Handedness Research Institute

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The Handedness Research Institute advances the scientific
understanding of handedness (left-handed, right-handed,
and mixed manual preferences) and helps alleviate
the social and educational discrimination of left-handers
worldwide through research and education.

 The Institute

> Facilitates & supports interdisciplinary & international research & training

> Disseminates scientifically accurate educational resources globally

> Raises awareness of issues of public concern related to handedness

> Provides a communication forum for researchers, professionals & the public

Quote of the Week :
«During high school and college, I often found myself twisted around the right-handed desks attempting to find a comfortable position to write in.... this has contributed to the serious lower back pain that I have experienced since I was 16 years old.»
 
The Institute is currently seeking major funding. Features listed below that are not linked will become available over the coming months, as funding allows.

R E S E A R C H
     International Research Conference
     Research Fellow Program
     Internship Program
     Institute Research & International Collaborations
     Handedness Bibliography
     New Ideas for Research ... and more

 E D U C A T I O N
     Topical Handedness Papers
     HRI Action! > Teaching Writing  |  Fair Desks
     K-12 Resources  |  Homework Help
     Print & Post
     Research Guide
     Checklists for Teachers, Administrators, Employers
     Institute Publications ... and more

 W H A T ' S   H E R E   F O R   Y O U
     Parent, Teacher, and Employer Guides to Handedness
     Participate in Online Surveys
     Explore & Discover  |  Fun & Games
     Forums : Giving You a Voice
     HRI Market : Premiums for Your Support
     Try you hand at the Handedness Quiz ... and more
 


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Learn more, including how you can help at :  FAIR DESKS




U P C O M I N G   R E S E A R C H   C O N F E R E N C E
   The Development of Handedness in Children
M E D I A   R E S O U R C E S   (coming soon)
   13 August  is  International Left-Hander's Day
H R I   I N T E R N A T I O N A L

   world map
   Asia :  Pune Bureau, INDIA
   Africa :  Lusaka Bureau, ZAMBIA
   Europe :  Porto Bureau, PORTUGAL



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