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Trailblazing our way to a better tomorrow for children and youth with neurodevelopmental disorders.

11/02/2026

There’s a difference between being consulted and being a true partner in research.

We asked PN Lab Family Research Partner Pam to share her perspective on what sets the two apart and why meaningful family involvement matters.

10/30/2026

Our team is working to make the MRI experience as inclusive and comfortable as possible, with preparation materials, mock scans, and support from our Certified Child Life Specialist.

Because how participants experience research matters just as much as the research itself.

10/28/2026

A few more highlights from the Kids Brain Health Network Conference!

It was a great opportunity for members of the PN Lab to share their research through poster presentations, connect with others in the research community, and learn from the work happening across the field.

We also loved seeing our Youth Research Partner, Duncan, lead attendees through a movement break!

A big thank you to KBHN for bringing everyone together, and congratulations to our team on their presentations!

10/27/2026

Meet Amaya, our newest Advisory Council Member! Amaya is a 15-year-old who has loved singing and dancing for as long as she can remember. She has been a member of the Youth Singers of Calgary since she was five and remains involved today. Outside of singing and dancing, she enjoys spending time with friends and painting.

Amaya is excited to be part of the lab and looks forward to learning more about research and how her lived experiences can help shape and support research.

10/22/2026

PN Lab Family Research Partner Greta Heathcote had the opportunity to speak at the Kids Brain Health Network (KBHN) Gala!

Greta shared her experiences as a parent and research partner, reflecting on why including the voices of children and families is so important in shaping meaningful research.

One message from her speech stood out: “When we listen to what matters to families, we make better research decisions.”

She also spoke about how research partnerships create opportunities for children to recognize that their experiences, observations, and perspectives matter.

We're so grateful to have Greta and her family involved in our research and proud to see her share such an important perspective.

Congratulations, Greta!

10/19/2026

This Journal Club was led by Kyle, who shared an overview of his ongoing research into severe self-injurious behaviours in children and youth with neurodevelopmental disorders.

Through sharing preliminary findings and discussing ideas as a team, Kyle was able to further develop the research question that will guide his upcoming proposal.

Thanks for leading the discussion, Kyle!

10/07/2026

What is the Behaviours of Concern Assessment Instrument (BoCAI), and why are we developing it?

PhD student Maggie Ryan breaks down the research behind BoCAI and how the team is working toward a better way to assess and understand behaviours of concern in children with neurodevelopmental disorders.

10/02/2026

We’re excited to share that Dr. Sarah MacEachern is officially continuing in her role as Section Head!

After stepping into the position on an interim basis in January, she was appointed to the ongoing role this spring and officially began in July.

We’re so proud to see Dr. MacEachern continue taking on leadership roles alongside her research and work with PN Lab, and we look forward to seeing all that she brings to the section in this next chapter.

09/30/2026

Last week, PN Lab joined other child health research labs at the Owerko Community Connections event!

The event is all about bringing researchers and the community together and making research feel approachable and relevant to everyday life. Our activity invited kids to create their own “breathing buddy” - an octopus made from paper cups, tissue paper, and stickers that they can use to practise calm, deep breaths during stressful moments.

A fun evening of creativity, connection, and bringing research into the community!

09/28/2026

Who should have a say in research? For PN Lab PhD student Seong Eon Ha, the answer is simple: everyone!

Meaningful research brings together lived experience, professional experience, and research experience.

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#387, Child Development Center, University Of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB
T2N1N4

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+14034418412

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https://www.pn-lab.ca/

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