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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
🔥 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
🔥 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
✨ 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
🔥 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
🔥 Journal Club News 🔥

This week's Journal Club is just around the corner! Be ready for an interesting talk with Stephen Langendorfer on Thursday at 3:00 (EST, November 13).

More information on: www.i-mdrc.com/journal-club
November 10, 2025 at 7:30 AM
🔥 Assistant Professor in Motor Behavior 🔥

Rutgers University is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in Motor Behavior. Detailed information about the position can be found at the link provided here: jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/262...
November 4, 2025 at 9:30 AM
➡️ Journal Club Articles Needed

Have you come across an excellent article that others might find valuable?

We're seeking papers published in 2025 that enhance our understanding of motor development to feature in our 2025-2026 journal club meetings.

#research #motordevelopment #motorskills #IMDRC
October 30, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Did you know that all the journal clubs are being recorded? This episode was a tribute to Michael Turvey 💖

Watch the episode from our YouTube: youtu.be/ppg33GMLDBs?...
October 28, 2025 at 12:31 PM
🔥 Call for Contributors: I-MDRC Expert Statements on Motor Development & Competence

Are you ready to help shape the global understanding of motor development and motor competence?

#Academia #IMDRC #motorskills #research
October 27, 2025 at 9:30 AM
🔥 7th Assembly of the International Motor Development Research Consortium 🔥

We’re thrilled to announce that the 7th I-MDRC international congress will be held October 29–31, 2026, in Florianópolis, Brazil, a vibrant coastal city in the state of Santa Catarina known for its stunning natural beauty
October 24, 2025 at 8:30 AM
✨ I-MDRC Featured Fellow 2025 ✨

The I-MDRC is proud to spotlight Dr. David F. Stodden, Professor at the University of South Carolina, current I-MDRC President, and one of the most influential scholars in promoting the impact that motor development has on multiple domains across the lifespan 💖
October 22, 2025 at 8:45 AM
✅ Positions Open for Election 2026-2028 Term ✅

The International Motor Development Research Consortium (I-MDRC) is now accepting nominations for open leadership positions beginning in January 2026. Elections will be held between November and December 2025, with results announced before year’s end.
October 20, 2025 at 1:31 PM
🔊 SOS 🔊

Do you know a student who is making meaningful contributions through research, practice, or advocacy?

We invite you to nominate them for the I-MDRC Student Spotlight.

More information on the attached file!
October 14, 2025 at 2:45 PM
🎙️ Journal club recording 🎙️

Topic: Generative AI Users Beware: Ethical Concerns of ChatGPT in Publishing Research

Link to this discussion: youtu.be/qQJeRYbWkUI?...

Who are talking: Sam Logan with Jane Clark

#IMDRC #research #journalclub
October 10, 2025 at 12:45 AM
🔊 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: researchsurveys.deakin.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_...

#IMDRC #students #members #motorskills #research
October 9, 2025 at 3:21 PM
✨ I-MDRC Featured Fellow 2025 ✨

This month, the I-MDRC highlights Dr. Luís Paulo Rodrigues, Professor at the Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo, Portugal, and a Founding Member of the I-MDRC.

See more about Rodrigues's work from here: www.i-mdrc.com/rodrigues
September 22, 2025 at 8:01 AM
✨ I-MDRC Student Spotlight ✨

The I-MDRC student representatives @niamh-oloughlin.bsky.social and Dimetrius Brandon are excited to feature Darice Brooks, a Ph.D. student at Michigan State University from Illinois, United States 😍
September 17, 2025 at 7:24 PM