EVENT DETAILS
Day 1-2
22-23 May, 2020
LOOKING INSIDE YOUR BRAIN
Krishna Prasad Miyapuram
May 22, 2020, 11AM - 12PM
Inside our heads and protected by the skull is our brain. The most important organ that looks like a walnut and controls all functions of our body and mind. How we see, walk, and think are only some of the activities that our brain does. Understanding how our brain works has been a puzzle for neuroscientists from a very long time. There is no direct link between the structure and function of the brain. The brain looks like a crumpled sheet squeezed inside the tiny space of the skull. How can then we understand the working of the brain? This talk will provide insights into non-invasive methods of brain imaging for studying the human brain function in vivo. We will see how electrical signals can be recorded from the surface of our scalp. We will also understand how the method of MRI can be used to give a very fine understanding of the structures deep inside the brain.
SPIRITUALITY: AN ART OF MAINTAINING MENTAL HYGIENE
Rekha Wagani
May 22, 2020, 5PM - 6PM
The topic premise is the deeper level contentedness of mind and body. The crux of spiritual science is approaching oneself from inward and promoting outer self. Through this approach, we are able to bring changes and prevent many of future degeneration to our present bodily system (which has been vastly supported by positive psychology studies). Some of these approaches are related to practices like Asanas and Pranayama, on the other hand, some approaches are subtle in nature like the practice of becoming self-aware.
EFFECT OF EXERCISE ON THE BRAIN
Goldy Yadav
May 22, 2020, 9PM - 10PM
It is daunting to realize that damage or loss of neural tissue is almost an irreversible process. The big question then is, what can we do to mitigate it. A simple, yet powerful intervention is exercise- which is not only great for your body but also for the 2-pound tissue caged inside your skull! A number of studies have assessed the cognitive benefits rendered by exercises and elucidated the neurobiological mechanisms. This presentation will focus on the structural and functional changes that occur in the brain as a consequence of exercise. We will take a look at some of the research findings that have shown how effective exercises can be for the brain- improve attention, memory and learning, increase the amount of 'good' biomolecules, reduce stress and anxiety, enhance retention and lead to changes in brain structure.
SPEAK YOUR BRAIN OUT? HOW DOES YOUR BRAIN UNDERSTAND LANGUAGE!
Moumita Mukherjee
May 23, 2020, 11AM - 12PM
Have you ever wondered whether we say what we mean? And whether the listener comprehends the intended meaning? Is it always a straightforward relationship, or are there complexities involved in how we produce and process language in our efforts at human communication?
The present seminar will present a brief basic overview of the psychological aspects of language, from language perception to language expression. It will include but not be limited to key elements of how the human brain plays a fundamental role in not only language perception and processing, but also language production.
SUSPECTS’ COUNTER-INTERROGATION STRATEGIES
Meghana Srivatsa
May 23, 2020, 5PM - 6PM
The Hollywood Effect of popularizing the notion that we can discern truth tellers and liars through their non-verbal behaviours (such as evading eye contact, twitches, restlessness, increased heart rate, sweating, etc.) requires some myth busting. That is, research in deception detection has consistently shown that there are not a lot of differences in the non-verbal behavior between an innocent and a guilty suspect. In fact, the probability of “lie-detection experts” to identify deception through non-verbal behavior has been 44% which is worse than a coin-flip chance of 50% of being
accurate. To address this concern and to find an effective way of deception detection tactics, psychological scientists, for about three decades, have worked towards understanding how we can detect deception (or lies) through the verbal content of the suspects’ statements. This has advanced our knowledge into gaining insights into the differences between the cognitive processes of innocent and guilty suspects that have been used to develop various interviewing techniques. In this talk, we will discuss the differences between the verbal behavior of innocent and guilty suspects in a suspect interviewing scenario.
JOINTS AND THE BRAIN: WHAT IS THE CONNECTION?
Jay Shah
May 23, 2020, 9PM - 10PM
We have multiple joints in our body which helps us move, stabilize and perform other functions. Any trouble in your joints is perceived by your brain in different ways sending out signals for the joint to act. This talk will help understand those pathways and how joint pain is discerned. It will also explore how joint replacement surgery is regarded by the patient's brain.