A forum has been announced that will explore some groundbreaking ideas in neuroscience and education.

Using music to teach spelling to children with autism, new directions in stroke research, and recent advances and ongoing challenges in diagnosing genetic causes of neuromuscular disorders are some of the topics to be discussed at a forum hosted by The University of Western Australia later this month. 

It’s called the Symposium of Western Australian Neuroscience, it happens every year to connect scientists, clinicians and other experts with those caring for and supporting people with neurological conditions in the community.

This year’s Symposium will feature speakers from top institutions presenting on high-level research; including Dr Nigel Clarke, from The University of Sydney, who will talk about diagnosing the genetic basis of neuromuscular disorders.  Dr Olivia Carter, from The University of Melbourne, will present her research into using pupil responses to successfully communicate with non-responsive patients with Locked-in Syndrome. Brightwater Care Group Chief Executive Officer Dr Penny Flett and Headwest Executive Officer Lee-Anne Brenssell will provide insights on living with acquired brain injury from a community perspective and UWA students and early-career researchers will present the results of their research in various areas of neuroscience.

SWAN will be held on Tuesday 23 July at the Molecular and Chemical Sciences Lecture Theatre at The University of Western Australia.