Come to learn more about the most intriguing organ – the brain! You will have the great opportunity to enjoy three exciting 20 minutes talks about state-of-the-art research in neuroscience. In addition, you will have the chance to get many of your questions about the brain answered during a Questions & Answers panel discussion with the speakers as well as an informal reception after the panel! ASL interpreters will be available during the event.
RSVP: http://goo.gl/forms/6UIwVN0U49
*Admission is FREE, but requires registration.
Talks:
Universals of Early Language, Reading and the Brain as Revealed Through the Eyes
Laura-Ann Petitto, PhD
Gallaudet University
Can a concussion lead to dementia? Separating fact from fiction.
Mark Burns, PhD
Georgetown University
Trees of the Brain, Roots of the Mind
Giorgio Ascoli, PhD
George Mason University
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