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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Introducing | Dr Xenia Dolja-Gore Our featured member is a Senior Lecturer (Biostatistics) at the University of Newcastle. To learn more about Xenia, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Introducing | Dr Laura Roche Our featured member is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education, Program Lead of the Master of Childhood Disability and Inclusion, University of Newcastle. To learn more about Laura, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Introducing | Dr Kirsty Murray Our featured member is the National Imaging Facility’s Data Infrastructure Specialist for the Newcastle Node. To learn more about Kirsty, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brai...

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Introducing | Dr. Jayanthi (Jay) Raman Our featured member is Director- Founder Three Squares Research Lab; Senior Lecturer, School of Psychological Sciences, University of Newcastle. To learn more about Jay, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Introducing | Dr Joanne Steel Our featured member is a Lecturer in Speech Pathology, University of Newcastle; Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and Researcher To learn more about Joanne, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Introducing | Dr Alexander Bateman Our featured member of the month is a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering in the School of Engineering at the University of Newcastle. To learn more about Alexander, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Introducing | Dr Mattsen Yeark Our featured member of the month is a Senior Research Officer, School of Science at the University of Newcastle. To learn more about Mattsen, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Introducing | Dr Kirsten Coupland Our featured member is a Senior Lecturer in Physiology at the University of Newcastle, and a research-focused academic. To learn more about Kirsten, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Introducing | Professor Frini Karayanidis Our featured member is a Professor of Psychology & Senior Researcher. To learn more about Frini, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

In alignment with #NRW2026, the Brain Health Research Program supports initiatives that help strengthen pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in research. For more information visit www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

We asked program member Dr Jennifer Rumbel, Indigenous Imaging Fellow, to share her insights on this year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, “All In”, and what reconciliation means in her work and community. Full story www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program #NRW2026 #AllIn

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Program member Dr Lizzie Manning presented Studying Neural Systems in vivo at The Australasian Course in Advanced Neuroscience (ACAN) on Wednesday 27 May in THEME 3 | SYSTEMS to BEHAVIOUR: LEARNING AND NEUROMODULATION (I). Read more here www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Congratulations to program members Dr Changyan He and Professor Zhiyong Chen on their ARC Linkage grant success. Enabling safer, smarter robotics in complex environments - Full story www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

#NRW is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures & achievements & to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. The #NRW2026 theme is All In, a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day.

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

The CHMW, Internal Grants Awards Ceremony was held on May 21 at Callaghan Campus, UoN. It was wonderful to see such strong program representation, with multiple members successfully receiving internal grant awards. For the full story head to www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

The theme for National Sorry Day 2026 is From Sorry to Action. The call is clear, we must move from words to action, & this needs to happen now, not in another decade. Acknowledging past harm is important, but acting to address it is critical. Sorry signals compassion; action delivers justice.

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Congratulations to program student member Jacob Morrison on his PhD confirmation presentation, entitled: "Re-exposure Effects of Naturalistic Stimuli on Memory & Functional Dynamics." Well done, Jacob, on reaching this significant milestone! Source: UoN School of Psychological Sciences (Facebook)

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Congratulations to program member Professor Belinda Liddell on her ARC Linkage grant success! This exciting collaboration will explore how low‑intensity mental health & wellbeing interventions can be embedded within settlement services to improve outcomes for refugees in Australia. rms.arc.gov.au

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Congratulations to program member Dr Sharon Savage for recently being awarded a Dementia Australia Research Foundation Translation Grant in Dementia Care. For the full story head to our LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Introducing | Christian Behler Our featured member of the month is a Physicist & PhD Student. To learn more about Christian, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

The 2026 SOBP Annual Meeting was held April 30th – May 2nd, in New York City, New York. Program member Dr Lizzie Manning received a travel award from SOBP to attend the meeting. For the full story head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Today we remember the courage, service, & sacrifice of Australian & New Zealand Defence personnel — past and present. As a brain health research community, we reflect on the importance of supporting lifelong health, recovery, & wellbeing, and honour the enduring legacy of service. Lest we forget.

