Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 11/05/2026⭐ Seeking members for a small research Community Advisory Group. ⭐ Project focuses on the school experiences of care experienced neurodivergent children 254
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Two SMRC PhD researchers are looking for research participants! 🔎 Making autistic community spaces more accessible and inclusive for autistic people with higher support needs - @autgeek.bsky.social Concealing Gender Identity and Neurodivergent: The Consequences of 'Blending In' - Mark Somerville 111
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Today we are showcasing a published article by @safriedman.bsky.social, Sara McHaffie, Roan Noble and Anna Stenning. This study qualitatively explored how autistic people define and experience connection to nature, and how autistic perspectives can dismantle ableist views in ecopsychology. 155
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 14/04/2026Free public lecture: Horror, hype or hope? Exploring AI-enabled toys and educational technologies for neurotypical and neurodivergent young children 📆Thursday May 7th, 16:00 – 17:00 BST 📌@morayhouse.bsky.social and online Speaker: Prof @drjennyg.bsky.social Register: edin.ac/4sFnlYZ 034
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 30/04/2026📚 Double Book Launch 📅 Wednesday May 6th, 15:00 – 17:00 BST 📍 Edinburgh Futures Institute (EFI), @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social, (FREE, In-Person only) Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/salvesen-m... 041
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 18/03/2026Today we are showcasing an article by @cjcrompton.bsky.social, @aalcorn.bsky.social, @katiecebula.bsky.social and @suereviews.bsky.social in the journal Frontiers for Young Minds. This article accessibly explains what neurodiversity is and how neurodivergent people can experience day-to-day life. 198
Reposted by Katie CebulaDevelopmental Psychology in Education @dpie-uoe.bsky.social · 24/02/2026⭐ Fully-Funded ESRC PhD Opportunity ⭐ @katiecebula.bsky.social is recruiting for a PhD studentship: quant analysis of admin data to explore the social inequality & child/family factors which might be associated over time with neurodivergent young people’s school attendance. Deadline: 24th Marchsgsss.ac.ukNeurodivergent students’ access to education: the role of social inequalities, child and family factors. - Scottish Graduate School of Social ScienceAbout the project In Scotland 1 in 5 children are neurodivergent (e.g. autistic/with ADHD) and nearly 1 in 4 live in poverty. Many neurodivergent children and those living in poverty experience diffic... 186
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 06/03/2026Seminar 2 of the @bpsofficial.bsky.social-funded "Building Anti-Ableism Through Representation in Children’s Material Culture" series. "Books and Reading" : Disability and Neurodivergent representation in children's books. Hosted by SMRC Director @katiecebula.bsky.social and Dr Charlotte Webber. 133
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 18/02/2026We are showcasing a published paper by @cjcrompton.bsky.social et al. (2025), which explored information transfer in autistic, non-autistic, and mixed-neurotype chains in 311 individuals. This study is a replication and extension of the team's diffusion chain study in 2020. 174
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 27/01/2026Welcome to the Salvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) BlueSky account! Led by @katiecebula.bsky.social, and in productive partnership with the charity Mindroom, the SMRC creates new knowledge about neurodiversity, learning, and development. Follow us for research updates and events! 095
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 11/02/2026"Building Anti-Ableism Through Representation in Children’s Material Culture", a 3-part seminar series funded by @bpsofficial.bsky.social and hosted across @qmuniversity.bsky.social, @unistrathclyde.bsky.social,and @cam.ac.uk. Seminar 1 "Toys and Play": QMU, Feb 26 1pm - 4:30pm GMT 132
Reposted by Katie CebulaSalvesen Mindroom Research Centre (SMRC) @salvesenresearch.bsky.social · 03/02/2026We are showcasing a recently published paper by @katiecebula.bsky.social and @profsarahmcg.bsky.social, which qualitatively explored home reading practices of mothers and their children with Down syndrome. Mothers shared experiences via semi-structured interviews, children via 'book tours'. 122
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 03/02/2026Sharing a recent @salvesenresearch.bsky.social and Uni of Edinburgh Literacy Lab article on experiences of children with Down syndrome reading at home - with huge thanks to all the young people and parents who shared their experiences with us (we *loved* the book tours!) 010
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 27/01/2026The Salvesen Mindroom Research Centre at The University of Edinburgh is now on LinkedIn. If you are interested in neurodiversity research come follow our account! @suereviews.bsky.social @cjcrompton.bsky.social @safriedman.bsky.social 021
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 21/11/2025Only a few days until the 7th annual Salvesen Lecture - come join us! In-person tickets are sold out (though we can let you know if any become available) but online tickets are still available. Get one here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-2025-s... 220
Reposted by Katie CebulaKatie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 16/10/2025The Salvesen Mindroom Research Centre invite you to join us in-person or online on Monday 24th November for the 7th Annual Salvesen Lecture - 'Neurodiversity in Education and Clinical Practice: Joys, Challenges, and Future Research Directions' More info and sign up link in comments 101
