95)
More info at:
http://www.sharpbrains.com/book/
Description: While most of us have heard the phrase “use it or lose it,” very few understand what “it” means, or how to properly “use it” in order to maintain brain function and fitness. The SharpBrains Guide to Brain Fitness is an invaluable guide that helps readers navigate growing brain research and identify the lifestyle factors and products that contribute to brain fitness. By gathering insights from eighteen of the world’s top scientists and offering tools and detailed descriptions of over twenty products, this book is an essential guide to the field of brain fitness, neuroplasticity and cognitive health. An accessible and thought-provoking read, The SharpBrains Guide to Brain Fitness educates lifelong learners and professionals in healthcare, education, business, etc., on emerging trends and forecasts of what the future will hold.
The assistant principal informs the principal that an old man who is not associated with the school wishes to see her. The principal meets with the man, who introduces himself as Socrates. Socrates explains that he enjoys posing philosophical questions to people that often leave them perplexed, as his questions tend to lead to more questions without clear answers. However, he feels the principal may be able to engage with his style of questioning where others have not.
The stigma surrounding mental health means students may be unwilling to disclose difficulties they are experiencing and access help. International students are particularly vulnerable as they are away from their usual support networks. Their limited English can also restrict their communication of any issues.
Australian ELICOS (English language teaching for international students sector) providers are aware that mental health issues can seriously impact a student as they progress through their studies. In a survey by English Australia, over 50 per cent of ELICOS colleges believed the number of students with mental health issues has increased in the past two years which is placing an increased strain on the already limited resources of many ELICOS providers.
English Australia released 'The Guide to Best Practice in International Student Mental Health'. This guide provides tools and information that will help create an environment where students feel supported should they ever have any mental health concerns.
In this presentation, Sophie O'Keefe explores the guide and discusses the mental health issues that international and ELICOS students experience, and shares best practice for addressing these concerns.
Dr. Kilts' presentation to the PRI Advisory BoardTim Taylor
The document discusses the UAMS/PRI Brain Imaging Research Center (BIRC). It provides an overview of the center's goals, focus areas, and accomplishments. The BIRC seeks to advance understanding of psychiatric disorders through brain imaging research. Its goals are to develop brain imaging technologies, apply them to clinical problems, and train the next generation of imaging scientists. The center focuses on outcomes related to early life adversity, brain development, women's health, cognition, and drug addiction. It aims to enhance understanding of how the brain relates to behavior and illness.
Symphony provides workshops and seminars on personal and professional development. It uses a technique called DMIT (Dermatoglyphic Multiple Intelligence Test) to assess individuals' multiple intelligences based on fingerprints. DMIT analysis reveals aspects like intelligence distributions, learning styles, strengths and weaknesses. Knowing this can help people choose the right career and education paths, improve relationships, and reduce stress. Symphony says DMIT is a scientifically validated technique that has been used globally to help selection, training and self-improvement.
This is the presentation of the third neuroscience event hosted by Ahmed Eljack in May 2017 at National Ribat University.
The event discussed the relationship between neuroscience and different fields related to neuroscience (e.g, neurology, neurosurgery,...etc).
*Eljack's Neuroscience Events are events hosted by Ahmed Eljack in various Sudanese universities to discussed different topics in the ever-growing field of neuroscience.
ADHD: Biopsychosocial Approaches to Treatment of ADHD in Children and AdultsMichael Changaris
This presentation explored the underlying biology of attention, impulsivity and the social/psychological factors impacting treatment. Pharmacotherapy, social and psychological interventions are discussed. The ADHD brain is highly conserved across multiple contexts and present in countries around the world. The ADHD brain has important gifts for human ecologic context adding to insight, creativity and innovation. Supporting people with an ADHD brain to develop skills, self-care and means to channel their abilities can allow many of the struggles of ADHD to manifest as gifts.
This lecture explores the biopsychosocial factors impacting attention deficit and hyperactivity. The slides explore pharmacotherapy and behavioral interventions for primary care settings.
