Interpreting memory: Research and Innovation Week 2024

First, we explore memory – what it is it and how are memories stored? Dr Matt Kenna will give an overview on the science of memory and present some of the ways QBI researchers are challenging the more prominent theories around this curious enigma of the mind.

Discover how our researchers use new technology to study memory, with a live demo from PhD student, Mr Richard Ronayne from the Mattingley lab, using virtual reality to test memory.

Next, let’s consider how memory goes wrong. Professor Gail Robinson will share how diseases like dementia and stroke impact memory and how you know if something is going wrong.

After a short break for morning tea, we return to answer the question, can we improve memory? Dr Tara Walker presents the case for exercise and selenium.

We conclude with a Q&A panel featuring our researchers.