On 6 October, I had the great pleasure and honour of presenting my research on neurodevelopment at the 2026 Brain, Body & Cognition Conference at the University of Cambridge.
Gemma Herbertson after her presentation at Cambridge University
Having previously studied Functional Neuroanatomy at postgraduate level with Cambridge University, it felt particularly meaningful to be there and sharing my own work with fellow researchers and practitioners.
My presentation explored neurodevelopment in relation to aspects of childhood adversity. The topic was inspired by my work at Neuro Frontiers, and the research is intended to aid individuals affected by adversity and the professionals who support them.
It was also a real pleasure to meet so many inspiring academics and practitioners, bringing different perspectives to the relationships between the brain, body, learning, and the environments we live in.
With Cambridge’s School of Architecture partnering the conference, there were some fascinating presentations on biophilic design: bringing Nature into our buildings and spaces, and considering how our surroundings can support health and wellbeing. Also brilliant, was that, unlike most conferences, we weren’t sitting still for all of it, as several presenters encouraged us to move, stretch, dance, and actively learn. A lovely opportunity to experience some of the connections between brain and body that we were there to discuss. Definitely not a boring conference!
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