What do 7.5 billion human brains need to thrive in the Digital Age, and what ...SharpBrains
*Álvaro Fernández, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of SharpBrains
*Sarah Lenz Lock, Senior Vice President for Policy at AARP and Executive Director of the Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH)
*Dr. April Benasich, Director of the Baby Lab at the Rutgers Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience
*Chaired by: Dr. Cori Lathan, Co-Chair of the World Economic Forum’s Council on the Future of Human Enhancement
Slidedeck supporting session held during the 2017 SharpBrains Virtual Summit: Brain Health & Enhancement in the Digital Age (December 5-7th). Learn more at: https://sharpbrains.com/summit-2017/
Experiences in life can affect the person you are; not the person you were meant to be. This belief has helped us to change the life of every boy who has come to Hanna Boys Center, since we opened our doors in 1945. It takes work. Good things don’t come easily. But good things do happen. At Hanna, we’re here to help. With a lot of support, a lot of understanding, and a lot of guidance.
Experiences in life can affect the person you are; not the person you were meant to be. This belief has helped us to change the life of every boy who has come to Hanna Boys Center, since we opened our doors in 1945. It takes work. Good things don’t come easily. But good things do happen. At Hanna, we’re here to help. With a lot of support, a lot of understanding, and a lot of guidance.
Heart-based Educ Pararadigm for the 3 rd MillenniumPARISH
For humanity to move towards higher evolutionary scale, the need to redefine education is inevitable- a polar shift from individual competition to human and environmental interconnectedness; from robotized learning from memorization and facts accumulation and skills training method for industry use and manipulation, to the enhancement of one's native genius for him to contribute to the betterment of human society,from the manufacturing/producing globally competitive skilled trained individual for higher salary scale..to the wisdom of the love of life ...
A brief overview of the panel discussion for the 2015 South by Southwest Edu conference. Panel participants are Sheryl Abshire, Ph.D., Adam Hall, and Steve Miller, Ph.D.
The document describes the Mental Health Professional Online Development (MHPOD) program, which provides self-directed, online learning for mental health professionals. It has a nationally consistent curriculum across Australia organized into 13 topics areas and 45 specific courses. Evaluation of the pilot program found that over 80% of participants found the learning objectives and materials relevant and would recommend it to others.
This document provides information about a positive neuropsychology program offered by an online graduate university. The program offers degrees and certifications in positive psychology and neuropsychology, with the goal of teaching students how to create flourishing lives and transform organizations. Students can choose between degree programs that include a master's or PhD combined with board certification, or board certification-only programs. The curriculum involves courses that study human behavior from genetic, environmental, and evolutionary perspectives as well as positive psychology topics like happiness, relationships, and meaning. The program aims to personally transform students by teaching them to overcome influences outside their control and choose fulfilling lives.
This document discusses supporting young people's mental health and wellbeing. It notes that mental disorders affect 1 in 4 young Australians, and suicide is the leading cause of death for those aged 15 to 24. The Young and Well CRC aims to address this issue through three research programs exploring how to build safe online environments and provide digital strategies and tools to promote mental health. Some examples highlighted are the Appreciate a Mate app and Recharge toolbox. The document argues that technological solutions should be part of an integrated approach to youth mental health care.
April 3, 2014-Trauma in Young Children Under 4-Years of Age: Attachment, Neur...MFLNFamilyDevelopmnt
The PowerPoint presentation for a 2 hour webinar exploring how young children are particularly vulnerable to the effects of trauma, especially when their relationships with their caregivers are affected. (Find the live recording of this webinar @ https://learn.extension.org/events/1416) This presentation examines the characteristics of trauma in young children who are 4-years of age and younger, formal diagnostic criteria as well as other signs and symptoms of trauma, the neurobiological underpinnings of traumatic experiences for children, and evidence-based interventions that may be useful for remediating the effects of trauma for young children and their families.
