Research Enterprise Speaker Series

• Addressing Food Insecurity: Challenges and Niagara’s Experience

  Thursday, January 30, 2025 | By Brock University

  This webinar on Tuesday, September 24 from 12 to 1 p.m. EST explored the critical issue of food insecurity and discussed innovative strategies to combat it, using Niagara as a case study.

  During this webinar, our speaker discussed the latest research on the causes and impacts of food insecurity, and introduced effective community-based initiatives that have been implemented in Niagara. These examples provided valuable insights and practical tools for addressing food insecurity in your own community.

  Much of the content of this webinar was informed by this policy brief.

  This event is part of 60 Research Talks at Brock, celebrating 60 years of impactful research at Brock University.

  You can watch a recording of this webinar below.

  SPEAKER

  Dr. Joanne Heritz – Adjunct Professor, Political Science

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• Unlocking the Aging Mind: How Attention Shapes Memory Across the Lifespan

  Thursday, January 30, 2025 | By Brock University

  This free webinar on April 30, 2024 discussed various research findings, shedding light on different details of memory as we age, and providing insights and tips into practical strategies to enhance memory and maintain cognitive health throughout your life.

  You can watch a recording of this webinar below.

  Please note that this webinar does not recommend any specific resource and/or treatment options, nor is it intended to provide individual advice. Individuals should consult with their healthcare team/treatment provider for all healthcare recommendations and decisions.

  SPEAKER

  Dr. Karen Campbell – Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Canada Research Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience of Aging

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• Elevating Youth Voices: Facilitating Access to Mental Health Resources in Schools

  Tuesday, June 04, 2024 | By Brock University

  This webinar on June 4, 2024 introduced a new suite of resources designed to equip schools with the tools they need to effectively help students access mental health support.

  During this webinar, our speakers discussed research on access to and barriers of mental health support, and then introduced three new resources for schools to use to elevate youth voices and foster a culture of mental health support among students and their families.

  You can watch a recording of this webinar below

  Please note that this webinar does not recommend any specific resource and/or treatment options, nor is it intended to provide individual advice. Individuals should consult with their healthcare team/treatment provider for all healthcare recommendations and decisions.

  SPEAKERS

  Dr. Karen Patte, Associate Professor, Health Sciences Canada Research Chair in Child Health Equity and Inclusion, Brock University

  Dr. Negin Riazi, Health Promotion Specialist – Knowledge Translation and Exchange, University of British Columbia

  Salony Sharma

  Jessica Goddard, PhD Student Investigating Child and Youth Mental Health

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  Categories: Research Enterprise Speaker Series