Alejandro Bahena-Rivera
Last spring was an important step for our research team, marking progress in our ongoing efforts to advance cognitive psychology and transdisciplinary research. We were fortunate to have the opportunity to share our work with a diverse international audience, presenting the methods and findings of two subprojects that have been central to our studies. These subprojects, which lie at the intersection of theology and cognitive psychology were presented in a conference in Mexico. The event was an invaluable platform for exchanging ideas with experts from various fields and backgrounds, offering us the chance to refine our approaches and consider the broader implications of our work.
A standout experience during this trip was our visit to the neuroscience lab at the Tecnológico de Monterrey’s Ciudad de México campus, facilitated by the kind invitation of MSc. Karla Quintana, an expert in empirical neuroscience research. This visit was a unique opportunity not only to observe cutting-edge research in action but also to engage in fruitful discussions about potential collaborations. The lab tour sparked a series of brainstorming sessions focused on how we might bridge the gap between Mexico and the United Kingdom in the field of neuroscience, particularly by exploring innovative approaches that combine cognitive psychology, philology, and business. These discussions were rich with possibilities, highlighting the potential for interdisciplinary collaboration to drive forward new methodologies and research paradigms.
This visit represents a crucial step in our journey to engage with different realities and backgrounds, enriching our ongoing research subprojects and opening doors to future collaborations. These partnerships hold great promise, not only in advancing scientific knowledge but also in enhancing educational initiatives and promoting the importance of science across different fields and communities.