How We See: The Neuroscience of Vision and Optical Illusions (Brain Week 2026)
Discover how your brain is involved in creating what you see with the creators of the Neuron Family.
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Learn the neuroscience basics of the visual system through an engaging program that will have you interacting with optical illusions and more.
Meet some of the Neuron Family’s well-known brainy characters and receive printable resources from their book series to extend the learning beyond Brain Week 2026!
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👋 Meet Dr. Maria Zamfir, Ph.D.
Maria is an artist, neuroscientist, and mom! She completed her PhD in Neuroscience at McGill University. During her PhD Maria also created The Neuron Family, where neuron and glia characters come to life to help explain complex neuroscience concepts. Maria has volunteered with both BrainReach and Brain Awareness week to teach elementary and high school students about neuroscience. Maria loves sharing her neuroscience-inspired art with the world!
👋 Meet Dr. Marion Van Horn, Ph.D.
Marion is a neuroscientist, science communicator, and mother of 3. She obtained her PhD in the department of Physiology at McGill University, and is a Research Associate at The Montreal Neurological Institute studying developmental neuroplasticity. She has become passionate about making information about the brain more accessible to the general public. Marion has been a guest co-host on The Curious Neuron Podcast, which is dedicated to providing science-backed tools and resources for parents and caregivers. She recently teamed up with Maria to put together this fun and educational brain colouring book series.
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