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Introducing | Dr Dawn Simpson Our featured member of the month is a Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy at the University of Newcastle. To learn more about Dawn, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

On Friday 27 March, day #2 of the Honours Project Proposal Presentations at Haggarty Space @hmriaustralia program student member Gabrielle Martin presented her project "Analysis of the Extent and Function of the Intrinsic Spinal Cord Projection Neuron Collateral System."

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

This morning, program student members Sarah Keil, Talara Bosworth, Brendan Ashbourne and Carina Dempster delivered their Honours Project Proposal Presentations at Haggarty Space, HMRI. Attendees came along to support these wonderful early career researchers.

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

From 16–22 March, we’re celebrating Brain Awareness Week—a global event dedicated to highlighting the incredible science of the brain and the importance of brain health. Dr Madeleine Hinwood Senior Epidemiologist & Biostatistician, HMRI Conjoint Lecturer, School of Medicine & Public Health, UoN.

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

From 16–22 March, we’re celebrating Brain Awareness Week—a global event dedicated to highlighting the incredible science of the brain and the importance of brain health. Dr Daniel Beard Senior Lecturer, University of Newcastle Group Leader, Neurovascular Research Laboratory #BrainAwarenessWeek

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

From 16–22 March, we’re celebrating Brain Awareness Week—a global event dedicated to highlighting the incredible science of the brain and the importance of brain health. Professor Frini Karayanidis Professor in the School of Science, University of Newcastle. #BrainWeek

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

From 16–22 March, we’re celebrating Brain Awareness Week—a global event dedicated to highlighting the incredible science of the brain and the importance of brain health. Dr Sharon Savage Registered Clinical Neuropsychologist & Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychological Sciences at the UoN.

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Ahead of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, program student member Katrina Fordham introduced us to Marissa Sewter, a Bachelor of Science (Biology) student at the University of Newcastle. We’re grateful to share Marissa’s insights as part of our recognition of Neurodiversity Celebration Week.

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Introducing | Professor Coralie English Our featured member of the month is Associate Dean Research and Innovation (CHMW, University of Newcastle) and Co-Director of the HMRI Brain Health Research Program. To learn more about Coralie, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brai...

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

#WorldEngineeringDay March 4, aims to raise awareness of the role of engineering in modern life & to highlight the contribution of #engineers in shaping a better, more sustainable world. Dr Changyan He's research is centred on the area of medical robotics. www.newcastle.edu.au/profile/chan...

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Program member Dr Anna Behler will be presenting at the Noosa Workshop on Brain Functional Organization, Connectivity, & Behavior on Wednesday 25th February. Dr Behler is giving a flash talk on "Metastable coupling between cerebrospinal fluid flow and global brain activity in older adults".

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Research Update - Associate Professor Doug Smith

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Save the Date! Brain Awareness Week is March 16-22. Join us to celebrate the wonders of the brain and support global brain health awareness. For information on #BrainWeek, visit dana.org/brain-awareness-week. @brainawarenessweek. 🧠 🎉

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Introducing | Felicity Simpson Our featured member of the month is a Research Associate with the Systems Neuroscience Group. To learn more about Felicity, head to our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-health-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

11 February, International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The HMRI Brain Health Research Program is proud to showcase and celebrate some of our incredible existing and new program members—highlighting the amazing women in STEM across our program.

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Student member, Aidan Price recently attended the Basal Ganglia Gordon Research Conference.. His talk was "Functional Dissection of a Novel Pathway Through Which Stress Impacts the Basal Ganglia: Hypothalamic Corticotrophin Releasing Hormone Neuron Projections to the Globus Pallidus Externa"

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

During Tinnitus Awareness Week, we recognise the impact tinnitus can have on wellbeing, productivity, and quality of life. Creating supportive environments—through flexibility, understanding, and access to resources—helps people living with tinnitus feel seen and supported. #TinnitusAwarenessWeek

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

The Brain Neuromodulation Research Program team would like to wish everyone a happy and safe festive season! We look forward to all that 2026 will bring!

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Building on last year’s success, program members Prof Michael Breakspear & Prof Zhiyong Chen have once again earned a place in the 2025 Stanford University/Elsevier World’s Top 2% Scientists list. For the full story head to www.linkedin.com/in/hmri-brain-neuromodulation-research-program

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HMRI Brain Health Research Program @newybrains.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

At the 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month we pause to remember and honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who fought for our freedom. #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay

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