In this webinar, Marian Williams, PhD, Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the USC UCEDD and Program Area Lead in Early Childhood Mental Health Programs, and Co-Director
of Interdisciplinary Training discussed:
- A project to increase access to early screening and intervention for youn children in underserved communities
- Why screening is critical; what is screened
- Red flags for autism spectrum disorder
- What services are recommended for young children with developmental concerns
- How we can keep children from falling through the cracks
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The debris of the ‘last major merger’ is dynamically youngSérgio Sacani
The Milky Way’s (MW) inner stellar halo contains an [Fe/H]-rich component with highly eccentric orbits, often referred to as the
‘last major merger.’ Hypotheses for the origin of this component include Gaia-Sausage/Enceladus (GSE), where the progenitor
collided with the MW proto-disc 8–11 Gyr ago, and the Virgo Radial Merger (VRM), where the progenitor collided with the
MW disc within the last 3 Gyr. These two scenarios make different predictions about observable structure in local phase space,
because the morphology of debris depends on how long it has had to phase mix. The recently identified phase-space folds in Gaia
DR3 have positive caustic velocities, making them fundamentally different than the phase-mixed chevrons found in simulations
at late times. Roughly 20 per cent of the stars in the prograde local stellar halo are associated with the observed caustics. Based
on a simple phase-mixing model, the observed number of caustics are consistent with a merger that occurred 1–2 Gyr ago.
We also compare the observed phase-space distribution to FIRE-2 Latte simulations of GSE-like mergers, using a quantitative
measurement of phase mixing (2D causticality). The observed local phase-space distribution best matches the simulated data
1–2 Gyr after collision, and certainly not later than 3 Gyr. This is further evidence that the progenitor of the ‘last major merger’
did not collide with the MW proto-disc at early times, as is thought for the GSE, but instead collided with the MW disc within
the last few Gyr, consistent with the body of work surrounding the VRM.
ESA/ACT Science Coffee: Diego Blas - Gravitational wave detection with orbita...Advanced-Concepts-Team
Presentation in the Science Coffee of the Advanced Concepts Team of the European Space Agency on the 07.06.2024.
Speaker: Diego Blas (IFAE/ICREA)
Title: Gravitational wave detection with orbital motion of Moon and artificial
Abstract:
In this talk I will describe some recent ideas to find gravitational waves from supermassive black holes or of primordial origin by studying their secular effect on the orbital motion of the Moon or satellites that are laser ranged.
Immersive Learning That Works: Research Grounding and Paths ForwardLeonel Morgado
We will metaverse into the essence of immersive learning, into its three dimensions and conceptual models. This approach encompasses elements from teaching methodologies to social involvement, through organizational concerns and technologies. Challenging the perception of learning as knowledge transfer, we introduce a 'Uses, Practices & Strategies' model operationalized by the 'Immersive Learning Brain' and ‘Immersion Cube’ frameworks. This approach offers a comprehensive guide through the intricacies of immersive educational experiences and spotlighting research frontiers, along the immersion dimensions of system, narrative, and agency. Our discourse extends to stakeholders beyond the academic sphere, addressing the interests of technologists, instructional designers, and policymakers. We span various contexts, from formal education to organizational transformation to the new horizon of an AI-pervasive society. This keynote aims to unite the iLRN community in a collaborative journey towards a future where immersive learning research and practice coalesce, paving the way for innovative educational research and practice landscapes.
Describing and Interpreting an Immersive Learning Case with the Immersion Cub...Leonel Morgado
Current descriptions of immersive learning cases are often difficult or impossible to compare. This is due to a myriad of different options on what details to include, which aspects are relevant, and on the descriptive approaches employed. Also, these aspects often combine very specific details with more general guidelines or indicate intents and rationales without clarifying their implementation. In this paper we provide a method to describe immersive learning cases that is structured to enable comparisons, yet flexible enough to allow researchers and practitioners to decide which aspects to include. This method leverages a taxonomy that classifies educational aspects at three levels (uses, practices, and strategies) and then utilizes two frameworks, the Immersive Learning Brain and the Immersion Cube, to enable a structured description and interpretation of immersive learning cases. The method is then demonstrated on a published immersive learning case on training for wind turbine maintenance using virtual reality. Applying the method results in a structured artifact, the Immersive Learning Case Sheet, that tags the case with its proximal uses, practices, and strategies, and refines the free text case description to ensure that matching details are included. This contribution is thus a case description method in support of future comparative research of immersive learning cases. We then discuss how the resulting description and interpretation can be leveraged to change immersion learning cases, by enriching them (considering low-effort changes or additions) or innovating (exploring more challenging avenues of transformation). The method holds significant promise to support better-grounded research in immersive learning.
