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Lauren Hennessy

Bio

Lauren Hennessy is a final-year PhD candidate at the University of Western Australia (UWA) and the Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science. With a background in psychology and neuroscience, she holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology and a Master of Neuroscience. Her research focuses on the application of low-intensity repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) as a non-invasive treatment for depression, particularly in cases resistant to conventional therapies. brainplasticitylab.org+2modalis.com.au+2brainplasticitylab.org+2brainplasticitylab.org+3perroninstitute.org+3brainstimjrnl.com+3

Lauren is also involved in science communication and research coordination at Modalis, a Perth-based organization dedicated to advancing mental health and neurological research.

Meeting for Minds involvement

Lauren is actively engaged with Meeting for Minds through the SYNERGIES program, which fosters collaboration between researchers and individuals with lived experience of mental illness. She has contributed to initiatives exploring the effects of rTMS on brain plasticity and has participated in events such as the "World in a Brainstorm" forum, highlighting the importance of integrating lived experience into mental health research.

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Featured Research & Work

Low-Intensity rTMS for Depression: Lauren's primary research investigates the efficacy of low-intensity rTMS in treating depression, aiming to enhance understanding of its biological mechanisms and improve clinical applications. brainplasticitylab.org+3perroninstitute.org+3brainstimjrnl.com+3

  • Preclinical and Clinical Studies: She has co-authored studies examining the effects of rTMS on brain connectivity and behavior in both animal models and human subjects, contributing to the translation of preclinical findings into clinical practice. meetingforminds.com+1brainstimjrnl.com+1

  • Awards and Recognition: Lauren has received several accolades for her research, including the University Postgraduate Award (2020–2022) and commendations at neuroscience symposia for her contributions to the field. brainplasticitylab.org