Episode 32: Cognitive Neuroscientist Dr. Robin Walker
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In this episode of The Charles Bonnet Syndrome Podcast, host Shaimond welcomes Professor Robin Walker, a cognitive neuroscientist from Royal Holloway, University of London. They discuss Dr. Walker's extensive research on visual perception and macular degeneration, and his current focus on Charles Bonnet Syndrome. The conversation delves into a reading app he developed to aid people with macular degeneration, ongoing studies on Charles Bonnet Syndrome, the effects of the COVID-19 lockdown on hallucinations, and the importance of technology and awareness in supporting those with visual impairments. Listeners are encouraged to participate in Dr. Walker's latest study to help advance understanding and treatment of this condition. The study is open to participants worldwide and can be completed virtually.
To participate in Dr. Walker’s Charles Bonnet Syndrome Research Study send an email to cbs.study1@gmail.com
Contact Dr. Walker at Robin.Walker@rhul.ac.uk
Try Dr. Walker's EV Platform Reading Web App https://ev-platform.org/
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