🎄 Happy Holidays from the ABI Communication Lab! As we wrap up another year, our team at the ABI Communication Lab wants to extend our warmest wishes to all of our students, colleagues, partners, and community members. #HappyHolidays

🎧 As 2025 comes to a close, we took a moment to “wrap” our year at ABI Communication Lab. Across our social media platforms, we reached record-breaking impressions and engagement, connected with new audiences, and built stronger digital communities 🚀

📣 We’re excited to share one of our latest papers: Joanne Steel, Rhianne Hoffman, & Elise Bogart (2025) Visual stimulus materials used in spoken narrative discourse elicitation after traumatic brain injury: A scoping review 🎥 Here are some practical insights:

📣 We are delighted to announce the #publication of a new #research article by our recent post-doctoral researcher, Dr Megan Trebilcock, in the peer-reviewed journal #Aphasiology! 🧠📚 🔗 Read the full article (publisher): lnkd.in/giiNQrqX 🔓 Get 50 free e-prints: lnkd.in/gWgzWAGS

🧠 Working in brain injury rehab? TBI Bank offers a rich shared database of real-world communication from people with #TBI—great for research, teaching, and clinical practice. Review the Ground Rules and email [email protected] to join. Explore: tbi.talkbank.org #SLP #NeuroRehab

✨ Our Director, Professor Leanne Togher, recently presented at the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Conference on 27 Nov 2025. She delivered an insightful presentation on the INCOG Guidelines for Cognitive Rehabilitation Following Traumatic Brain Injury: INCOG 2.0.

The ABI Communication Lab is proud to celebrate @lissbee.bsky.social and @petraavramovic.bsky.social who were recognised at the School Meeting for Health Sciences for their exceptional contributions to widening participation, equity, and excellence in #teaching and learning 🏆 ✨ #SpeechPathology

The #UniversityofSydney SPEECH Clinic is now taking on clients interested in the 10-week convers-ABI-lity program! The SPEECH Clinic will be taking on new adult clients and will be offering assessment and treatment sessions. If interested, please reach out to [email protected]

Mixed methods works best with clear purpose, aligned design, planned integration, rigorous qual+quant, joint displays, transparency, and coherence. Keep participants/context central + collaborate widely. #MixedMethods #ResearchDesign #ResearchTips

🚨 We're sharing our newest #publication in Brain Impairment: Optimising Co-Design Methodologies for People with Communication Disorders Following Neurological Impairment: Establishing Criteria, Adapting Practices, and Enhancing Inclusivity 🔗 Read here: lnkd.in/gB4eYnrD

🧠 At the ABI Communication Lab, we’re proud to support the NSW Statewide Brain Injury Telepsychiatry Service — a world-first model connecting #mentalhealth and #braininjury rehab. This service is innovative and essential. #Telepsychiatry #BrainInjury #DigitalHealth #RuralHealth #NSWHealth #Health

✨ We’re proud to share that Dr Megan Trebilcock presented on Thursday and Friday at the Aphasiology Symposium in Melbourne—an event that championed #aphasiaadvocacy, interprofessional #collaboration, and the growing role of technology and community-driven #research in our field. #Aphasia

🎉 A congratulations to our newest post-doctoral researcher, Dr Emma Van Der Schyff, who officially graduated with her PhD yesterday! Emma completed her doctoral research within the Cyberpsychology Research Group, where she explored how #videogaming supports #socialcapital and #mentalhealth.

The University of Sydney SPEECH Clinic is now taking on clients interested in the 10-week convers-ABI-lity program! The SPEECH Clinic will be taking on new clients and will be offering assessment and treatment sessions. If you are interested, please reach out to [email protected]

📚 ABI Communication Lab – #BookoftheMonth – "My Stroke of Insight: A Brain Scientist’s Personal Journey" by Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor Dr. Taylor recounts her experience of suffering a stroke at the age of 37 and her subsequent recovery. Her perspective as scientist and patient offers profound insights.

🤝 #NetworkingTips to help you build genuine #connections at your next event Start with a Friendly Introduction 👋 Ask Open-Ended Questions❓ Listen Actively👂 Find Common Ground 🌍 Have an Elevator Pitch Ready 🎤 Follow Up 📧 #Networking #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerDevelopment #Research

✨ Last week, the ABI Communication Lab hosted our #EMCR workshop on authentic #co-design. Our panel shared thoughtful insights on what meaningful co-design takes, and our facilitators created space for honest, practical learning. Workshops like this remind us why this work matters!

