Jon Simons (@js_simons) 's Twitter Profile
Jon Simons

@js_simons

Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience @CambPsych and Head of @Cambridge_SBS. Fellow, @EmmaCambridge. Husband, father of two boys and one dog. Rower and cricketer.

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linkhttp://www.memlab.psychol.cam.ac.uk calendar_today26-10-2009 16:30:15

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Important feature in nature in which Rhys Morgan talks about his proposal that public-facing science-communication work should adhere to the same research-integrity principles that are used for scholarly publications nature.com/articles/d4158…

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🚨JOB ALERT! As well as two postdoc positions (see below), we're also recruiting a part-time research project coordinator for our interdisciplinary memory vividness study. jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/49109/

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NEW on Wonkhe: Rachel Wolf argues the tuition fee rise doesn't signal Labour's confidence in universities - they must show value to communities and working people wonkhe.com/blogs/universi…

NEW on Wonkhe: Rachel Wolf argues the tuition fee rise doesn't signal Labour's confidence in universities - they must show value to communities and working people  wonkhe.com/blogs/universi…
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Only a few days left to apply for one of our interdisciplinary memory vividness postdoc positions! Deadline 25 November.

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Four new collaborative academic positions available in biological sciences at the University of Cambridge. Please share widely!!

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Sharing #Christmas spirit across Downing Site, Cambridge University tonight✨ A great initiative, - the #SBS Caroling Choir performing to raise funds for Jimmy's 🙌 jimmyscambridge.org.uk Donate if you can🌲🌨️ #charity #homelessness #cambridge

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Our Master’s course in Biological Sciences is now open for applications! MPhil students Judith and Angela share their experiences applying to Cambridge and offer top tips to help you prepare for your interview! Funding deadline: 7 January 2025 ➡️bit.ly/4eYS0ZY

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We are pleased to announce Prof Jon Simons as the new Head of the School of Biological Sciences at Cambridge University. Prof Simons will lead the implementation of the School’s academic vision across research, undergraduate, and postgraduate education. bit.ly/3EbF2Li

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|| New Publication (Nature Communications) Psychological Booster Shots Targeting Memory Increase Long-Term Resistance Against Misinformation doi.org/10.1038/s41467… Press Release ox.ac.uk/news/2025-03-1… * Inoculation works * Effects dissipate * Booster shots work (1/10)

|| New Publication (Nature Communications)

Psychological Booster Shots Targeting Memory Increase Long-Term Resistance Against Misinformation
doi.org/10.1038/s41467…

Press Release
ox.ac.uk/news/2025-03-1…

* Inoculation works
* Effects dissipate
* Booster shots work

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With support from UK Research and Innovation's new cross research council funding scheme, we recently launched our project 'When Memories Come Alive' with the first meeting of Memory Club, bringing people together from diverse disciplines to reflect on vivid remembering english.cam.ac.uk/research/memor…

With support from <a href="/UKRI_News/">UK Research and Innovation</a>'s  new cross research council funding scheme, we recently launched our project 'When Memories Come Alive' with the first meeting of Memory Club, bringing people together from diverse disciplines to reflect on vivid remembering
english.cam.ac.uk/research/memor…
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We all stand on the shoulders of giants, and I'm very aware of how fortunate I am to follow in the footsteps of so many Cambridge University researchers who made fundamental contributions to our understanding of memory cam.ac.uk/research/news/…

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I'm recruiting a postgraduate research assistant to work in the Cambridge Memory Lab, administering cognitive tasks and helping with lab administration. Would suit someone who's just finished their degree and wants to gain research experience. Do apply! jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/51674/

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I'm proud that School of Biological Sciences is leading the way in advancing our understanding of the fundamental mechanisms of women's biology, which is essential to improving lifelong health and supporting intergenerational health outcomes cam.ac.uk/stories/puttin…