Cynthia Honan

Dr. Cynthia Honan is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Tasmania's School of Psychological Sciences, College of Health and Medicine. An APHRA-endorsed clinical neuropsychologist, she specializes in traumatic brain injury (TBI) and multiple sclerosis research.

Education

• Ph.D. in Cognitive Functioning in Multiple Sclerosis (University of New England, 2013)
• MClinNeuro (Macquarie University, 2012)
• BPsych(Hons) Class I (University of New England, 2005)
• BBus(HRM) (Southern Cross University, 1999)

Research Focus

Her work examines cognitive/psychological changes in TBI and MS, with specific expertise in social cognition disorders, cognitive fatigue biomarkers, and functional outcomes. She leads national guidelines development for psychosocial management in TBI and investigates gut-brain biomarkers in MS cognitive dysfunction.

Research Trajectory

Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on: sleep quality in neurological disorders (8 papers), cross-cultural validation of assessment tools (4 studies), and mindfulness/intervention efficacy (3 works). Article keywords frequently include neuropsychological assessment, quality of life, and rehabilitation.

Grants & Recognition

• Medical Research Future Fund: $2.99M for TBI care implementation (2024-2029)
• L'Oréal-UNESCO Women in Science Award (2022)
• MRFF: $448k for TBI clinical guidelines (2022-2025)

Supervision & Collaboration

Supervises 5 doctoral candidates in TBI/MS research and 8 completed PhDs. Leads multidisciplinary teams across 14+ national projects. Key collaborations include Monash University, UNSW, and the Menzies Institute.