Reposted by Katie CebulaBrónagh McCoy @bronaghm.bsky.social · 30/10/2025I'm looking to create an advisory group for a project on Monotropism, an attention-based theory of autism and potentially ADHD. If you or anybody you know is interested, please fill out the form below. Thank you! forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...forms.office.comMicrosoft Forms 22415
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 30/10/2025Really enjoyed this paper on autistic flow theory by @brettheasman.bsky.social , @fergus.oolong.co.uk and others... 081
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 16/10/2025The Salvesen Mindroom Research Centre invite you to join us in-person or online on Monday 24th November for the 7th Annual Salvesen Lecture - 'Neurodiversity in Education and Clinical Practice: Joys, Challenges, and Future Research Directions' More info and sign up link in comments 101
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 24/09/2025Do you work in a UK school which has a sensory room/garden? Share your experience of using these spaces in this quick online survey, to help shape resources to support the use of sensory spaces. 000
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 23/09/2025Important every day, but today feels like a particularly good day for sharing neuro-affirming educational films about autistic experiences. 283
Reposted by Katie CebulaKathy Leadbitter @kathyleadbitter.bsky.social · 15/09/2025👉Are you a post-doc? 👉 Passionate about improving care for people with learning disabilities? 👉Interested in communication? The ICALD study has 2 jobs: one based in London and one in Manchester. See links👇 Come and work with us! jobs.ac.uk/job/DOQ464/r... jobs.ac.uk/job/DOQ213/p...jobs.ac.ukResearch Associate on the ‘ICALD’ study at The University of ManchesterDiscover an exciting academic career path as a Research Associate on the ‘ICALD’ study at jobs.ac.uk. Don't miss out on this job opportunity - apply today! 066
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 04/09/2025Last wee bump for our Sibling Cafe in #Edinburgh on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm. If are a care experienced adult or a supporter of a care experienced child/adult then please come along - we have cuppas and Tunnocks for you! Sign up at: edin.ac/4cIYdcs 021
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 29/08/2025Beginning to study Developmental Psychology at school/college/university soon? Give our Developmental Psychology in Education team a follow to find out about our research! bsky.app/profile/dpie... 031
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 29/08/2025Involved in research in autism and education? This looks interesting!... 110
Reposted by Katie CebulaHenry Hepburn @henryhepburn.bsky.social · 27/08/2025What does new data reveal about the education outcomes of looked-after pupils and school leavers in Scotland? www.tes.com/magazine/new...tes.comLooked-after pupils in Scotland: what do latest figures show?While short-term indicators may raise concerns, ministers point to progress made in the education outcomes of looked-after children over a decade and a half 024
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 27/08/2025Are you: ⭐a care experienced adult (16+years) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent, adoptive parent, residential carer) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland? ⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm? [1/2] 112
Reposted by Katie CebulaFergus Murray @oolong.co.uk · 20/08/2025There's space again in my Science Group with Grove, for an Autistic teenager who's into science! If you know anyone who fits that description, maybe let them know? 194
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 18/08/2025Are you: ⭐a care experienced adult (16+yrs) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland? ⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm? Come to the Sibling Cafe at the Uni of Edinburgh to talk about how sib relationships of care experienced people could be better supported... 100
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 08/08/2025Are you: ⭐a care experienced adult (16+years) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent, residential carer) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland? ⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm? Come to the Sibling Cafe to talk about how sib relationships of care experienced people could be better supported..1/2 101
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 05/08/2025PhD student @kyleighmelville.bsky.social from @morayhouse.bsky.social is conducting research to explore school staff experiences of using sensory rooms and gardens. If you work in a UK school it would be *amazing* if you could help her out. 012
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 30/07/2025Just finished this - it's a lovely wee book -full of the joy of play! The shapes (or types) of autistic play described really got me reflecting on play I've been a part of, and captured it so well. Plus lots of ideas for supporting play. Thanks @monotropism.bsky.social - think I saw this via you! 2125
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 28/07/2025Are you: ⭐a care experienced adult (16+years) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland? ⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm? Come to the Sibling Cafe to chat about how sibling relationships could be better supported. More info & sign up: edin.ac/4cIYdcs 023
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 24/07/2025Delighted to be taking on the role of Director of the Salvesen Mindroom Research Centre. I'll be stepping into the inspiring shoes of @suereviews.bsky.social edin.ac/3UzL8df 1164
