At the moment, I’m in the experimental stage of my research and actively collecting data. Testing participants is both exciting and demanding, as the study requires a large number of people to ensure meaningful results. Every participant’s involvement makes a real...

Presenting at the interdepartmental poster competition was a wonderful opportunity to share research and engage with peers from various disciplines, making for an enjoyable evening filled with insightful talks and new connections.

I wish to formally announce my accreditation as a member of the Expert Witness Institute (EWI). This affiliation constitutes a substantive progression in my dedication to the application of the most stringent standards of empirical scrutiny and objective evidence...

The therapeutic relationship between Sybil Isabel Dorsett and her psychoanalyst, Dr. Cornelia B. Wilbur, as depicted in Flora Rheta Schreiber’s 1973 book Sybil, and the subsequent television film, is one of the most compelling, controversial, and psychologically...

Baddeley, A., & Styk, D. (2025). Tea time. The Working Memory Discussion Meeting. Parcevall Hall. Day 2.Group photo. 2025."The barns were very happy at 4 am!" Louise Nicholson.

I had the opportunity to present my research at the 7th International Festival of Neuroscience (BNA2025), held from April 27th to 30th, 2025, at the ACC Liverpool. This prestigious event, organised by the British Neuroscience Association, is one of the largest...

Åkerlund E, Esbjornsson E, Sunnerhagen KS, Bjorkdahl A (2013). Can computerized working memory training improve impaired working memory, cognition and psychological health? Brain Inj 27:1649-1657. Björkdahl A, Akerlund E, Svensson S, Esbjornsson E (2013) A randomized...

I was rather chuffed to present my research at our Master of Science induction day. Standing before my colleagues and distinguished faculty members, I felt a proper mix of nerves and excitement as I shared my work. It was brilliant to receive thoughtful questions and...

I'm thrilled to announce that today I became a member of The Division of Academics, Researchers and Teachers in Psychology (DARTP) and its Cognitive Psychology section! This achievement fills me with pride as it represents my dedication to the field of psychology and...

DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.19565.60644 Abstract Dorota Styk & Eddy J. DavelaarSchool of Psychological SciencesBirkbeck, University of London Novel approach in Working Memory Training Substantial research has been undertaken on the effects of working memory training...

I feel incredibly privileged to have been part of the intimate Working Memory Discussion Meeting at Parcevall Hall, which took place from Monday 26th June to Wednesday 28th June 2023. The informal atmosphere of this historic venue, nestled in the stunning Yorkshire...

Attending the cutting-edge conference on child and adolescent mental health at the QE11 Centre in London on February 8, 2019, was a transformative experience for me, particularly due to the opportunity to learn directly from Dr. Daniel Siegel. As a professional in the...

As a UK delegate and proud member of the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA), I am filled with excitement and gratitude for the unique opportunity to attend the 29th International Congress of Applied Psychology (ICAP 2018) in Montreal. This prestigious event,...

A certificate from a conference in 2011. It brought back some memories. It’s interesting to look back on that path: university studies, PhD, research work. It’s been quite a few years in a profession I still find incredibly interesting. Neuroscience is a field that...