Brain Awareness Week
Brain Awareness Week
Brain Awareness Week
The Brain Awareness Week (11-17 March 2024) is an international initiative to educate the public about the brain, neurological diseases and the importance of brain health to raise awareness of the importance of brain research. The Science Communication of the Department of Psychology (SCoP) is participating for the first time this year.
We would like to thank the PFL, the Schlaues Haus, the Buddel Jungs, the Research Training Group Neuromodulation and the Department for Research and Technology Transfer for their support.
All events will be held in German. Admission is free.
7 March at 18:00 - 19:30 - Migraine in focus
PFL, Peterstraße 3, 26121 Oldenburg, Seminarraum 2
The MigräneLiga e.V. will provide information on the recognition and treatment of migraine (PD Dr. Oliver Summ, Evangelische Krankenhaus) and self-help services (Lucia Baumann, MigräneLiga e.V.). In addition, a current study on cognition in migraine (Cordula von Linden, University of Oldenburg) will be presented. If you are interested in participating, you can find more information here: Study participation [pdf]. Afterwards, participants can ask questions. Event flyer [pdf].
This event is organised by the Migräne Liga e.V. and will take place before the start of Brain Awareness Week.
12 March at 18:30 - 21:30 - Dementia film evening
Schlaues Haus, Schloßplatz 16, 26122 Oldenburg
Join us to watch the film "Still Alice" and take part in a discussion with researchers from the Department of Psychology and the University Medicine Oldenburg.
"Still Alice" is a film drama that was released in 2014. The film focuses on the challenges of dealing with an Alzheimer's diagnosis and the resulting changes in life. Julianne Moore plays a linguistics professor who is confronted with an Alzheimer's diagnosis. She was honoured with an Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her impressive performance.
13 March at 19:30 - 21:30 - Brewing Minds: brains and drinks
Buddel Jungs Bar, Friedenspl. 2, 26122 Oldenburg
An unconventional pub evening awaits you: let scientists explain their research in a convivial atmosphere, enjoy a drink and take part in stimulating discussions! Learn more about the diverse research areas of the Department of Psychology at the University of Oldenburg, from autonomous vehicles that make mistakes (Maren Bertheau) to tinnitus (Dr Stephanie Rosemann) and healthy ageing (Prof Dr Mandy Roheger).