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Nicola McDowell, PhD

Senior Lecturer in the Institute of Education, Massey University, New Zealand

About

Dr Nicola McDowell is the founder and creator of the Austin Assessment, a screening app for cerebral visual impairment, and a Senior Lecturer in the Institute of Education, Massey University, New Zealand.

Her research interests include understanding and supporting children and young people who have cerebral visual impairment, empowerment of children and their parents/caregivers and equity in education.

Nicola also regularly shares both her research and personal experience of cerebral visual impairment through presentations and blogs, with a focus on improving outcomes for others with the condition.

Disclosures for 2024 CVI Conference: Building Meaningful Recognition
Nicola McDowell is not being paid for her presentation, but her registration fees are being waived.

Nicola McDowell does not have any nonfinancial relationships to disclose.