BrainWorks: Neuroscience for Kids

Originally broadcast on April 13, 2006, by UWTV and highlighted on August 5, 2014, BrainWorks: Neuroscience for Kids is an engaging educational program designed to introduce young viewers to the fascinating world of the brain and nervous system.

Hosted by Eric Chudler, PhD, the show takes viewers on an exploratory journey with the help of five inquisitive kids. The program is structured around both studio-based segments and real-world laboratory visits.

Key Learning Experiences:

• Introduction to the Nervous System: The show begins with a foundational overview of the nervous system in a studio setting.
• Laboratory Exploration: The kids venture into laboratories to witness and learn about the brain's automatic functions and the methods used to record its electrical activity (EEG).
• Hands-on Activities: Back in the studio, the kids get a chance to see a real human brain. They also engage in hands-on activities like building their own model nerve cells and brains.

Featured Experts:

• Eric Chudler, PhD: Department of Bioengineering, Research Associate Professor, Engineered Biomaterials, Director of Education and Outreach, University of Washington.
• Brian Ross, MD, PhD: Associate Professor, Residency Program Director, Director of Obstetrical Anesthesia, Director of the Patient Simulation Center.
• Kathleen Mulligan, PhD: Department of Biological Structure, Senior Lecturer, University of Washington.
• Debra Rollevson: EEG and Clinical Neurophysiology, Registered EEG and EP Technologist, University of Washington.

BrainWorks aims to make neuroscience accessible and exciting for children, fostering an early interest in science and the human body.