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Jefferson Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute
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A national leader in neurorehabilitation research.

Our work is primarily conducted in three focus areas: 1) Movement Science, 2) Cognition, Behavior & Emotion, and 3) Language & Communication.
Congratulations to Dr. Sharon M. Antonucci and colleagues on this recent publication exploring a co-developed awareness campaign for PPA. Findings showed increased understanding of speech-language therapy and strong international engagement. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42706934/
September 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The RTSS is helping open the “black box” of rehabilitation by defining treatment targets and active ingredients, to advance research, education, and clinical care.

Read about RTSS advances here:
https://tinyurl.com/w2p9hmns

Learn more and download the manual here:
https://tinyurl.com/jcywkhyc
September 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Can virtual reality improve assessment of spatial neglect? In this study, Dr. Laurel Buxbaum & co-authors examined the immersive VRLAT-2 developed at Jefferson Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute & provided evidence supporting its validity & sensitivity.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42713914/
September 16, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Last week, Dr. Dylan Edwards and other leading stroke experts participated in a Webinar, "Bridging the Gaps in Long-Term Post-Stroke Care: From Evidence to Implementation," hosted by the World Stroke Academy (WSA). It is now available to watch on the WSA's YouTube Channel: https://ow.ly/OkHq50ZMGbU
September 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM
ICYMI: Last week, we were thrilled to host Dr. Rich Ivry for our Whyte-Schwartz Annual Lecture, honoring our Institute's founders. Dr. Ivry's presentation, "Probing the Role of the Cerebellum in Sensorimotor Learning and Cognition," is now available on our YouTube Channel: https://ow.ly/Ve7c50ZMFZm
September 14, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Adolescents with childhood-acquired brain injury often face challenges transitioning to adulthood. In this recent study, Dr. Lyn Turkstra and co-authors found that education, technology, peer coaching, and career support can help promote successful transitions. Read more: https://ow.ly/Pq7u50ZKG0q
September 13, 2026 at 9:00 PM
For more than 30 years, researchers at our Institute have been contributing to important advances in neuroscience and neurorehabilitation. Learn more about the tools, technologies, assessments, & other resources that have been developed.
https://rehabilitationresearch.jefferson.edu/innovations.html
September 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM
In this research participant spotlight, Mr. Baumgardner talks about his experiences as a stroke survivor and being involved in our research studies. We are grateful for his important contributions to our research, & we appreciate him sharing his story! https://ow.ly/vEK350ZKZMm
September 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Depression is common after #TBI, but does it affect long-term survival? Drs. Amanda Rabinowitz, Tessa Hart, John Whyte, and colleagues found depressive symptoms at 1 year were not independently associated with 5-year mortality. Check out the full article here: https://ow.ly/y8Qw50ZJiVl
September 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The August 2026 Jefferson Research Roundup also features the work of Dr. Eric Stulberg with Dr. Dylan Edwards and colleagues. Their research examines the relationship between neighborhood socioeconomic status and stroke recovery.

https://www.jefferson.edu/news/2026/08/aug-2026-roundup.html
September 9, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Check out the latest Jefferson Research Roundup! This edition highlights the work of Drs. Aaron L Wong & Laurel Buxbaum on neural mechanisms underlying limb apraxia, a disorder that affects tool use following neurological conditions such as stroke and Alzheimer's Disease.
https://ow.ly/sfrT50ZJixx
September 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The 2026 Whyte-Schwartz Annual Lecture is tomorrow 9/9 @ 12 pm! Dr. Rich Ivry, Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of California, Berkeley will present on "Probing the Role of the Cerebellum in Sensorimotor Learning and Cognition." Message us for virtual details!
September 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
We are #hiring for a tenure track faculty position! Our Institute, part of Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation and Thomas Jefferson University, is seeking applicants with experience conducting research in human translational neuroscience & neurorehabilitation. https://ow.ly/sOxh50ZGyZ2
September 7, 2026 at 2:30 PM
How can social media be made more accessible for adults with #TBI? In this recent publication, Dr. Lyn Turkstra and co-authors found that browser-based accessibility aids that reduce visual clutter and information overload can improve user experience and well-being. https://ow.ly/CVXr50ZGy1c
September 6, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Directed by Sharon M. Antonucci, the Aphasia, Communication & Community Lab focuses on lexical retrieval, connected speech & innovative treatments—such as animal-assisted interventions—at the intersection of cognitive neuropsych & the life participation approach to aphasia. https://ow.ly/y5sY50ZGxBQ
September 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Dr. Dylan Edwards will join distinguished speakers from around the globe to present in an upcoming World Stroke Academy (WSA) Webinar focused on bridging the gaps in long-term care for individuals after stroke.

Learn more and register on the WSA website:
https://ow.ly/tnW950ZIUhT
Bridging the Gaps in Long-Term Post-Stroke Care: From Evidence to Implementation - World Stroke Academy
Date & Time: September 9th 2026, 4-5.30pm (CEST)
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September 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Our Cognitive-Motor Learning Lab, led by Dr. Aaron L Wong, has an open postdoc position! The postdoc will engage in research at the intersection of cognition and motor neuroscience, focused on how people learn and plan complex, real-world behaviors.

Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/6Cvz50ZGxek
September 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Check out this new publication by Dr. Lyn Turkstra and colleagues on supporting adolescents with childhood #ABI during the transition to adulthood. Findings highlight the value of technology, peer coaching, vocational planning, and ongoing support. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42650424/
September 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Our research spans multiple populations, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, and other conditions. Studies are conducted across 3 focus areas: Movement Science; Cognition, Behavior, & Emotion; and Language & Communication.

Learn more about our research in these flyers.
September 1, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Our Institute is advancing #neurorehabilitation through innovative research on brain, cognitive, and motor function. Discover our team, research, careers, and latest developments on our website: https://rehabilitationresearch.jefferson.edu/index.html
August 31, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Following a #BrainInjury, patients may have limited ability to report #pain due to impaired consciousness. The Brain Injury Nociception Assessment Measure (BINAM) provides a reliable measure of nociception regardless of a patient's level of consciousness. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/CLth50ZFCMQ
August 30, 2026 at 10:00 PM
If you're attending #WCRN2026, check out the session "From Bedside to Home, Robotics and Technology for Neurorehabilitation," on 10/17 chaired by Dr. Dylan Edwards and featuring Drs. Alberto Esquenazi, Steven C. Cramer, Yu-Sun Min, & Taya Hamilton. More info here: https://ow.ly/o2m950ZFCBp
August 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Our Visiting Scholar Lectures bring invited speakers from national & international institutions to present neuroscience & neurorehabilitation research. These talks provide an educational forum highlighting new developments relevant to our research focus areas: https://ow.ly/sank50ZzUm5
August 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM
The Clinical Measurement Core maintains a shared library of standardized clinical assessments and resources, including databanks such as AphasiaBank, to support neuroscience and neurorehabilitation research. Learn more: https://rehabilitationresearch.jefferson.edu/our-research.html
August 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Dr. Laurel Buxbaum will present at 1pm EDT on Sept 4th in the C-STAR Lecture Series at USC. She'll discuss her lab’s research on the cognitive and neuroanatomic substrates of representation and selection of action knowledge.

For more details, visit: https://cstar.sc.edu/lecture-series/
August 27, 2026 at 5:58 PM