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Katya Numbers

Sydney Memory and Ageing Study (MAS) Coordinator and Postdoctoral Fellow at Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA)

Katya Numbers is a prominent Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Lecturer at the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) within the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney. She coordinates the Sydney Memory and Ageing Study (MAS) and has a strong focus on understanding dementia risk factors, particularly how lifestyle choices and individual perceptions of cognitive abilities affect cognitive health in older adults.

Educational Background

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology: Montana State University
  • Master of Science in Psychology: Montana State University
  • PhD in Cognitive Science: Macquarie University

Research Focus

Dr. Numbers' research primarily investigates:

  • Modifiable lifestyle factors that may increase dementia risk.
  • Behavioral phenotypes associated with early stages of dementia.
  • The relationship between subjective cognitive complaints and actual cognitive decline.
  • The impact of attitudes towards aging on cognitive health, including the roles of depression and anxiety.

Her work has led to significant contributions in the field, including 49 peer-reviewed publications and securing nearly $7 million in research funding, including multiple grants from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) .134

Achievements and Awards

Dr. Numbers has received several accolades for her work, including:

  • Arc PGC Research Supervisor of the Year Award (2022)
  • Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing Publication of the Year Award for Early Career Researchers (2021)
  • Recognition as a key investigator in major NHMRC-funded studies related to aging .124

Professional Experience

Before her current role, Dr. Numbers served as a Senior Research Assistant at Macquarie University and an Adjunct Professor at Montana State University, where she developed and taught various psychology courses. She has also supervised numerous Honours and PhD students, contributing to their academic development .34

Overall, Dr. Katya Numbers is a leading figure in dementia research, focusing on enhancing understanding of cognitive health in aging populations through her interdisciplinary approach combining psychology, cognitive science, and public health initiatives.

Highlights

Memory decline in older individuals predicts an objective indicator of ...

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Greater Sydney Area