Our 2025 Masterclass featured neuroscientist, lecturer, author, blogger, podcaster, pundit, science communicator, and comedian, Dr Dean Burnett.

Dean explored the fascinating workings of the developing brain, and how understanding its processes can create valuable opportunities in education.

He discussed how the brain develops at various ages, and how this development shapes behaviour, thinking, emotional expression, and cognitive abilities.

Dean also examined the key factors influencing brain development in an educational setting, namely school attendance, the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns, the impact of sport and head injuries, and the role of technology and social media.

The event concluded with a Q&A section. We have recorded a podcast episode with Dr Dean Burnett covering the questions we didn't get to in during the event.

Download the slides from the event.

The video from the event will be available shortly.