Applied Neuroscience Association (ANA) Unconference

Applied Neuroscience Association (ANA) Unconference

Join ANA Virtual 2024 Unconference! Immerse yourself in 8 dynamic sessions, each exploring a unique topic on Applied Neuroscience in Society

Date and time

Tuesday, September 24 · 1:30 - 8am PDT

Location

Online

Refund Policy

No Refunds

Agenda

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Opening Note

Mystery Keynote!

Welcome to ANA's annual virtual 2024 Unconference! Our mystery keynote speaker will delve into the captivating theme of 'Applied Neuroscience in Society.' This Unconference promises an unparalleled e...

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Parenting for a Healthy Brain: The Fun Guide

Nicola Jane Gregory

Let's look at the child's brain as a sophisticated machine requiring premium fuel. I present an engaging and practical approach to fostering healthy brain development in your children as well as to m...

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Neuroaesthetics and Mental Health: The Intersection of Art and Neuroscience

Margaux Mustos

This talk will explore the powerful intersection of neuroscience and the arts, focusing on how artistic expression can illuminate mental health issues. We will delve into neuroaesthetics, the power o...

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Shaping the Future of Corporate Wellness and Leadership by NeuraWorks

India Staunton

Join ANA and NeuraWorks for an enlightening session where we delve into the cutting-edge intersection of neuroscience and business excellence. This session will explore how the latest advancements in...

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Procrastination: A Catalyst for Stress, Anxiety, and Burnout

Gwen Bach

This talk will explore how procrastination can act as a significant catalyst for stress, anxiety, and ultimately burnout. We will examine the neuroscience behind procrastination, understanding how it...

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Heal with Virtual Reality (VR)

Sandhya Datla

'How can VR ( Virtual Reality ) help Domestic violence survivors come out of isolation and socialise safely?'. Most victims avoid friends, relatives and any new acquaintances due to trust issues. The...

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Leveraging Psychoneuroimmunology for Employee Satisfaction and Profit Growth

Heema Shah

Join me as I delve into "Executive Strategy: Leveraging Psychoneuroimmunology for Long-Term Employee Satisfaction and Profit Growth." Discover how the intricate interplay between the mind (Psycho), n...

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

Neuroscience and the Criminal Mind: Myth or Reality?

Alison Pittaway

This session explores the intersection of neuroscience and criminal behaviour. We will delve into the latest research on brain structure and function differences in individuals who exhibit criminal t...

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

Exploring Mental Wellness: Safety, Cognition & Consciousness

Louise Spurgeon

'Mental Wellness: Exploring a sense of safety, memory, interoception, proprioception, exteroception, cognition & consciousness'. Louise Spurgeon combines her lived personal and professional experienc...

3:15 PM - 3:30 PM

Closing Note

Treesje Verlinden

Join ANA's Co-founder for the final gathering to formally close the Unconference. She'll summarise the key themes and share three valuable gems of learning to takeaway from our sessions.

About this event

ANA's Virtual Unconference - JOIN US for just 1 session or attend all 8 sessions!

We are delighted to invite you to our participant-driven forum where ANA Members will lead topics around a central theme of Applied Neuroscience in Society!

There will be 4 sessions in the morning and 4 sessions in the afternoon running in parallel.

You can choose from 2 sessions in the morning and 2 sessions in the afternoon if you spend the whole day with us, or dip in and out joining one or two sessions as your busy schedule will allow.

The idea is to explore, question and discover new learnings. This Unconference is a powerful tool for effective learning, connecting, and networking.

Each session will be led by an ANA Member who is an expert or early career in the chosen topic area. See the Agenda below to gain insights into the fascinating topics where the session leads will be inviting the audience to take part and bring their ideas and thinking.

o This event is open to ALL ANA Members AND Non-Members!

o We encourage our members to bring a 'plus one' to help grow our ANA Community!

o We welcome anyone who is just curious about their brain - no prior science knowledge is required!

ALL DONATIONS from this Event will be invested into ANA to support our mission of applying neuroscience for social impact.


Meet some of our ANA Members 👇


Frequently asked questions

Can I attend specific sessions if I can't make it for the entire Unconference?

YES! The Programme is designed to enable participants to drop in to a single session or spend the whole day. It's up to you.

Where is the Unconference taking place?

This is a virtual event so anyone anywhere in the world can join us, so tell your friends (subject to time differences)!

Will the sessions be recorded for later viewing?

YES! We aim to record the sessions and distribute via the ANA Website so watch that space if you cannot make it.

Will there be opportunities to interact with the Session Leads?

YES! The whole idea of an Unconference is for the ANA Members leading the sessions to lead the opening and facilitate the audience interaction. This event is all about hearing your voice!

Are there dedicated networking sessions or events?

YES! There will be virtual Networking Spaces set up during the lunch break.

Will there be opportunities for one-on-one discussions with the session experts?

YES! Either during the 15-minute breaks between sessions or during the lunch break in the Networking breakout spaces. Session leads will also provide their contact information.

Will presentation slides or materials be available after the Unconference?

This will be up to the individual Session Leads. You can ask on the day!

How can I stay informed about future events or related initiatives?

YES! Eventbrite allows us to contact you once following the event for feedback and we will ask if you would like to be kept informed of future events.

Is there a platform for ongoing discussions post-event?

YES! If we have enough participants interested in setting up a group discussion on any of the topics post event, we would be very happy to organise this.

What is the payment process?

This event is FREE, but we ask for DONATIONS as a non-profit to reinvest into ANA to support our mission of 'applying neuroscience for social impact'!

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