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The International Motor Development Research Consortium
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An international organization of researchers aimed at advancing the field of motor development: https://www.i-mdrc.com/

The 7th Assembly of the I-MDRC will take place from October 29 to 31, 2026, in Santa Catarina, Brazil: https://www.i-mdrc.com/meetings
♥️ Season’s Greetings ♥️

Whether you celebrate Christmas, another holiday, or simply enjoy a well-deserved break, I hope this season brings you peace, rest, and moments of joy. Thank you for your continued passion for advancing motor development research.

Wishing you a happy holiday season ♥️
December 23, 2025 at 10:02 AM
🔥 7th I-MDRC congress: Preliminary program 🔥

We are pleased to confirm that a preliminary program for the congress days is now available on the official congress website! Please visit the website for more information: www.even3.com.br/7th-assembly...
December 22, 2025 at 6:45 PM
🔊 Journal Club Update

Please note that the IMDRC Journal Club has been rescheduled to January 22nd. There will be no Journal Club meeting in December.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
🔥 7th I-MDRC congress 🔥

Next I-MDRC congress will be held in Florianópolis, Brazil. Would you like to learn more about Brazil? Watch this: youtu.be/bjcScnGpYrs

If you're thinking about the beaches, don't worry—it's the perfect destination for you!! www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/r...
December 17, 2025 at 6:30 AM
🔥 I-MDRC Members: Final days to vote🔥

Before heading into holiday mode, remember to vote! This is your chance to help shape the direction of our Consortium, strengthen international collaboration, and support the next generation of motor development scholars.

#IMDRC #vote
December 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
🔥 I-MDRC Members: Deadline for voting on Wednesday 🔥

Before heading into holiday mode, remember to vote! This is your chance to help shape the direction of our Consortium, strengthen international collaboration, and support the next generation of motor development scholars.

#IMDRC #vote
December 15, 2025 at 6:40 AM
📢 Recruiting a fully funded PhD student (Fall 2026) to join in Motor & Visual Development Lab at the University of Michigan!

🔥 Focus: motor & visual development across the lifespan in autism and related conditions. Thesis-based master’s preferred. Interested? Reach out for details!
December 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
🔥 Fellowship Applications Now Open 🔥

Applications and nominations are currently being accepted. Candidates must be nominated by a current Fellow with two additional supporting letters from Fellows.

For more information, please visit our website: www.i-mdrc.com/fellows
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December 10, 2025 at 9:45 AM
🔥 I-MDRC Members it is time to vote! 🔥

Voting is open for I-MDRC leadership positions for the 2026-2028 term. This is your opportunity to help shape the direction of our Consortium, strengthen international collaboration, and support the next generation of motor development scholars.

#IMDRC #vote
December 8, 2025 at 8:45 AM
🔥 Journal Club in December: You are invited!🔥

Session is designed as an interactive forum to share early-stage research, generate feedback, and spark collaboration across the consortium. We are aiming to highlight 3-4 short papers representing ongoing projects.

Visit: www.i-mdrc.com/journal-club
December 5, 2025 at 3:45 PM
🔥 7th I-MDRC congress🔥

We are pleased to confirm several invited speakers for our 7th International Congress of I-MDRC.

Visit the congress website for more information: www.even3.com.br/7th-assembly...
7th Assembly of the International Motor Development Research Consortium
7th Assembly of the International National Motor Development Research Consortium Date & Location: October 29–31, 2026, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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December 4, 2025 at 1:30 AM
🔥 I-MDRC Members: It is time to vote! 🔥

Please check your email for the latest e-blast, where you will find all the information needed to cast your vote.

#IMDRC #research #motordevelopment #vote
December 3, 2025 at 9:15 PM
🔥7th I-MDRC congress: Registration open🔥

The registration is open for the congress.

Visit the congress website for more information: www.even3.com.br/7th-assembly...

Please note that prices in the congress website are in Brazilian R$, equivalent to approximately $0.19 USD and €0.16 EUR.
December 1, 2025 at 4:45 PM
🔥 Journal Club Recordings: By Pesce 🔥

Session highlights how creative motor skill acquisition can serve as a powerful integrative framework—linking cognitive growth, physical education, and motor competence to promote lifelong physical literacy.

See episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oL44...
November 27, 2025 at 6:45 PM
🔥 7th I-MDRC congress: Keynotes🔥

We have the absolute pleasure of welcoming Anna Louise Barnett and James Cole Galloway for our keynote speakers ✨

Visit the congress website for more information: www.even3.com.br/7th-assembly...
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November 26, 2025 at 5:15 PM
✨ I-MDRC Featured Fellow 2025: Jill Whitall ✨

For more than three decades, Dr. Jill Whitall has quietly and consistently shaped the fields of motor development and rehabilitation science through bold research.

See more on: www.i-mdrc.com/whitall
November 25, 2025 at 3:26 PM
🔖 Deadline tomorrow: Invitation open to JCs in December and January 🔖

➡️ On December and January we will dedicate our theme to "Work in Progress"

➡️ Email to Jane Clark if you want to present some work in progress.

➡️ Deadline the November, 24th, 2025.

More info: www.i-mdrc.com/journal-club
November 23, 2025 at 3:00 AM
🔊 Assistant Professorships Available

✅ Are you looking for a position in the field of motor behavior?
✅ Do you have a job opportunity you would like to advertise to the global motor development network?

Visit our I-MDRC website to see the available open positions: www.i-mdrc.com/jobs
November 20, 2025 at 9:01 PM
🔖 Invitation open to Journal Clubs in December and January 🔖

➡️ On December and January we will dedicate our theme to "Work in Progress"

➡️ Email to Jane Clark if you want to present some work in progress.

➡️ Deadline the November, 24th, 2025.

More info: www.i-mdrc.com/journal-club
November 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM
🔥 7th I-MDRC congress🔥

➡️ Visit website: www.even3.com.br/7th-assembly...

✅ Theme of the congress: From Mechanisms to Practice: Advancing Motor Development Knowledge Across the Lifespan
✅ Registration fees are lower for I-MDRC members
✅ Follow us on Instagram @imdrcbrazil2026 for updates!
November 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM
🔊 CALL FOR PAPERS 16th International Conference on DCD

Please note that the abstract submission for the DCD-16 conference in Hong Kong has been extended to November 30th. I hope to see you there next year!

More information on: dcd16.org.hk

#DCD #motordevelopment #research #codesign #lifespan
November 17, 2025 at 7:45 AM
🔥 Today's Journal Club 🔥

Within couple of hours, there is an interesting talk with Stephen Langendorfer.

Use this link to connect to on Journal Club: umd.zoom.us/j/7066438987...

More information on:
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November 13, 2025 at 2:03 PM
🔥 Journal Club 🔥

Remember tomorrow's Journal Club with Stephen Langendorfer at 3:00 (EST, November 13).

More information on: www.i-mdrc.com/journal-club
November 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM
🔊 Student members, we want to hear from you! 🔊

Please take two minutes to complete our survey and help shape a more meaningful and supportive student membership experience: lnkd.in/dSwdAjpx

#IMDRC #students #members #motorskills #research
November 11, 2025 at 10:27 AM
🔥 Assistant Professor in Motor Behavior: extended deadline 🔥

San José State University is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in Motor Behavior.

🔊 The deadline has been extended until December 1st, 2025.
San José State University - Details - Assistant Professor, Motor Behavior
Apply now Job no: 552404 Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track Location: San José Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty…
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November 11, 2025 at 3:24 AM