✨ Energising morning at the #DigitalHealthInformaticsNetwork Industry Breakfast at the #UniversityofSydney. Great to connect across health, #research, and industry. Huge thanks @lissbee.bsky.social for her warm and thoughtful facilitation. Excited to keep building momentum together! 🤝

🎨 Tips to Make Your #ConferencePoster POP 🔥 - Keep It Clean and Simple 🧹 - Use Bold, Readable Fonts 🔤 - Use High-Quality Images 📸 - Highlight Key Findings ✨ - Use Colour Strategically 🌈 - Use #Canva 🎨 Your #research deserves to shine—make it easy for others to see how! 💪 #ResearchTips

Nazia Islam is the #ProgramManager for the #ABICommunicationLab at the hashtag#UniversityofSydney, where she #leads the coordination of #research programs, partnerships, and strategic initiatives that support the lab’s mission. She is driven by creating a supportive and empowering environment.

🌊 #ABICommunicationLab Writing Retreat – Terrigal 2025 ✍️✨ Last week, our team headed to beautiful Terrigal for a #WritingRetreat — a chance to reset and progress our #research. Here’s to more moments of connection and impact. 📚💙 #ResearchCommunity #UniversityofSydney #BrainInjuryResearch

🌿 Towards #AuthenticPartnerships: #Co-Design in Practice 🎓 EMCR Workshop, Friday 21 November, 9:00am–1:00pm 📍 Room 416, Susan Wakil Health Building, University of Sydney Join conversation and #collaboration as we explore authentic co-design in #HealthResearch. 👉 Register here:

🏡 Top Tips for #Researchers #WorkingfromHome 🧑💻 - Create a Dedicated Workspace 🧑💼 - Take Regular Breaks ⏳ - Stay Organised: 📅 - Stay Active: 🚶 - Collaborate Virtually 🤝 What’s your favourite tip? Drop it below! 👇 #ResearchLife #WFH #Research #Productivity #RemoteWork #ResearchTips #Academia

🌍🎓 Happy #InternationalStudentsDay! Today, we proudly celebrate the #diverse voices, #cultures, and #perspectives that #InternationalStudents bring to our lab and the wider #ResearchCommunity. To all the international students making an impact in STEM, research, and rehabilitation—thank you. 🌐🧠📚

What a weekend at the #AustralianAphasiaAssociation #Conference! 💬🧠 A big thank you to Dr Megan Trebilcock and everyone who contributed to such an energising and thought-provoking event. #ABICommunicationLab #SpeechPathology #Research #Collaboration #Aphasia #CommunicationDisorders #BrainInjury

📚 #BookoftheMonth: "Where Is the Mango Princess?" by Cathy Crimmins 🧠 This month, we’re spotlighting Where Is the Mango Princess?, a compelling memoir by Cathy Crimmins that offers a raw, honest, and at times unexpectedly humorous look into life after #traumaticbraininjury.

🙌 Join us at the #UniversityofSydney for Towards Authentic Partnerships: #Co-Design in Practice — an engaging #EMCR workshop exploring how to integrate #codesign into #research. 📅 Friday, 21st November 🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Room 416, Susan Wakil Health Building, University of Sydney

🔬🧠 Happy #NationalSTEMDay! 🧠🔬 Today, we celebrate the power of #STEM and the critical role these fields play in advancing brain injury research and rehabilitation. To the scientists, students, clinicians, engineers, and advocates moving this work forward—thank you.

🙌 Join us at the #UniversityofSydney for Towards Authentic Partnerships: #Co-Design in Practice — an engaging #EMCR workshop exploring how to integrate #codesign into #research. 📅 Friday, 21st November 🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Room 416, Susan Wakil Health Building, University of Sydney

Dr Liss Brunner will be presenting at this year's #AustralianAphasiaAssociation Conference, joined by #livedexperience presenters Jennifer Le and Josh Espinosa to share how people with #aphasia use social media 📅 8–9 Nov 2025, North Sydney 👉 Register here: events.humanitix.com/australian-a...

🌟 #ResourceSpotlight Brain Injury Australia offers structured learning opportunities designed for both self-study and workplace use. Check out their comprehensive materials here: www.abistafftraining.info Let’s continue to improve care and support for those living with #AcquiredBrainInjury. 📚

🎤 Professor Miranda Rose will be presenting at the 2025 #AustralianAphasiaAssociation National Conference. She is an internationally recognised #leader in #aphasiaresearch 📅 8–9 Nov 2025 📍 Australian Catholic University, North Sydney 👉 Register here: events.humanitix.com/australian-a...

Dr Liss Brunner will be presenting at this year's #AustralianAphasiaAssociation Conference, joined by #livedexperience presenters Jennifer Le and Josh Espinosa to share how people with #aphasia use social media 📅 8–9 Nov 2025, North Sydney 👉 Register here: events.humanitix.com/australian-a...

