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Our Age Lab team had an incredible time engaging with the local community at the Seniors Wellness Fair organised by Wenty Leagues.

Western Research Week 2024 features Sophie Smit, whose research investigates how the brain processes information from the world around us, focusing on the integration of visual and tactile information, which is crucial for aspects like self-perception and social understanding.

The MARCS team was thrilled to participate in the Sydney Science Festival on August 17, held by the Powerhouse Museum and City of Parramatta. It was an exciting opportunity to showcase our work and engage with the community.

Participants explored science demonstrations and interactive activities all packed in a day at the Dawson Mall and Mount Druitt Hub.

Participants at the Ageing in Place Workshop, held during Western Research Week 2024, explored key aspects of ageing in place and exchanged insights with industry experts and MARCS researchers.

Western Research Week 2024 features Almudena Ramírez Haro, PhD Candidate who's actively involved in committees, helping to forge relations and raise awareness on important issues within the academic community.

Western Research Week 2024 features Dr Karen Hutchings, who plays a crucial role at the MARCS Institute overseeing research funding initiatives and managing daily research operations.

Western Research Week 2024 features Professor Roger Dean, a Professor of Sonic Communication and a distinguished Australian composer, improviser, and performer.

This year’s HDR Forum marks the exciting collaboration between the MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour, and Development, and the NICM Health Research Institute.

We are proud to announce the inaugural winner of the Denis Burnham Award for Doctoral Student Career Transition: Jessica Chin, PhD Candidate, MARCS Institute.
