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Ontario Science Centre unveils Great Conversations: The Mind SeriesThree-part event examines therapeutic potential of psychedelics, mindfulness for better health and the brain's ability to adapt TORONTO, Feb. 12, 2020 /CNW/ - Do you understand the power of your mind? The Ontario Science Centre launches its 2020 speaker series on The Mind in collaboration with Knowledge Partner, the Ontario Brain Institute (OBI). The series brings leading experts to share the latest research into the brain and how our minds work. Rooted in psychology, the Science Centre's latest exhibition MindWorks brings mental processes like decision-making, memory and emotions to life through colourful, playful and fun hands-on exhibits. Great Conversations is a special featured event of the Ontario Science Centre, designed to spark discussion, debate and discovery on fascinating topics in the world of science. "We are excited about our partnership with the Ontario Brain Institute. In addition to the contributions during the development of our newest exhibition MindWorks, OBI's collaboration with our speaker series will let us showcase emerging research on the mind and potential therapies," said Catherine Paisley, interim CEO of the Ontario Science Centre. "These thought-provoking talks are part of our mission to inspire passion for the human adventure of discovery, by engaging our community and promoting a love of lifelong learning." "As a provincially-funded organization, one of our core objectives is to educate the public about their brain health," said Dr. Tom Mikkelsen, president and scientific director, Ontario Brain Institute. "Our partnership with the Ontario Science Centre allows us to make knowlede accessible, digestible and fun; enabling people to manage their own health and wellness and improving life quality." The three-part series features 90-minute conversations moderated by Dan Riskin, an evolutionary biologist and former TV co-host of Daily Planet. March 7 — Science Meets Psychedelics Norman Farb, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto Mississauga April 4 — Mindfulness for Better Brain Health Yona Lunsky, PhD, Director of the Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) May 2 — Neuroplasticity: The Adaptive Brain Barbara Arrowsmith-Young, Director of the Arrowsmith Schools, educator, and author of The Woman Who Changed her Brain All talks begin at 4 p.m. and last for 90 minutes. Free with general admission. No ticket required. About the Ontario Science Centre About the Ontario Brain Institute SOURCE Ontario Science Centre |