Phenomics assisted breeding in crop improvementIshaGoswami9
As the population is increasing and will reach about 9 billion upto 2050. Also due to climate change, it is difficult to meet the food requirement of such a large population. Facing the challenges presented by resource shortages, climate
change, and increasing global population, crop yield and quality need to be improved in a sustainable way over the coming decades. Genetic improvement by breeding is the best way to increase crop productivity. With the rapid progression of functional
genomics, an increasing number of crop genomes have been sequenced and dozens of genes influencing key agronomic traits have been identified. However, current genome sequence information has not been adequately exploited for understanding
the complex characteristics of multiple gene, owing to a lack of crop phenotypic data. Efficient, automatic, and accurate technologies and platforms that can capture phenotypic data that can
be linked to genomics information for crop improvement at all growth stages have become as important as genotyping. Thus,
high-throughput phenotyping has become the major bottleneck restricting crop breeding. Plant phenomics has been defined as the high-throughput, accurate acquisition and analysis of multi-dimensional phenotypes
during crop growing stages at the organism level, including the cell, tissue, organ, individual plant, plot, and field levels. With the rapid development of novel sensors, imaging technology,
and analysis methods, numerous infrastructure platforms have been developed for phenotyping.
The use of Nauplii and metanauplii artemia in aquaculture (brine shrimp).pptxMAGOTI ERNEST
Although Artemia has been known to man for centuries, its use as a food for the culture of larval organisms apparently began only in the 1930s, when several investigators found that it made an excellent food for newly hatched fish larvae (Litvinenko et al., 2023). As aquaculture developed in the 1960s and ‘70s, the use of Artemia also became more widespread, due both to its convenience and to its nutritional value for larval organisms (Arenas-Pardo et al., 2024). The fact that Artemia dormant cysts can be stored for long periods in cans, and then used as an off-the-shelf food requiring only 24 h of incubation makes them the most convenient, least labor-intensive, live food available for aquaculture (Sorgeloos & Roubach, 2021). The nutritional value of Artemia, especially for marine organisms, is not constant, but varies both geographically and temporally. During the last decade, however, both the causes of Artemia nutritional variability and methods to improve poorquality Artemia have been identified (Loufi et al., 2024).
Brine shrimp (Artemia spp.) are used in marine aquaculture worldwide. Annually, more than 2,000 metric tons of dry cysts are used for cultivation of fish, crustacean, and shellfish larva. Brine shrimp are important to aquaculture because newly hatched brine shrimp nauplii (larvae) provide a food source for many fish fry (Mozanzadeh et al., 2021). Culture and harvesting of brine shrimp eggs represents another aspect of the aquaculture industry. Nauplii and metanauplii of Artemia, commonly known as brine shrimp, play a crucial role in aquaculture due to their nutritional value and suitability as live feed for many aquatic species, particularly in larval stages (Sorgeloos & Roubach, 2021).
The technology uses reclaimed CO₂ as the dyeing medium in a closed loop process. When pressurized, CO₂ becomes supercritical (SC-CO₂). In this state CO₂ has a very high solvent power, allowing the dye to dissolve easily.
EWOCS-I: The catalog of X-ray sources in Westerlund 1 from the Extended Weste...Sérgio Sacani
Context. With a mass exceeding several 104 M⊙ and a rich and dense population of massive stars, supermassive young star clusters
represent the most massive star-forming environment that is dominated by the feedback from massive stars and gravitational interactions
among stars.
Aims. In this paper we present the Extended Westerlund 1 and 2 Open Clusters Survey (EWOCS) project, which aims to investigate
the influence of the starburst environment on the formation of stars and planets, and on the evolution of both low and high mass stars.
The primary targets of this project are Westerlund 1 and 2, the closest supermassive star clusters to the Sun.
