“Getting involved in the BRAIN Lab was an incredible way to get hands-on experience throughout different phases of neuropsychology research. I am very thankful for the support and encouragement from my supervisors and peers, and I feel incredibly privileged to have been part of such an exceptional team. I am now pursuing further study in radiography to gain clinical experience, with the goal of ultimately integrating these skills with my interests in medical research.“
“My experience in the BRAIN lab was nothing short of wonderful. This lab is extremely well organized and I was so fortunate to learn as much as I did!“
“Being part of the BRAIN Lab gave me the opportunity to explore research as a potential career path in a welcoming and supportive environment. I found it incredibly rewarding to contribute to research with real-world significance, which motivated me to work harder in my studies as I recognized their importance. The team’s efficient onboarding process and openness to questions made it easy to learn and grow. This experience has inspired me to pursue further research in graduate school. I highly recommend the BRAIN Lab to anyone interested in gaining meaningful research experience!”
“Working in the BRAIN Lab was a great experience that allowed me to develop valuable research experiences, preparing me for the next stage of my career.”
“Working in the BRAIN Lab has been a wonderful experience that I will never forget. During my time as a research assistant, I developed many valuable skills related to group collaboration, time management, as well as learning specific lab related tasks that ranged from data entry to screening participants for lab studies. What I enjoyed most about my experience in the BRAIN Lab is how supportive the team is. This created a work culture where I felt encouraged to ask questions which I feel optimized my overall growth within my position. Aside from work, the BRAIN Lab also organized fun events such as drag brunch and movie nights to develop team comradery. I would definitely recommend working in the BRAIN Lab to anyone who is looking to gain lab related experience related to neuropsychology!”
“The BRAIN lab provided an excellent environment to help build my research skills and knowledge. The other lab members were very kind and welcoming and it was great to meet those with similar interests and goals!”
“It was a wonderful experience being a part of the BRAIN lab, and it definitely set me up for success with my future academic endeavors, as well as in my professional life.”
“As an undergrad, getting involved with the UVic BRAIN Lab was a fun and interesting way to gain psychology research experience.”
“I worked at the Brain Lab after my first year of UVic through funding from the VKURA award. I am now in third year and am studying Biology and Psychology. The Brain Lab helped me kick start my research experience, and I will be doing a Honours next year for my final year!”
“My experiences with the BRAIN Lab have been foundational. I joined the lab with limited research experience but a wealth of curiosity, and I left with the inspiration to pursue a Ph.D. in clinical neuropsychology. This lab offers a variety of opportunities alongside ample support and guidance – the ideal conditions to grow confidence in conducting research.”
“Working in the BRAIN lab helped me realize the passion I have for research and develop skills to further pursue my career and education. I learned valuable teamwork and data entry skills. Thank you to the BRAIN team for creating a positive environment for learning and for igniting my passion for research.”
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