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 01/07/2025Happy first birthday to the Neurodivergent peer Support Toolkit (NEST)! If you are in a mainstream secondary school and interested in setting up a peer support group for neurodivergent young people, see the resources linked in this thread... 042
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 01/07/2025Are you: ⭐the parent of an autistic child and their neurotypical sibling (both 5 - 12 years & within 5 years of each other)? ⭐in Scotland? We are recruiting for a study looking at how parents support autistic children and their siblings to play together. More info/register interest: edin.ac/4mWJsrw 014
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 01/07/2025Do you work in a school with a sensory room or sensory garden? We would REALLY appreciate your help with this quick survey if so... Please repost to your Education networks... 033
Reposted by Katie CebulaKyleigh Melville @kyleighmelville.bsky.social · 12/06/2025📢 Still recruiting UK school staff who work with neurodivergent, SEND and ASN students and use multi-sensory environments. The survey’s designed with the support of a Lived Experience Advisory Group and there’s a prize draw to win a £50 voucher ! ⭐️ edinburgh.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... 153
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Closing on 12th June - be quick if you would like to apply for a Teacher of Autistic Children and Young People with Sensory Impairment post here at Moray House @morayhouse.bsky.social 012
Reposted by Katie CebulaKatie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 29/05/2025The Scottish Sensory Centre, is hiring a Teacher of Autistic Children and Young People with Sensory Impairment. Full-time post until March 31st 2026. May also be offered as a secondment. Be quick - closes 12th June! elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.comTeacher of Autistic Children and Young People with Sensory ImpairmentThe Scottish Sensory Centre is seeking a Teacher of Autistic Children and Young People with Sensory Impairment. This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and on a Fixed Term basis until March 31st 20... 013
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Closing on 12th June - be quick if you would like to apply for a full time teaching fellow post in Developmental Psych here at Moray House! 000
Reposted by Katie CebulaDr Nina Higson-Sweeney @nhigsonsweeney.bsky.social · 03/06/2025You have 6 DAYS LEFF to apply to BRIDGE, a 6-month peer mentoring scheme for ECRs to facilitate global collaborations in mental health research! It is free, remote, and focused in skills development, social support, and cross-cultural networking 👉🏽 mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/bridge/ 196
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 03/06/2025Are you: ⭐the parent of an autistic child and their neurotypical sibling (both 5 - 12 years & within 5 years of each other)? ⭐in Scotland? We are recruiting for a study looking at how parents support autistic children and their siblings to play together. More info/register interest: edin.ac/4mWJsrw 037
Reposted by Katie CebulaFergus Murray @oolong.co.uk · 02/06/2025I'm delivering a webinar with @scrappapertiger.bsky.social on autistic play and monotropism, for Play Included, on the 13th of June. Max's approach to play has certainly informed my own thinking about it (and vice versa!) so his book's come at an excellent time. 😁 playincluded.com/courses/regi...playincluded.comAutistic PlayWe are experts in LEGO brick based therapy. Our engaging and effective Brick-by-Brick® programme is for those working or training in the education, health or care sectors. 583
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 29/05/2025The Scottish Sensory Centre, is hiring a Teacher of Autistic Children and Young People with Sensory Impairment. Full-time post until March 31st 2026. May also be offered as a secondment. Be quick - closes 12th June! elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.comTeacher of Autistic Children and Young People with Sensory ImpairmentThe Scottish Sensory Centre is seeking a Teacher of Autistic Children and Young People with Sensory Impairment. This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and on a Fixed Term basis until March 31st 20... 013
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 29/05/2025Excited to be giving a free EPIC Think Learn webinar for parents on June 10th 7pm on supporting sibling relationships in neurodivergent children. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/epicthinklearn 010
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 29/05/2025We're hiring! One year full-time Teaching Fellow post in Developmental Psychology. Closes 12th June. Come join the super lovely Dev Psych in Education team in beautiful Edinburgh! elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.comTeaching Fellow in Developmental Psychology in EducationThe Institute for Education, Community and Society (ECS) invites applications for a Teaching Fellow with academic expertise in Developmental Psychology in Education. We welcome applications from candi... 022
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 28/05/2025Are you: ⭐a care experienced adult (16+years) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland? ⭐ free on Fri 30th May at 1pm? Come to the online Sibling Cafe to talk about how sibling relationships could be better supported. More info & sign up: edin.ac/4cIYdcs 000
Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 27/05/2025Do you: ⭐work in a UK school with a sensory room/garden AND ⭐work with pupils with additional support needs/special educational needs? If so, please complete this questionnaire for a study to help develop resources for using multi-sensory environments to best support pupils. Grateful for reposts! 012