Methods. The project is based primarily on recent observations conducted with the Chandra and JWST observatories. Specifically,
the Chandra survey of Westerlund 1 consists of 36 new ACIS-I observations, nearly co-pointed, for a total exposure time of 1 Msec.
Additionally, we included 8 archival Chandra/ACIS-S observations. This paper presents the resulting catalog of X-ray sources within
and around Westerlund 1. Sources were detected by combining various existing methods, and photon extraction and source validation
were carried out using the ACIS-Extract software.
Results. The EWOCS X-ray catalog comprises 5963 validated sources out of the 9420 initially provided to ACIS-Extract, reaching a
photon flux threshold of approximately 2 × 10−8 photons cm−2
s
−1
. The X-ray sources exhibit a highly concentrated spatial distribution,
with 1075 sources located within the central 1 arcmin. We have successfully detected X-ray emissions from 126 out of the 166 known
massive stars of the cluster, and we have collected over 71 000 photons from the magnetar CXO J164710.20-455217.
ESPP presentation to EU Waste Water Network, 4th June 2024 “EU policies driving nutrient removal and recycling
and the revised UWWTD (Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive)”
2. What we do...
Dr. Laird Dr. Sutherland
We study brain structure & function
in healthy people & people with
psychiatric diagnoses
★ Neuroimaging research (MRI)
○ ABCD
○ ACE
○ DIVA
○ My Mind My Money
○ Physics Learning
★ Methods development
○ ATHENA
○ DIVA
💻 Neurolab.fiu.edu
✉️ neurolab@fiu.edu
4. Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development
★ Largest long term study of brain
development and child health in
the US
○ ~10,000 children ages 9-10
○ 21 research sites
★ Track biological and behavioral
development through adolescence
into young adulthood
★ MRI, genetics, neuropsychological,
behavioral, and other health
assessments
★ Factors enhance/disrupt a young
person’s life trajectory
6. Antecedents & Consequences of Electronic
Nicotine Delivery Systems
Recruitment Efforts
at local high-schools
Undergraduate RA
training sessions
Children’s Trust Exposition
Recruitment
Exploring psychological and
neurobiological factors contributing to
cigarette and e-cigarette smoking
8. Automated Text Harvesting and Exploration
of Neuroimaging Annotations
Uses machine learning & AI
Automatically classifies
neuroimaging articles
★ What behavior is studied?
★ What population?
★ What kind of stimulus is used?
12. My Mind My Money
- Project in collaboration with
- Catalyst Miami (Non-profit organization),
- FIU School of Business
- FIU Center for Imaging Sciences
- Neurobiological mechanisms associated with real-world financial decisions
- Impacts of nudges (TEXT messages) in financial asset building (i.e. money saving
behavior)
Balloon
Analogue
Risk
Task
(BART
TASK)
14. Neural mechanisms of physics learning
Undergraduate students at FIU
Brain changes over the course of your first
physics class
★ What regions of the brain are change
during problem-solving skill development?
★ How is the brain engaged when solving
physics problems?
★ Is STEM anxiety related to physics learning
& class performance?
★ Is physics-specific memory different from
general memory?
Hi everyone! Good evening, we are graduate students from the neuroinformatics and brain connectivity lab, also known as the NBC lab. We are excited to talk to you today about the many projects currently going on in the lab, and invite you all to also contribute as an undergraduate research assistant.
Lauren
Lauren
Lauren
Jessica
Jessica
Katie
Katie
Katie
Instead of the more common approach, with lots of subjects and few measurements per subject, we intend to collect a ton of measurements from only three individuals and, instead of making generalizations about the broader population, we’ll be delving into intra-individual variability and looking at what aspects of everyday life (mood, stress levels, amount of sleep & exercise, hormones like cortisol and estradiol) are related to brain connectivity and brain activity while engaging in various executive function, reward-processing, and emotional behaviors, as well as watching a rich, naturalistic stimulus that engages complex social & emotional processes (Stranger Things). This will help us better understand how individuals and their brains vary over time and what external factors are related to differences in social, emotional, cognitive, and reward processing.