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Hear a neuroscientist Christof Koch speaks about how a neuron identifies selective encoding and coding to specific memories
Understand the application of augmented reality in an industrial setting to bring knowledge and training closer
Know how new technological devices like a tablet can change the ways of learning
Learn about the use of modern technology in monitoring infant brain waves for signs of distress
Understand how music therapy is helping young children in Australian elementary schools to deal with grief, loss and other behavioral and emotional disorders
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Hear a neuroscientist Christof Koch speaks about how a neuron identifies selective encoding and coding to specific memories
Understand the application of augmented reality in an industrial setting to bring knowledge and training closer
Know how new technological devices like a tablet can change the ways of learning
Learn about the use of modern technology in monitoring infant brain waves for signs of distress
Understand how music therapy is helping young children in Australian elementary schools to deal with grief, loss and other behavioral and emotional disorders
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