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What you believe changes what you see

This video explains how brains perceive the world - and why our minds might sometimes play tricks on us.
A representation of a brain on a stand, with many linking pathways that look electrical. A purplish hue hangs over the image.

Study shows robots learn better by mimicking early learning experiences of infants

The research opens new avenues for understanding how early experiences shape cognitive and motor development, with potential implications for both robotics and AI.

Three women sit at a table with colourful counters on top of it. The women smile at the camera.

Becoming a parent or remaining childfree? New research at Birkbeck investigates how people decide

The survey launched at London Science Museum’s ‘Love Lates’ event.

photo of a child colouring

Early drawing and building skills linked to enhanced education and behaviour in children

The study involved over 9,000 pre-school children who were assessed at ages 2, 3 and 4, and also had their behaviour across childhood and adolescence and GCSE results recorded.

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Birkbeck researchers develop model for early detection of dementia

The study, conducted by researchers in Birkbeck’s School of Psychological Sciences, reveals new avenues for early dementia detection.

Researchers call for changes to how autism research is conducted

A new report outlines recommendations for building bridges between the autistic community and the research community.

Professor Sally Wheeler, OBE

Birkbeck announces Professor Sally Wheeler as its new Vice-Chancellor

Former Birkbeck academic returns as Vice-Chancellor.
Professor Carolyn Moores

Five Birkbeck academics secure research awards worth £4.2million

Grants have been made by the Arts and Humanities Research Council, the Medical Research Council and the Wellcome Trust.

Humans underestimate the weight of their hands by nearly 50%

New research sheds light on how we perceive our weight.

In the foreground a toddler wears an electronic headset and smiles, while in the background a woman, Professor Emily Jones, smiles at them.

Medical Research Council appoints Birkbeck academic to lead major research project about ADHD

The research will aim to understand early development in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

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