Workshops
Reverse-engineering the locomotion of a stem amniote – insights from a multidisciplinary approach
John Nyakatura, PhD, Comparative Zoology, Institute for Biology, Humboldt University, Germany
The NEOMED Anatomy and Neurobiology Seminar Series meets on Thursdays at 4:00pm-5:00pm.
For link or other information, please call 330-325-6293.
The mission of the Brain Health Research Institute is to foster and support collaborative research leading to innovative discoveries about the brain that ultimately improve the health of our communities and beyond.
Fashion Focus Talk Live on Zoom
Exclusive event for Museum Members
Ever wonder how the KSU Museum collection began or where all the exquisite garments are kept when not on view? Join KSU Museum Director Sarah J. Rogers for a peek inside one of the permanent collection vaults. You’ll see how a part of the collection is stored, hear a bit of history and see some great 20th century garments.
You can also support the museum by making a gift online. Your gift directly supports the programs, exhibitions and student assistants at the museum.
If you are not yet a member click here to join!
The College of Arts & Sciences is hosting a photo contest to celebrate our first-generation students during the I AM FIRST Celebration Week!
From November 9-13, students are encouraged to take a photo demonstrating their school spirit/pride. To enter the contest, post your picture to Instagram, follow and tag @kentstatecas, and use the hashtag #iamfirstgen. All participating students will be entered to win a $50 book scholarship!
Additionally, any first-generation Arts & Sciences student is welcome to stop by 105 Bowman Hall during the celebration week between 9:00 am – 4:00 pm to receive a free “Star” trophy to commemorate the occasion.
Rules and guidelines to participate in the photo contest are as follows:
- You must be a first-generation student in the College of Arts & Sciences to participate.
- Your Instagram account must be public in order for us to see your entry
- You must tag and follow @kentstatecas and use the hashtag #iamfirstgen to be entered in the book scholarship drawing.
- Winner will be chosen at random.
- University colors are encouraged but not required.
- Students are welcome to use one of the backgrounds available here, but this is not required.
- Photos illustrating profanity, inappropriate gestures/signs, alcohol use, or illegal substances will not be entered.
- Submissions can be entered between Monday, November 9 at 8:00 am until Friday, November 13 at 5:00 pm.
- By entering in the contest, you grant Kent State the right to use the photo for future marketing purposes.
- This contest is not sponsored by or associated with Instagram.
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Defects in myelination are a common pathophysiology in autism spectrum disorder
Brady Maher, PhD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Johns Hopkins University
The mission of the Brain Health Research Institute is to foster and support collaborative research leading to innovative discoveries about the brain that ultimately improve the health of our communities and beyond.
Translational Neuroelectronics
Dion Khodagholy, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, Columbia University
Abstract: As our understanding of the brain’s physiology and pathology progresses, increasingly sophisticated technologies are required to advance discoveries in neuroscience and develop more effective approaches to treating brain disease. There is a tremendous need for advanced materials solutions at the biotic/abiotic interface to improve the spatiotemporal resolution of neuronal recording and stimulation. Organic electronic devices offer a unique approach to these challenges, due to their mixed ionic/electronic conduction, mechanical flexibility, enhanced biocompatibility, and capability for drug delivery. We designed, developed, and characterized conformable organic electronic devices in the form of electrodes, ion gated transistors, conformable batteries and ionic communication units to efficiently interface with the brain and acquire neurophysiological activity not previously accessible with recordings from the brain surface. These devices have facilitated large-scale rodent neurophysiology experiments and uncovered a novel oscillatory interaction. The biocompatibility of the devices allowed intra-operative recording from patients undergoing epilepsy and deep brain stimulation surgeries, highlighting the translational capacity of this class of neural interface devices. In parallel, we are developing the high-speed electronics and embedded acquisition and storage systems required to make high channel count, chronic neurophysiological recording from animals and human subjects possible. This multidisciplinary approach will enable the development of new devices based on organic electronics, with broad applicability to the understanding of physiologic and pathologic network activity, control of brain-machine interfaces, and therapeutic closed-loop devices.
