ABI Communication Lab 🧠 🌱 💬

Mixed methods works best with clear purpose, aligned design, planned integration, rigorous qual+quant, joint displays, transparency, and coherence. Keep participants/context central + collaborate widely. #MixedMethods #ResearchDesign #ResearchTips

🚨 We're sharing our newest #publication in Brain Impairment:

Optimising Co-Design Methodologies for People with Communication Disorders Following Neurological Impairment: Establishing Criteria, Adapting Practices, and Enhancing Inclusivity

🔗 Read here: lnkd.in/gB4eYnrD

🧠 At the ABI Communication Lab, we’re proud to support the NSW Statewide Brain Injury Telepsychiatry Service — a world-first model connecting #mentalhealth and #braininjury rehab. This service is innovative and essential.

#Telepsychiatry #BrainInjury #DigitalHealth #RuralHealth #NSWHealth #Health

✨ We’re proud to share that Dr Megan Trebilcock presented on Thursday and Friday at the Aphasiology Symposium in Melbourne—an event that championed #aphasiaadvocacy, interprofessional #collaboration, and the growing role of technology and community-driven #research in our field.

#Aphasia

🎉 A congratulations to our newest post-doctoral researcher, Dr Emma Van Der Schyff, who officially graduated with her PhD yesterday!

Emma completed her doctoral research within the Cyberpsychology Research Group, where she explored how #videogaming supports #socialcapital and #mentalhealth.

The University of Sydney SPEECH Clinic is now taking on clients interested in the 10-week convers-ABI-lity program!

The SPEECH Clinic will be taking on new clients and will be offering assessment and treatment sessions.

If you are interested, please reach out to petra.avramovic@sydney.edu.au

📚 ABI Communication Lab – #BookoftheMonth – "My Stroke of Insight: A Brain Scientist’s Personal Journey" by Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor

Dr. Taylor recounts her experience of suffering a stroke at the age of 37 and her subsequent recovery. Her perspective as scientist and patient offers profound insights.

🤝 #NetworkingTips to help you build genuine #connections at your next event

Start with a Friendly Introduction 👋
Ask Open-Ended Questions❓
Listen Actively👂
Find Common Ground 🌍
Have an Elevator Pitch Ready 🎤
Follow Up 📧

#Networking #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerDevelopment #Research

✨ Last week, the ABI Communication Lab hosted our #EMCR workshop on authentic #co-design. Our panel shared thoughtful insights on what meaningful co-design takes, and our facilitators created space for honest, practical learning. Workshops like this remind us why this work matters!

✨ Energising morning at the #DigitalHealthInformaticsNetwork Industry Breakfast at the #UniversityofSydney. Great to connect across health, #research, and industry. Huge thanks @lissbee.bsky.social for her warm and thoughtful facilitation. Excited to keep building momentum together! 🤝

🎨 Tips to Make Your #ConferencePoster POP 🔥

- Keep It Clean and Simple 🧹
- Use Bold, Readable Fonts 🔤
- Use High-Quality Images 📸
- Highlight Key Findings ✨
- Use Colour Strategically 🌈
- Use #Canva 🎨

Your #research deserves to shine—make it easy for others to see how! 💪

#ResearchTips

Nazia Islam is the #ProgramManager for the #ABICommunicationLab at the hashtag#UniversityofSydney, where she #leads the coordination of #research programs, partnerships, and strategic initiatives that support the lab’s mission.

She is driven by creating a supportive and empowering environment.

🌊 #ABICommunicationLab Writing Retreat – Terrigal 2025 ✍️✨

Last week, our team headed to beautiful Terrigal for a #WritingRetreat — a chance to reset and progress our #research.

Here’s to more moments of connection and impact. 📚💙

#ResearchCommunity #UniversityofSydney
#BrainInjuryResearch

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🌿 Towards #AuthenticPartnerships: #Co-Design in Practice
🎓 EMCR Workshop, Friday 21 November, 9:00am–1:00pm
📍 Room 416, Susan Wakil Health Building, University of Sydney

Join conversation and #collaboration as we explore authentic co-design in #HealthResearch.

