How to Speak so Scientists Will Listen

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*Cette session sera interpréter en direct de l’anglais vers le français.

Standing on the shoulders of giants is seen as a necessary part of innovation and science. However, it is not just giants that must capture our imagination and fuel our pursuit of knowledge. All scientists, of big and small reputation, have a part to play in evolving fields to new heights through clear and exciting communication of their results.  As scientists we must learn to not just communicate our findings but inspire others to take up our work and think about our work even after they have left the lecture.  In this talk, Dr. Rebecca Pillai Riddell (Tier 1 York Research Chair in Pain and Mental Health; DIVERT Mental Health NPI) has translated her experience as a TEDx speaker into lessons for scientists to speak to other scientists. Geared towards trainees and faculty, this interactive professional development workshop will guide you to create talks that will help spark interest in your work and help others engage with your ideas…or, at the very least, to have the audience check their email and texts less when you are speaking!

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  Dr. Rebecca Pillai Riddell is the Nominated Principal Investigator for DIVERT Mental Health, a Full Professor of Psychology at York University, Tier 1 York Research Chair in Pain and Mental Health, and Honorary Professor at University College London (UK). Her innovative program of research has provided foundational norms for the development of infant pain responses within the context of the caregiver. Her newest program of research takes an innovative step forward in the exploration of using artificial intelligence to move the practice of infant pain assessment forward in Neonatal Intensive Care Units. She is an award-winning mentor passionate about nurturing the next generation of pain researchers and mental health professionals. She is a member of the Royal Society of Canada's College and a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences.