NeuroFest

Ask a Neuroscientist: Learning and Memory

Ever wondered where memories are stored, or why it’s easier for kids to learn a second language? Ask our panel your neuroscience questions! The following faculty will serve as our panelists and/or rotate between one or both days:

March 12:
Andrew Yonelinas, Ph.D.
Charan Ranganath, Ph.D.
Simona Ghetti, Ph.D.
Diasynou Fioravante, Ph.D.
Petr Janata, Ph.D.

March 13:
Brian Wiltgen, Ph.D.
Gene Gurkoff, Ph.D.
Randy O’Reilly, Ph.D.

Neurons Under a Microscope (kids encouraged)

Explore the fine structure of nervous tissue and marvel at glowing neurons under a fluorescence microscope.

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A Day in the Life of a Neuroscience Graduate Student

Considering a career in biomedical research or know someone who is? Visit our interactive booth and talk to current neuroscience graduate students about their experiences.

Brain Myths Debunked (kids encouraged)

Do we really use 10% of our brains? Can certain foods make us smarter? Find out the answers!

Relaxation Station

Learn about tips for stress relief and self-care, and how they improve quality of life. Join us for guided meditation every 30 minutes and share your own tips for stress-relief.

The Mind Readers: Book Corner (kids encouraged)

Reading corner with UC Davis Professor Theanne Griffith, author of The Magnificent Makers, a series of kid-friendly fictional science novels. Drop in on March 12, 5-5:30 PM and March 13, 1-1:30 PM for reading and activities with Dr. Griffith or at any time during our Interactive Booths with neuroscientist Rebecca De Frates.