The MARCS Institute

The MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development is an interdisciplinary research institute of Western Sydney University.

[The MARCS Institute @MARCSInstitute]

Hi everyone! 👋 We’re now on Bluesky! Follow us for more updates at [@marcsinstitute.bsky.social]. #Bluesky

[The MARCS Institute @MARCSInstitute]

We were thrilled to welcome Prof George Williams AO, VC of @westernsydneyu, to MARCS Institute! The VC chatted to our researchers about the exciting work in #childdevelopment, #neuromorphic research, #biomedical engineering, & #musicscience. Thanks for your support & insights!

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🎉 Congrats to PhD Candidate, Almudena, for winning the Outstanding Presentation Award at the 2024 #ACNS conference! Topic: #ObjectRecognition Under Occlusion During Rapid Serial Visual Presentations. 👏 #Neuroscience #MARCSHDR

https://t.co/mcZzmbfYvk

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Despite Australia’s diversity, only 9% of Year 12 students study languages. ✨Newly funded ARC Discovery Project will explore how #polyglots manage multiple languages. The goal: improve #language #education nationwide. 🔗 https://t.co/NHDe59EKOc @westernsydneyu @arc_gov_au

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An inspiring morning at Parramatta Library for #InternationalDayForPeopleWithADisability! We shared our #MemoryAid project, engaged in #dementia care discussions, and connected with the local community. 💜 Thanks to everyone who joined us and @parralibrary for organising!

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🌎As #languages disappear, so do parts of a #community’s identity and culture. ✨Newly funded ARC Discovery Project will explore the impact of preserving #Indigenous languages in Papua New Guinea and beyond. 🔗https://t.co/NHDe59EKOc @arc_gov_au @westernsydneyu

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Music communicates emotions across cultures, but how much is universal vs cultural? ✨Newly funded ARC Discovery Project will explore music's impact on #health, #wellbeing, and the global #music industry. 🔗https://t.co/NHDe59EKOc @andy_tonality @westernsydneyu @arc_gov_au

[Longitude Prize on Dementia @LPDementia]

How can familiar tools transform dementia care?

Our finalists at @MARCSInstitute @DeakinA2I2 are supporting independence & reducing caregiver strain through a ringing corded telephone.

📖Learn more below. https://t.co/R8NnZJClnF

#DementiaCare #AssistiveTech

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Newly funded ARC Discovery Project will unlock the secrets of how children learn and provide parents & educators with insights to support #childdevelopment. ✨Looking forward to transforming #education in Australia, one discovery at a time! @DrQuekles @westernsydneyu @arc_gov_au

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🚨Join us! We're hiring a 3yr Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Cognitive Neuroscience with @DrQuekles
@ManuelVarlet @TGrootswagers @davidwhitephd to investigate decoding in super-recognisers. Applications close 14 Jan #postdoc #cogneuro #ACNS2024
https://t.co/8PIxqA7mub

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✈️ This week, we welcomed our final #International #VisitingFellow for 2024 and bid farewell to three others - just in time to announce that applications for 2025 scheme are now open! Apply to come and visit for 2-3 months. PhD Candidates & ECRs welcome. 🔗https://t.co/5IHXDlt5WU

[A/Prof Joyce Siette @jsiette]

Latest work led by my fantastic PhD student @samueldakey on developing and delivering culturally responsive aged care assessments

https://t.co/G4asMY9cLZ

@hazelmaxwell12
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[Olivia Maurice @oliviamaurice_]

Sharing my entry for the @westernsydneyu Research Theme Image Competition for #Health & #Wellbeing (#Translation, #Integration & #Innovation)! Representing @MARCSInstitute and championing intersections between #AI and #neuroscience!

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🎬 Filming in progress: MARCS PhD candidates proudly showcasing their research! #FlightSimulator #EEG #ResearchImpact #MARCSHDR

@VSiderskiy @MKhanbagi @ARamirezHaro3

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🌟Exciting news! MARCS team has been awarded funding through @arc_gov_au to revolutionise #STEM engagement online! In partnership with @powerhouse, our goal is to create an #inclusive experience for all & inspire the next generation of #thinkers & #innovators! @westernsydneyu

[Western Sydney University @westernsydneyu]

Western Sydney University is excited to announce a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with @mindchamps, aimed at revolutionising early childhood education, enhancing workforce development, and fostering global pathways for education.🤝

Learn more 👉https://t.co/8takGbo6u4

[Anna Fiveash @Anna5ash]

Had the best time listening to @ReynaGordonPhD @dr_srishtin and @DanielaSammler talk about #music and #speech science today @MARCSInstitute ! Thank you for coming 😊 #musicscience

[Western Sydney University @westernsydneyu]

Representing Australian tech innovation, the MemoryAid team led by @celia_harris @MARCSInstitute & @DeakinA2I2 @Deakin have been awarded a share of $2.9 million AUD as global finalists in the prestigious #LongitudePrizeOnDementia @LPDementia 🧠🇦🇺

More: https://t.co/xoe0LBaKNB

[Anna Fiveash @Anna5ash]

We have a very exciting international line up of speakers @MARCSInstitute on the 28th October for our Music and Speech Science Day! Come join us (in person and online). #musicscience @AusMusPsySoc @dr_srishtin @ReynaGordonPhD @DanielaSammler https://t.co/ywqzjOZM31

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About to start a demanding task at work on your Monday morning? Listening to music beforehand could boost your language abilities. Great article by @Anna5ash on impact of music on workplace productivity #musicscience #ProductivityTip https://t.co/I5rZweBANA via @ConversationEDU