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Public Lecture – The Art and Science of Addiction

Monday, May 5, 2025
6:30pm to 8:00pm

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Join us for for an evening where science, art, and lived experience come together to explore the complexities of addiction.

Join the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI) for an interactive evening of learning, compassion, and hope. Scientists Heather Morris and Anna Taylor, clinician scientist Monty Ghosh, artist Tamara Deedman, and lived/living experience advocate Shanell Twan will offer a powerful and thought provoking look at addictions from diverse perspectives.

Join us before the lecture (5:30-6:30pm) for a research showcase and learn more about neuroscience and mental health research happening at the University of Alberta.

Learn more on the CONNECTIONS website.

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