Science Public Lecture Summer Scientist Week
Brains, Games and Big Discoveries: Celebrating 20 Years of Summer Scientist Week
For two decades, Summer Scientist Week has welcomed thousands of children and families to the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ to take part in real psychological research through fun, hands-on games and activities. What began as a small outreach event has grown into a unique partnership between researchers and families, generating valuable insights into learning, memory, social development, maths, attention and many other aspects of child development.
In this special anniversary lecture, we will look back at 20 years of discoveries, share some of the most interesting findings from studies conducted during Summer Scientist Week, and explore what children's participation has taught us about how young minds grow and learn. We will also celebrate the families, volunteers and researchers who have made the event such a success, and consider how early experiences of hands-on discovery can inspire the next generation of scientists. Join us for a fascinating journey through twenty summers of curiosity, play and discovery.
Registration is required for this event:
This lecture is part of our monthly Science Public Lecture series, and everyone is welcome to join.
Location
B1 Physics Building, University Park Campus
Date
Thursday 17 September, 6-7pm
Speaker and topic details
Lucy Cragg: Inspiring generations of (summer) scientists
Lucy is a Professor of Developmental Psychology and has research interests in the development of attention and memory and how these skills support learning in the classroom. She has been leading Summer Scientist Week since 2009.
Luke Holden: How children navigate the world
Luke is an Assistant Professor in the School of Psychology. He collected data at Summer Scientist Week for his PhD research into how individuals navigate and reorient themselves within their environment, and how these skills develop, and has been an integral member of the Summer Scientist team ever since.
Danielle Ropar: Changing perceptions of neurodiversity
Danielle Ropar is a Professor of Developmental Psychology and applies her research on sensory, social, and attentional processes to improve real-world outcomes for neurodivergent individuals. She has been a key member of the Summer Scientist team for many years.