Psychology Program Presents
Maternal Nurture Promotes Development of Cerebral Cortical Activity of Preterm Infants
Thursday, October 13, 2016
RKC 111
4:45 pm EDT/GMT-4
4:45 pm EDT/GMT-4
Michael Myers, Columbia University
Dr. Myers' research is guided by the principle that experiences of early life not only have immediate impact on biology and behavior, but also can have profound effects lasting well into infancy and beyond. Adverse and positive early life events, interacting with genetic background, shape brain development and modulate vulnerability and resilience to a wide range of mental and physical disorders.His research, originally only in animal models, is now focused on translational studies in human infants. This work is investigating the impact of early mother/infant nurturing interactions on autonomic control, electro-cortical activity, and behavior of infants and their mothers.
For more information, call 845-758-7224, or e-mail [email protected].
Time: 4:45 pm EDT/GMT-4
Location: RKC 111