👉 Register here:

🏡 Top Tips for #Researchers #WorkingfromHome 🧑💻

- Create a Dedicated Workspace 🧑💼
- Take Regular Breaks ⏳
- Stay Organised: 📅
- Stay Active: 🚶
- Collaborate Virtually 🤝

What’s your favourite tip? Drop it below! 👇

#ResearchLife #WFH #Research #Productivity #RemoteWork #ResearchTips #Academia

🌍🎓 Happy #InternationalStudentsDay!

Today, we proudly celebrate the #diverse voices, #cultures, and #perspectives that #InternationalStudents bring to our lab and the wider #ResearchCommunity.

To all the international students making an impact in STEM, research, and rehabilitation—thank you. 🌐🧠📚

What a weekend at the #AustralianAphasiaAssociation #Conference! 💬🧠

A big thank you to Dr Megan Trebilcock and everyone who contributed to such an energising and thought-provoking event.

#ABICommunicationLab #SpeechPathology #Research #Collaboration #Aphasia #CommunicationDisorders #BrainInjury

📚 #BookoftheMonth: "Where Is the Mango Princess?" by Cathy Crimmins 🧠

This month, we’re spotlighting Where Is the Mango Princess?, a compelling memoir by Cathy Crimmins that offers a raw, honest, and at times unexpectedly humorous look into life after #traumaticbraininjury.

🙌 Join us at the #UniversityofSydney for Towards Authentic Partnerships: #Co-Design in Practice — an engaging #EMCR workshop exploring how to integrate #codesign into #research.

📅 Friday, 21st November
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Room 416, Susan Wakil Health Building, University of Sydney

🔬🧠 Happy #NationalSTEMDay! 🧠🔬

Today, we celebrate the power of #STEM and the critical role these fields play in advancing brain injury research and rehabilitation.

To the scientists, students, clinicians, engineers, and advocates moving this work forward—thank you.

🙌 Join us at the #UniversityofSydney for Towards Authentic Partnerships: #Co-Design in Practice — an engaging #EMCR workshop exploring how to integrate #codesign into #research.

📅 Friday, 21st November
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Room 416, Susan Wakil Health Building, University of Sydney

Dr Liss Brunner will be presenting at this year's #AustralianAphasiaAssociation Conference, joined by #livedexperience presenters Jennifer Le and Josh Espinosa to share how people with #aphasia use social media

📅 8–9 Nov 2025, North Sydney
👉 Register here: events.humanitix.com/australian-a...

🌟 #ResourceSpotlight

Brain Injury Australia offers structured learning opportunities designed for both self-study and workplace use.

Check out their comprehensive materials here: www.abistafftraining.info

Let’s continue to improve care and support for those living with #AcquiredBrainInjury. 📚

🎤 Professor Miranda Rose will be presenting at the 2025 #AustralianAphasiaAssociation National Conference. She is an internationally recognised #leader in #aphasiaresearch

📅 8–9 Nov 2025
📍 Australian Catholic University, North Sydney
👉 Register here: events.humanitix.com/australian-a...

Dr Liss Brunner will be presenting at this year's #AustralianAphasiaAssociation Conference, joined by #livedexperience presenters Jennifer Le and Josh Espinosa to share how people with #aphasia use social media

📅 8–9 Nov 2025, North Sydney
👉 Register here: events.humanitix.com/australian-a...

🎗️ This #Movember, we’re raising awareness for #MensHealth.
Let’s break the stigma, promote early intervention, and ensure access to vital resources.

Check out Movember's website to learn more and get involved:
👉 au.movember.com

#BrainInjuryAwareness #MentalHealthMatters

🎉 Here's an overview of the upcoming #AustralianAphasiaAssociation National Conference!

📅 Saturday 8 – Sunday 9 November 2025
📍 Australian Catholic University, North Sydney
👉 Get your tickets here events.humanitix.com/australian-a...

We can’t wait to #connect and share ideas in #aphasia support ✨

🎤 Emeritus Professor Linda Worrall will be presenting at the 2025 #AustralianAphasiaAssociation National Conference. She is a world leader in #aphasia research and #rehabilitation.

📅 8–9 Nov 2025
📍 Australian Catholic University, North Sydney
👉 Register here: events.humanitix.com/australian-a...

🌟 Join us at the #UniversityofSydney for Towards Authentic Partnerships: #Co-Design in Practice — an engaging hashtag #EMCR workshop exploring how to integrate hashtag #codesign into research.

📅 Friday, 21st November
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Room 416, Susan Wakil Health Building, University of Sydney