Shining a Light into the Brain’s Basement
2023 Fallona Family Interdisciplinary Science Award winner Jörn Diedrichsen presents his keynote address: Shining a Light into the Brain’s Basement: Using an Interdisciplinary Approach to Understand the Structure and Function of the Human Cerebellum
In the back of our brains resides a structure called the “little brain” – the cerebellum. Most textbooks still tell us that the main function of the cerebellum is motor control – however, research in evolutionary biology, neurology, and neuroimaging over the last 30 years has shown that the cerebellum is important for many cognitive and social functions. Furthermore, the cerebellum likely plays an essential role in brain development – and there is good evidence that cerebellar dysfunction is an important factor in disorders such as autism, dyslexia and schizophrenia. In his keynote address, Diedrichsen will highlight new fascinating findings that illustrate the important role of this long-neglected brain structure.
This video includes an informative and engaging Q&A session as well!