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From April 15 to May 5 this year, Professor Rūta Mameniškienė from the Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery at the Faculty of Medicine, Vilnius University, visited the University of Sydney’s Brain and Mind Center and the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. The purpose of the visit was to discuss ongoing joint scientific projects and plan new ones.
"I traveled to the University of Sydney and the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital at the invitation of Professor Suncica Lah. We share many common scientific interests: we are both interested in the cognitive abilities of people with epilepsy, conduct research in this field, and write joint projects. This was our first in-person meeting," shared Prof. R. Mameniškienė about her visit.
The University of Sydney’s Brain and Mind Center is one of the world's leading research institutions. Currently, it focuses significantly on research into child development, youth mental health, and diseases affecting brain aging. "I was impressed by the Neurology Clinic, led by Professor Armin Nikpur. I spent most of my time observing the activities of those working in the field of epilepsy," said the scientist.
During the visit, Prof. R. Mameniškienė discussed with world-renowned psychology experts – Prof. Suncica Lah and Prof. Laurie Miller. "My areas of scientific interest and research are the cognitive functions of people with epilepsy and the assessment of delayed recall. I had the invaluable opportunity to discuss cognitive rehabilitation issues and other relevant topics with globally recognized scientists and to plan further scientific research together. I returned with new ideas for future joint research," said Prof. R. Mameniškienė.
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The University of Sydney, founded in 1850, is the oldest in Australia and all of Oceania. The university has educated 5 Nobel and 2 Crafoord Prize laureates, 8 Prime Ministers of Australia, 2 Governors-General of Australia, 13 Premiers of New South Wales, and 26 Justices of the High Court of Australia. The University of Sydney ranks 1st in Australia in 10 disciplines, including anatomy and physiology, and nursing.