William F. Thompson is Professor of Psychology at Bond University, QLD, where he is Director of the Music Sound and Performance Lab
Prof Evonne Miller is Director of the QUT Design Lab at Queensland University of Technology, where her research is focused on redesigning healthcare and aged care systems for the future...
As an ARC fellow, Helen is exploring how transformation through engagement with music may be experienced and what enables such experiences
As a Gerontologist Julie's interests in ageing include the role of health care services, preventive activities, and treatments in maintaining quality of life for older people. Recently Julie took on the lead of the Hunter Ageing Alliance
Tricia King is a researcher in creative arts health projects for wellbeing focusing on creative engagement with older people through photographic and creative practice
Jane is a Fellow, Australian Academy for the Humanities, undertakes research in performance, musical development across the lifespan, intercultural engagement and music for wellbeing outcomes
Justin is currently investigating the development of musical tools for people living with dementia and researching the benefits for people living with dementia to engage and coordinate with family members when performing meaningful music together
Kim uses economic theories and methods to examine the social and economic values of healthcare. She develops programs and policies aimed at improving the value of health and social care services and ensuring fair access and use for the disadvantaged
Gina’s current role involves facilitation of a range a programs and support sessions for people living with dementia, their families, carers and friends
Paul Wilson is currently working as an Elder Clown Artistic Associate for The Humour Foundation as well as performing both as a Clown Doctor and an Elder Clown.
Courtney is an interdisciplinary artist, art educator and advocate. She has a passion for fostering creativity and innovation
Heidi is a physiotherapist, and uses qualitative and mixed methods research to understand how and why health consumers and professionals engage with physical activity opportunities, including intervention trials
Sally worked in the age care industry. She now cares for her lifetime partner Glen.
Joyce's research is largely focused on understanding the behavioural and social mechanisms underpinning healthy brain lifestyles in older adults.
Prof Nash will be participating in the Welcome and Acknowledgement of Country
Liss Finney is a multidisciplinary artist who is passionate about art being accessible for all, and celebrated as a tool for learning, sharing and creating human connection.
Adam will be participating in the Welcome and Acknowledgement of Country
Claire is A/Prof in Health and Medical Humanities at Sydney Health Ethics and Pres of the Arts Health Network NSW/ACT