🎗️ This #Movember, we’re raising awareness for #MensHealth. Let’s break the stigma, promote early intervention, and ensure access to vital resources. Check out Movember's website to learn more and get involved: 👉 au.movember.com #BrainInjuryAwareness #MentalHealthMatters

🎉 Here's an overview of the upcoming #AustralianAphasiaAssociation National Conference! 📅 Saturday 8 – Sunday 9 November 2025 📍 Australian Catholic University, North Sydney 👉 Get your tickets here events.humanitix.com/australian-a... We can’t wait to #connect and share ideas in #aphasia support ✨

🎤 Emeritus Professor Linda Worrall will be presenting at the 2025 #AustralianAphasiaAssociation National Conference. She is a world leader in #aphasia research and #rehabilitation. 📅 8–9 Nov 2025 📍 Australian Catholic University, North Sydney 👉 Register here: events.humanitix.com/australian-a...

🌟 Join us at the #UniversityofSydney for Towards Authentic Partnerships: #Co-Design in Practice — an engaging hashtag #EMCR workshop exploring how to integrate hashtag #codesign into research. 📅 Friday, 21st November 🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Room 416, Susan Wakil Health Building, University of Sydney

🧠 #CommunicationDisability can often be invisible so it's important for #HealthcareProfessionals to ask: “Do you have any communication support needs?” Part of the #CommunicationforSafeCare project, this video explores how to identify when someone may have #CommunicationSupportNeeds. #OSTRICHTool

🗣️ #Teachback is a simple but powerful technique where #HealthcareProfessionals invite patients to explain back what they’ve been told to check understanding. ▶️ As part of the #CommunicationforSafeCare project, we’re sharing a short video that demonstrates teachback in action.

🌟 Every breakthrough in #research starts with a conversation and is made possible through #PartnershipsForChange. 📩 We're always open to meaningful conversations and collaborative ideas. Reach out at [email protected] - we’d love to connect. Let’s make a difference together.

Join us for the 2025 #AustralianAphasiaAssociation Conference - Silver Anniversary, Striving for Gold! 🌟 🗓 Saturday 8th – Sunday 9th November 📍 Australian Catholic University (and online!) 🎟 Tickets now available — including online attendance! 👉 Get your tickets here: lnkd.in/gbn89Xd3

🎉 Huge congratulations to @lissbee.bsky.social, winner of the SEMCAN Good #MentorAward! Selected as one of just 10 outstanding mentors from over 180 nominations, Liss’ dedication, guidance, and support have truly made a remarkable impact. #Mentoring #Inspiration #Leadership #Award #Celebration

📚 #BookOfTheMonth - "Surviving Brain Injury: Stories of Strength and Inspiration" by Amy Zellmer 💡 Why We Chose This Book Diverse Perspectives: Offers a global view of #BrainInjury Authentic Voices: Stories of the human side of recovery Educational Insight: Information for survivors and caregivers

🌍 🧠 On #WorldMentalHealth Day, we spotlight the vital connection between brain injury and mental health. Let’s continue to raise #awareness and promote accessible #MentalHealthCare for all. Learn more here: 🔗 www.beyondblue.org.au 🔗 www.blackdoginstitute.org.au 🔗 www.headtohealth.gov.au

ABI Communication Lab #What’sOnMyDesk? 🧠✨ Here's what's been our desks: 🔹 Latest journal articles and notes 🔹 Favourite coffee mug ☕ 🔹 Lab notebooks filled with observations and ideas 🔹 Sticky notes What's on your desk? Share your list in the comments! #LabLife

🎤 #ConferenceTips ✅ Know your audience—keep it clear and practise out loud ✅ Use visuals to support your message ✅ Prepare for questions and don’t be afraid to say “I’m not sure, but I’d love to follow up” ✅ Most of all, enjoy the experience! Got some other tips? Comment below👇

🙌 Highlights from our recent “Through My Eyes” #ArtShowcase, featuring Brigitte, a sculptor using art to express her journey after #TBI. 💻 Watch Brigitte’s explanations about her art online here: youtu.be/joiaKJ97-aY ✨ Check out Brigitte’s Instagram here: www.instagram.com/claycrackedi...

💻 Happy #NationalTechiesDay! Today, we celebrate the brilliant minds advancing technology and the vital role tech plays in our research. 🧠 Here's to the #TechInnovators helping us bridge the gap between science and real-world impact. Your work drives our #research discoveries. #TechForGood

🧠 Check out a new video explainer of our recent #publication: “Social Communication Implementable and Applicable Lens (SoCIAL): A Framework for Addressing Assessment of Social Communication.” Read here 🔗 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40378192/ #BrainInjury #SpeechPathology #SocialCommunication