Let’s take a closer look at some of the impactful multisite studies happening at the Thompson Center.
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Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Kerri Nowell
Kerri Nowell, Ph.D., joined the Thompson Center health psychology team as a postdoctoral fellow in 2016. Dr. Nowell stayed on as a faculty member after the completion of her training and became the Director of Health Professions at the Thompson Center in May. She is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Health Psychology in the University of Missouri College of Health Sciences. Dr. Nowell is the principal investigator on the EarliTec and SPARK studies at the Thompson Center.
Lauren Sapp Named 2024 Thompson Center Top PIQ
Lauren Sapp (right) with her nominator, Thompson Center Health Professions Director Dr. Kerri Nowell Congratulations to Lauren Sapp, the Thompson Center’s 2024 Top PIQ Award recipient! This annual award honorsContinue reading “Lauren Sapp Named 2024 Thompson Center Top PIQ”
New Insights from Infant Cry Study
The Early Years Study is a project that analyzes audio recordings of infant cries to discover new ways to identify early signs of autism and developmental disabilities. The Thompson Center joined this study in late 2022 and so far has collected over 1,200 unique infant cry recordings.
Trainee Spotlight: Braden Hayse
Braden Hayse joined the Thompson Center in 2018 as a psychometrist and a graduate research assistant and practicum student in 2020. Braden’s research area of interest is primarily surrounding sleep in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders or rare diseases. He is particularly interested in mechanisms of common sleep difficulties, the impact of sleep problems on factors related to quality of life, and usefulness of sleep treatments in different populations.
Sensory-Friendly Area at Mizzou Homecoming Parade
Sensory-friendly bags will available, complete with over-the-ear headphones, ear plugs, and fun sensory toys to help make the parade more comfortable for everyone. The bags are also perfect for collecting candy and goodies along the way!
Emotion Coaching Webinar
Click here to register! Presented by: Jennifer Sykes, Ph.D. Audience: Caregivers and professionals working with children under 10 Session Description: coming soon
Self Advocate Webinar: Topic TBA
Click here to register! Presented by: Jaclyn Benigno, M.Ed. Session Description: coming soon
Joining Autistic Children in Play Webinar
Click here to register! Presented by: Jennifer Sykes, Ph.D. Audience: Caregivers and professionals working with children under 10 Session Description: coming soon
Descriptive Commenting and Coaching Webinar
Click here to register! Presented by: Jennifer Sykes, Ph.D. Audience: Caregivers and professionals working with children under 10 Session Description: coming soon