New Research into Learning difficulties in Down Syndrome
Last Updated (Monday, 01 March 2010 14:30)
Researchers from Stamford university recently discovered that learning delay is often associated with deficits in the memory centres, making it difficult for the brain to collect and make use of experiences in a way necessary to form new memories and underpin the development of learning. The new study, in mice, pinpoints the key defects in the brain, and suggests a possible way to tackle them. The full article can be read here
News about our website
I decided this week to enable statistics on the website. This tellls me how many visitors access the website each day, what they searched for to get to the website, and where they come from. I have to say, that the results surprised me.
The majority of the searches made relate to medical issues, and the audience is worldwide. This week (since tuesday and today is saturday) we have had visitors from:-
- Duluth, Minnesota, United States
- Alexandria, Al Iskandariyah, Egypt
- Hollis, New York, United States
- Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
- Caracas, Distrito Federal, Venezuela
- London, United Kingdom
- Apo, Armed Forces Europ, United States
- Philippines
Don't forget to have a look in the latest research section, as well as academic research there's a whole load of other really interesting content
KnockLions Special Olympics
Last Updated (Thursday, 25 February 2010 13:53) Written by Administrator Thursday, 25 February 2010 13:44
Great news for all Special Olmpics Athletes and newcomers to Special Olympics sports!!
We are now nearly ready to launch our new special Olympics Athletes club in the D16 area!
It has been decided that the venue for the new Athletics club will be St. Colmcille's Community School, Scholarstown Road, Knocklyon, Dublin 16.
Training will take place every Thursday evening for 1 hour approximately from 6pm to 7pm, starting in early March (subject to confirmation).
In order to become part of this club there is a form that each athlete needs to complete prior to taking part.
The registration process is a once off exercise so it is important tha the form(s) are filled in correctly as you will not be able to participate until the forms are received and verified by Special Olympics Ireland.
Once completed and signed off by Special Olympics Ireland, this form remains valid for 5 years provided there are no changes in the athletes medical situation.
for further information contact Susan on 01 8691619
CounterBalance
Last Updated (Thursday, 21 May 2009 11:22)
Calling all adults 18+. As part of a nationwide youth dance initiative, a Dublin Dance and Drama Group is being developed. There will be 6-8 classes held in June and July, then the group will perform for the World Congress in August. An experience day will be held as a taster on Saturday 6 June.
If you or someone you know is interested in coming along call Eileen Fitzgerald on 086 604 3978 for more information.