On 10th June 2026, Birkbeck Professor Denis Mareschal was invited to the Houses of Parliament as a witness to the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee‘s inquiry into Neuroscience and digital childhoods. He gave evidence on the impact of digital technology use on the
Over the last two decades, our understanding of early autism development has undergone a profound transformation, moving from observing behaviours to uncovering the complex mechanisms that drive them. This progress would not have been possible without the steadfast support and
Birkbeck and UCL were awarded £3 million by the Department for Education to establish a new policy research centre focused on educational neuroscience. CBCD’s Prof Denis Mareschal will be Co-Director, leading investigations of topical questions facing education today, including how cognitive and biological
Professor Emily Jones and the STAARS research are featured in Channel 5’s documentary “Does your child have ADHD?”. Watch for a fascinating insight into parents navigating ADHD diagnoses in their children, the help they find and the impact on their lives. Learn more