Background: Dion Khodagholy is an assistant professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering, School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University. He received his Master’s degree from the University of Birmingham (UK) in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering. This was followed by a second Master’s degree in Microelectronics at the Ecole des Mines. He attained his Ph.D. degree in Microelectronics at the Department of Bioelectronics (BEL) of the Ecole des Mines (France). He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in systems neuroscience at New York University, Langone Medical Center.
His research aims to use unique properties of materials for the purpose of designing and developing novel electronic devices that allow efficient interaction with biological substrates, specifically neural networks and the brain. This process involves design, characterization, and fabrication of high-performance biocompatible electronics to acquire and analyze neural data. The ultimate goal is to translate such advances in electronics, materials and neuroscience into more effective diagnostics and treatments for neuropsychiatric diseases.
The mission of the Brain Health Research Institute is to foster and support collaborative research leading to innovative discoveries about the brain that ultimately improve the health of our communities and beyond.
Big data brain imaging, virtual reality, and neurofeedback for stroke rehabilitation research
Speaker: Sook-Lei Liew, PhD, University of Southern California
USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Health, USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, Keck School of Medicine of USC’s Department of Neurology and USC Viterbi School’s Department of Biomedical Engineering
The mission of the Brain Health Research Institute is to foster and support collaborative research leading to innovative discoveries about the brain that ultimately improve the health of our communities and beyond.
From brain to body and back: consequences of disrupted body clocks on health
Ilia Karatsoreos, PhD, U. of Massachusetts, Amherst
The mission of the Brain Health Research Institute is to foster and support collaborative research leading to innovative discoveries about the brain that ultimately improve the health of our communities and beyond.
Graduate Student Orientation (GSO) is held prior to the start of fall and spring semesters for all new graduate students. GSO provides an opportunity to learn about university resources and network with other new graduate students, along with representatives of KSU's faculty, staff, and administration.
The following components will be part of GSO.
1. Two asynchronous modules, one for all new graduate students and one for all new teaching assistants. These modules will be available via Blackboard Learn to students who have registered for GSO and will allow graduate students and teaching assistants to navigate GSO at their own pace.
2. On the date of GSO, we will be offering live sessions on topics related to research, graduate student life and support services.
Spring 2021 GSO registration invites will be sent in November. If you have questions about registration or have not received an invitation, please contact Kyle Reynolds at kreynol3@kent.edu.
Whether you're considering changing your career goals, going back to school or completely upending your future plans, this session will help you identify what you need to consider when making a career change and how to navigate those changes.
This 30-minute virtual session is part of the Career Coffee Talks series brought to you by Career Exploration and Development and the Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement. Each session will feature a presentation and Q&A.
About the Presenter: Keith Smith
Keith Smith, associate director in Career Exploration and Development, oversees administrative and operational activities for on-campus student employment. Keith utilizes a growth mindset and is focused on assisting others in the pursuit of their personal goals and overcoming obstacles. A project close to the heart of Keith is to assist students in the articulation of their experiences and leads various projects helping to promote, understand and utilize Career Readiness Competencies
You're looking for a new opportunity - so where do I start? This session will highlight multiple tools to assist you in your search including Handshake (an online recruitment platform used at Kent State) as well as how to maximize various social media platforms to expand your network and view of opportunities. Whether you’re actively seeking something new or just interested in exploring options for a future search, this session will help you identify the tools and resources you’ll need to get started.
This 30-minute virtual session is part of the Career Coffee Talks series brought to you by Career Exploration and Development and the Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement. Each session will feature a presentation and Q&A.
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About the Presenter: Jody Patterson
Jody Patterson, associate director in Career Exploration and Development, provides direct as well as administrative support to career advising initiatives across campus. Over the last nine years, Jody has established, implemented and maintained policies, procedures and programming related to career education at Kent State University. She also serves as the Student Accessibility Services liaison and supports the Hospitality and Tourism Career Community.
