Author: Laura

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis wanted to see how “prenatal social disadvantage,” a newborn’s brain volumes and parenting factor into cognitive and language abilities. Prenatal social disadvantage refers to not having the resources to meet a family’s basic needs. … Researcher Deanna Barch describes “social disadvantage” as a spectrum of how much a […]

Led by Todd Braver, a professor of psychological and brain sciences in Arts & Sciences, and ShiNung Ching, an associate professor in the Preston M. Green Department of Electrical & Systems Engineering in the McKelvey School of Engineering, the work introduces a novel framework that will allow the researchers to create individualized brain models based on detailed […]

“….Todd Braver, professor in the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences, the research introduces a framework that uses noninvasive, high-temporal resolution brain scans to construct individualized models of brain activity. These models provide detailed insights into the neural mechanics behind cognition and behavior, advancing fundamental neuroscience and treating neurological disorders.” https://www.techexplorist.com/researchers-mapped-individual-brain-dynamics/96205/  

“Led by Todd Braver, a professor of psychological and brain sciences in Arts & Sciences, and ShiNung Ching, an associate professor in the Preston M. Green Department of Electrical & Systems Engineering in the McKelvey School of Engineering, the work introduces a novel framework that will allow the researchers to create individualized brain models based on […]

“The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) awarded her the 2024 Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat International Prize in Mental Health for her seminal contributions to advancing our understanding of the developmental psychopathology and treatment of mental health disorders. She received the award at the group’s annual meeting Oct. 20 in Washington, D.C.” “The Brain & Behavior […]

Congratulations, Deanna! “The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) awarded her the 2024 Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat International Prize in Mental Health for her seminal contributions to advancing our understanding of the developmental psychopathology and treatment of mental health disorders. The award was presented at the group’s annual meeting in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 20. The […]

“[Todd] Braver notes that older Latinx adults are a vulnerable and understudied population, which might mean there is potential to put in place even more “protective factors” by teaching this group mindfulness practices. “We don’t know whether mindfulness can do that,” Braver cautioned, “but we want to test that possibility.”

Way to go! We are looking forward to seeing the outcomes of this research proposal. The project — “A computational cognitive neuroscience framework for attentional control traits and states (CCN-FACTS)” — is expected to span five years. Congratulations, Todd! http//source.wustl.edu/2023/09/braver-awarded-muri-grant-for-attention-control-strategies-research/

Mindfulness Science and Practice– a collaboration with the Incubator for Transdisciplinary Futures welcomed Dr. Doris Chang, Associate Professor in the NYU Silver School of Social Work, for a talk entitled “Building Bridges not Walls: Applying Lessons from Contemplative Science to Enhance Equity and Inclusion in the Classroom, Clinic, and Beyond.” A recording of the talk is available here: […]

Research in Braver and Ching labs could boost thinking, focus. https://artsci.wustl.edu/ampersand/research-braver-and-ching-labs-could-boost-thinking-focus

    Congratulations to Nick and Linda Bloom. Their daughter, Lily Winter Bloom was born at 8:10 a.m. on Jan. 22 weighing in at 7 lbs. 5 ozs. Best wishes to all the Blooms!