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Sensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastFetal, Infant, and Toddler Neuroimaging with Drs. Tomoki Arichi and Courtney FilippiIn this episode, we chat about the exciting growth of fetal, infant, and toddler neuroimaging and their active group, FIT'NG. We're joined by two leaders in the field, Dr. Tomoki Arichi and Dr. Courtney Filippi, who explain to us the unique research questions and methodologies in FIT neuroimaging. Along the way, we discuss differences between neuroimaging in other developmental stages, environment vs. genetics, the impact of FIT'NG, and much more. Reach out to our host: Matt Mattoni (matt.mattoni@temple.edu)Connect with us on social media! We are always looking for ideas f...
2025-09-0241 minSensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastS3E5: Harmonization and Generalization in Big Data, with Dr. Golia Shafiei and Audrey Luo In this episode, we chat about using multiple large scale neuroimaging datasets for developmental cognitive neuroscience research. We highlight two exciting recent projects, including the Reproducible Brain Charts database and a foundational study on white matter development. Along the way, we chat about harmonizing multiple datasets, testing in multiple datasets for generalizations, replicability, practical challenges, and more. Matt is joined by two wonderful guests from Dr. Ted Satterthwhaite's lab who are pioneering these momentous efforts - Dr. Golia Shafiei and Audrey LuoReach out to our host:Matt Mattoni (matt.mattoni@temple.edu)Connect with o...
2025-05-0539 minSensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastS3E3: Training in Science Communication with Dr. Daniela Schiller and Dr. Bradley VoytekFlux and cognitive neuroscience more broadly are increasingly focused on translating our science for public impact. Yet, we receive little training to know how to do this. In this episode, we hear from Dr. Daniela Schiller and Dr. Bradley Voytek about their journeys through science communication, which include creating a graduate course teaching SciComm and writing a popular neuroscience book. Along the way, we touch on benefits for your own science, starting small, pursuing passions, and more. Visit our Buzzsprout for other episodes. https://sensitiveperiods.buzzsprout.comOf relevance:S...
2024-10-1550 minSensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastS2E6: Preregistrations for DCN Trainees with Dr. Russell PoldrackOpen science is becoming increasingly important in our field, yet the nuances of it can be intimidating for trainees. To think about how trainees in developmental cognitive neuroscience can best engage in preregistrations, we're joined by a renowned expert Dr. Russell Poldrack. We discuss general purposes of preregistrations, do's and don'ts, how to address common mistakes, and more!Relevant resources and discussed papers:Open Science Framewwork: osf.ioThe Preregistration Revolution: https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1708274114OSF registration guide: https://help.osf.io/article/330-welcome-to-registrationsSecondary data preregistration template: https...
2024-04-0149 minSensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastS2E4 - A conversation with Dr. Eveline Crone, current Flux PresidentJoin us for a chat with the president of Flux, Dr. Eveline Crone! In this episode, we discuss her plans for the future of Flux Society, thoughts on societal impact via science communication and public engagement, advice for trainees, and her favorite memories from past Flux conferences.For a full episode transcript, see https://bit.ly/FluxSensitivePeriodsS2E4Connect with us on social media! We are always looking for ideas for episode topics, co-hosts, or guests. Twitter/X: @FluxSocietyFacebook: facebook.com/FluxSociety/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/fluxsociety/
2023-11-2543 minSensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastS2E3 - Applying to Graduate School with Dr. Laurel Gabard-Durnam and Ellie TaylorApplying to Ph.D. programs is one of the most important, exciting, and stressful periods of the scientific journey. To provide perspectives and tips for graduate school applications, we're joined by Dr. Laurel Gabard-Durnam, a faculty member at Northeastern University and Ellie Taylor, a lab manager at the University of Maryland and current graduate school applicant. We touch on numerous topics along our way, including when to apply, tips for building the best application, and the importance of self care. We hope this episode is useful for any trainee currently applying or considering applying to graduate school in cognitive...
2023-10-201h 02Sensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastClinical Perspectives with Drs. Dylan Gee, Christian Tamnes, and Teresa VargasFor our 9th episode of Season 1 we take a clinical perspective to developmental cognitive neuroscience! We discuss what we have learned from cognitive neuroscience that benefits clinical practice, the mutually informative backgrounds that clinical and neuroscience training each offer, collaboration, and more. We're joined by great guests Dr. Dylan Gee (Twitter @dylanggee), Dr. Christian Tamnes (cktamnes), and Teresa Vargas (tersvar), that each have extensive clinical and neuroscientific backgrounds. Apologies for some of the audio issues this episode! For a full transcript (please excuse typos and errors) visit: https://bit.ly/S1E9TranscriptF...
2023-05-2441 minSensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastPerspectives and Challenges of International Training with Dr. Pheobe Thomson and Ayla PollmanWe hear from Dr. Phoebe Thomson (Twitter @ phoebecthomson) and Ayla Pollman (@ayla_pollmann) about their experiences training in developmental cognitive neuroscience internationally. We discuss professional and personal difficulties, as well as the unique benefits international training provides. For a full transcript visit: https://bit.ly/FluxSensitivePeriodsS1E7Follow us on Social Media!Twitter: @FluxSociety Facebook: facebook.com/FluxSociety/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/fluxsociety/Our emails:andrew.lynn.1@vanderbilt.edumatt.mattoni@temple.edu
2023-03-1339 minSensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastCultivating a positive and supportive mentor-mentee relationship with Steven Kasparek & Dr. Suzanne van de GroepIn this episode I chat with Steven Kasparek & Dr. Suzanne van de Groep about what it takes to develop a meaningful, positive, and supportive relationship with your mentor or mentee. We discuss mentoring philosophy, power dynamics, and conflict resolution. For a full transcript visit: bit.ly/FluxSensitivePeriodsS1Ep6Follow us on Social Media!Twitter: @FluxSociety Facebook: facebook.com/FluxSociety/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/fluxsociety/Our emails:andrew.lynn.1@vanderbilt.edumatt.mattoni@temple.edu
2023-02-2346 minSensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastCrafting an academic talk with Drs. Margaret Sheridan, Lucina Uddin, & Nim TottenhamWhat makes a seller talk? How should I practice? What's the goal of a poster presentation? In this episode we're joined by Drs. Margaret Sheridan, Lucina Uddin, & Nim Tottenham to discuss how to craft an academic talk. We talked about everything from what to include in a poster presentation, to how to practice a job talk, and the importance of preparing for the Q&A! For a full transcript visit: bit.ly/FluxSensitivePeriodsS1Ep5Follow us on Social Media!Twitter: @FluxSociety Facebook: facebook.com/FluxSociety/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/fluxsociety/
2023-01-0947 minSensitive Periods: A Flux Society PodcastTwo Paths to Studying Individual Differences with Drs. Caterina Gratton and Brenden Tervo-ClemmensHow can we best use fMRI to study individual differences? Big data, precision imaging, both? We're joined by Drs. Caterina Gratton & Brenden Tervo-Clemmens to discuss different paths forward and how they compliment each other. The conversation touched on multiple different points that we as a field must consider as we move forward.For a full transcript visit: https://bit.ly/FluxSensitivePeriodsS1Ep4BWAS Paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-022-04492-9Two Paths forward commentary: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35512638/Preprint combining big data & precision imaging: https://www.biorxiv.org...
2022-11-1349 min