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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Super excited to share another podcast episode from @baycrestfoundation.bsky.social Defy Dementia podcast! In this episode explore dance as a form of physical activity, social connection and cognitive engagement. Tune in at defydementia.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

We're enthusiastic to share a new episode from @baycrest.bsky.social's Defy Dementia podcast: When Blood Meets Brain Explore vascular dementia and how blood vessel damage can increase dementia risk. Tune in at defydementia.org or where you get your podcasts!

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

The Brain Lab is currently seeking a Lab Coordinator! 📣 Apply by July 5th. Learn more: brainlab.uvic.ca/wp-content/u...

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Are you an unpaid caregiver for someone living with dementia in Canada? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at resilientcarestudy@uvic.ca or scan the QR code in the poster to to set up a 5-10 minute screening phone call. #caregivers #resilience #dementiaresearch #clinicalpsychology

Graphic is a purple poster with some detailing. Detailing includes squiggly white lines, hearts, and two hands with a heart.

Text reads: "Are you an unpaid caregiver for someone living with dementia in Canada?
Researchers at the University of Victoria would love to hear from you!
You can help by taking part in an online study about caregiver resilience — the ability to adapt, grow and do well even when facing tough situations.

We hope the results of this study will help create better supports and services for caregivers.

The study includes 2 parts:
1) online survey (~45-60 minutes)
3) optional online cognitive tasks (similar to brain games; ~30 mins)

Study Payment:
-$15 gift card of your choosing for completing the survey
OR
-$25 gift card of your choosing AND raffle entry for prizes up to $500 for completing the survey and cognitive tasks
Interested? Contact us at resilientcarestudy@uvic.ca or scan the QR code in the poster to to set up a 5-10 minute screening phone call. "

Also includes a QR code leading to the study website

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

More photos of our fantastic Making Waves presenters!#psychologyresearch #undergraduateresearch #canadianresearch

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

We're enthusiastic to share that many of our lab members presented at Making Waves, UVic's undergraduate Psychology conference! Congratulations to everyone who presented, and thank you for representing the BRAIN Lab at Making Waves!! #psychologyresearch #undergraduateresearch #canadianresearch

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

We're pleased to share that Dr. Paterson won the 2025 Catalyst Grant for her project entitled "Modelling the Impacts of Life Course Enrichment and Depletion Factors on Cognitive Aging and Brain Health Trajectories using Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging Data". #agingresearch #clsa #cognitiveaging

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

We invite you to check out the most recent episode of Baycrest's Defy Dementia podcast: Dementia 101! This episode breaks down the “basics” of dementia, and discusses experiences of supporting a loved one. Tune in at defydementia.org, or anywhere you get your podcasts!

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Baycrest's latest Defy Dementia podcast episode, "Getting Out from Under Depression" is now live! In this special episode, they discuss the relationship between depression and dementia. Tune in at DefyDementia.org or wherever you get your podcasts.

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

We' re excited to share that Dr. Paterson will be part of an exciting webinar with Baycrest's Defy Dementia podcast!🐶 This will be held TOMORROW, January 12th, from 3-4:30 PM EST. They’ll explore how pets may support dementia risk-reduction factors. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/.../register...

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Today is the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. We honour those impacted by the legacy of residential schools and reflect on how the actions of Canada’s government and churches continue to affect Indigenous communities today. For more resources, visit: www.uvic.ca/event/orange...

Image of a cartoon orange shirt, with the writing "National Day for Truth & Reconciliation"

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! You are not alone, and there are always resources to support you. Here is a link to mental health resources on our website: brainlab.uvic.ca/resources/. #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealth #Health #ClinicalPsychology

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Psychology researchers at UVic need your help to understand the impact of chronic pain on health outcomes! You will receive a gift card for your participation. Please visit brainlab.uvic.ca/recruiting-r... for more info!

Recruitment poster for study called Pain, Cannabis, and Aging. Caption: Participate in a study looking at the effects of cannabis use on physical, mental, and brain helth in adults with chronic pain!

Are you eligible?
-Adults aged 45 and older
-Chronic pain (>3 months)
-Living in Canada
-Either: Do NOT use cannabis OR Use cannabis regularly

What will I be asked to do?
1. Online survey (~60 minutes)
2. Online brain activities (~30 minutes)
3. You will receive a $20 gift card for your participation

Interested in participating?
1. Check out our website: brainlab.uvic.ca
2.Send us an email: pain_cannabis_study@uvic.ca

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

Congratulations to our lab members Leah Derry, Taleesha Hall, Jasmeen Khella, and Ian Petula for presenting their research at Making Waves, Uvic Psi Chi’s Undergraduate Research Conference in Psychology! You’ve all done a tremendous job. Thank you for representing the BRAIN Lab!

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

In honour of Kidney Health Month we want to share insights into The Kidney Research Scientist Core Education and National Training (KRESCENT), a program dedicated to enhancing kidney research capacity in Canada. KRESCENT awardees were interviewed to share their experiences with the program.

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

We're currently recruiting for a study! We want to better understand the social well-being and emotional health of neurodiverse university students and how they perceive peer support. If you would like to learn more about this study, scan the QR code in the post or email brain@uvic.ca!

Participants needed.

Are you a student at Uvic who has a neurodevelopmental disorder? Please consider participating.

We want to better understand the social well-being and emotional health of neurodiverse university students and how they perceive peer support.

Participation in the study would mean completing a 10-15 minute online survey with a subset of participants being invited to complete a follow-up interview.

Participants will receive entries into a raffle draw for participation! If you would like to learn more about this study, scan the QR code in the post or email brain@uvic.ca!

Conducted by: Dr. Theone Paterson, Associate Professor at UVIC. Jasmeen Khella is a psychology honour's undergraduate student completing this study under the supervision of Dr. Paterson.

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

The BRAIN Lab & Rush Slow Lab at the University of Victoria invite applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) position in the Department of Psychology! Check out the full job posting: brainlab.uvic.ca/careers/ #Postdoc #Psychology #Neuropsychology #ResearchJobs #UVic #Hiring

Post is a "Call for Applicants" for a Post-Doctoral Fellowship (Psychology) by the BRAIN Lab and Rush Slow Lab at Uvic.

Bullet points under the "Job Description":
-Conduct research supporting BRAIN & Rush Slow Labs initiatives.
-Apply for grants & secure funding.
-Collaborate w/ faculty, staff, students, & other stakeholders.
-Publish & present research findings.
-Contribute to academic community through teaching, mentoring, and/or outreach activities.
-Prepare reports & documentation as required.

Bullet points under the "Requirements for this role":
-PhD in health or cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, or a related field (by start date).
-Research experience: cognitive aging & decline, neurological disorders, and/or mobile health.
-Strong statistical skills: longitudinal data analysis, familiarity with R, and/or other relevant software.
-Collaborative skills: works well with a diverse group of community members, staff, faculty, & technicians.

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UVic BRAIN Lab @uvicbrainlab.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Hello BlueSky, allow us to introduce ourselves! As part of the Psychology department at the University of Victoria, the BRAIN lab seeks to explore the nuances of human nature that arise with aging and changes in health. Here are some of the topics we study!

A graphic detailing "What We Study": Aging and illness, Neuropsychological symptoms of illness, mHealth technology, Vaccine hesitancy, Cognitive decline, Psychosocial effects of illness, Mental health, Health promotion

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