معرفی
Dr. Alena Galilee is a teaching-focused Lecturer in Psychology at Queen Mary University of London since May 2023. She holds academic affiliations with the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences and the Department of Psychology. Her career includes prior positions at Canterbury Christ Church University (UK), Mount Saint Vincent University (Canada), and the University of Calgary (Canada). She completed her PhD in developmental neuropsychology at the University of Birmingham (2015) and postdoctoral training in neuroscience of language at Dalhousie University, Alberta Children’s Hospital, and University of Calgary.
Education & Awards:
- PhD in Developmental Neuropsychology, University of Birmingham (2015)
- Marie Curie Scholarship (EU)
- Eyes-High Postdoctoral Fellowship (University of Calgary)
- Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Fellowship (Canada)
Research Interests:
Dr. Galilee's research integrates cognitive neuroscience, educational neuroscience, and neuropsychology using neuroimaging techniques like EEG and fNIRS. She focuses on improving student wellbeing and academic performance through mindfulness interventions. Her work explores how neuroimaging can inform educational practices and cognitive development in clinical populations.
Awards & Grants:
- Marie Curie Fellowship (EU)
- Eyes-High Postdoctoral Fellowship
- SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship
Teaching & Leadership:
Module organizer for PSY108, PSY223, PSY727P. Deputy Programme Director for MSc Psychology Conversion and MSc Mental Health Sciences courses. Supervises BS Psychology and MSc Psychology Conversion students.
Labs & Collaborations:
Current projects involve developing mindfulness programs using neuroimaging insights. Collaborates with institutions like Alberta Children’s Hospital and Dalhousie University on neurodevelopmental studies.
