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Professor Ellie Dommett PhD
Professor of Neuroscience
- Deputy Director, Undergraduate Psychology
Research interests
- Neuroscience
Biography
Ellie Dommett joined King’s in January 2015 to develop and establish the BSc Psychology degree. She conducts both neuroscience and pedagogic research. Her neuroscience work centres around a brain structure called the superior colliculus, specifically its potential role in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and the impact of psychostimulant drugs on the structure. Her pedagogic research focuses on the use of educational technology, including lecture capture and virtual learning environments.
Prior to joining King’s, she held a lectureship at the Open University and was a postdoctoral researcher at Oxford University. She has qualifications from Sheffield University (BSc Psychology, PhD Neuroscience, PCHE), King’s College London (MSc Neuroscsience) and the Open University (BA Humanities and MA Online and Distance Education) and is a Principal Fellow of the HEA.
Research Interests
- Psychostimulant drugs
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Neuroeducation
- Digital Education
Teaching
Ellie teaches on the BSc Psychology Programme in the following areas: Biological Psychology, Neuroscience, Teaching Apprenticeship, Skill Development.
Expertise and Public Engagement
Ellie has contributed several articles to the Times Education Supplement and the Science in Parliament Magazine. She also provides research briefings to the House of Lords in the area of education.
Research
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ADHD Research Lab
ADHD Research Lab
News
Bridging education and research: Professor Eleanor Dommett delivers her inaugural lecture
On Tuesday 21 May, Professor Eleanor Dommett delivered her inaugural lecture as Professor of Neuroscience at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology &...
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Researchers and Artists Collaborate for NeuroArt Exhibition at Science Gallery
The exhibition showcases art pieces created by neurodivergent artists and neuroscientific researchers
![Guests interacting with ADHD Research Lab suggestion board](/newimages/ioppn/news-spotlights/guests-interacting-with-adhd-research-lab-suggestion-board.xe61b87e9.jpg?w=780&h=520&crop=780,440,0,40&f=webp)
Events
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BNA King’s Early Career Symposium (KECS) 2024
A BNA event for early career neuroscientists at King’s College London giving you space to network and learn in inspiring surroundings.
Please note: this event has passed.
![Merging of education and research A journey from the midbrain out](/newimages/main/merging-of-education-and-research-a-journey-from-the-midbrain-out.x297cdc4e.png?f=webp)
Professor Eleanor Dommett - Inaugural Lecture
Join us in celebrating Professor Eleanor Dommett's inaugural lecture on 'Merging of education and research: A journey from the midbrain out.'
Please note: this event has passed.
Research
![ADHD research lab picture](/newimages/ioppn/profile-images/adhd-research-lab-picture.x9b1f6d60.png?w=780&h=809&crop=780,440,0,218&width=380&height=215&fit=crop&f=webp)
ADHD Research Lab
ADHD Research Lab
News
Bridging education and research: Professor Eleanor Dommett delivers her inaugural lecture
On Tuesday 21 May, Professor Eleanor Dommett delivered her inaugural lecture as Professor of Neuroscience at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology &...
![Eleanor Dommett inaugural edited](/newimages/ioppn/inaugural-lecturers/eleanor-dommett-inaugural-edited.x7e9198e8.jpg?w=780&h=585&crop=780,440,0,73&f=webp)
Researchers and Artists Collaborate for NeuroArt Exhibition at Science Gallery
The exhibition showcases art pieces created by neurodivergent artists and neuroscientific researchers
![Guests interacting with ADHD Research Lab suggestion board](/newimages/ioppn/news-spotlights/guests-interacting-with-adhd-research-lab-suggestion-board.xe61b87e9.jpg?w=780&h=520&crop=780,440,0,40&f=webp)
Events
![bna kings](/newimages/main/bna-kings.x9dbce474.jpg?f=webp)
BNA King’s Early Career Symposium (KECS) 2024
A BNA event for early career neuroscientists at King’s College London giving you space to network and learn in inspiring surroundings.
Please note: this event has passed.
![Merging of education and research A journey from the midbrain out](/newimages/main/merging-of-education-and-research-a-journey-from-the-midbrain-out.x297cdc4e.png?f=webp)
Professor Eleanor Dommett - Inaugural Lecture
Join us in celebrating Professor Eleanor Dommett's inaugural lecture on 'Merging of education and research: A journey from the midbrain out.'
Please note: this event has passed.