Dr. Liton Furukawa embodies the fusion of cutting-edge scientific rigor and an unwavering passion for transforming the lives of neurodiverse children. As a Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Ethics Review Officer at Royal Roads University, she champions ethical oversight and research excellence, safeguarding participant well-being while advancing groundbreaking health studies. Her unparalleled expertise as a multisensory intervention specialist and special education expert fuels innovative, evidence-based approaches that redefine intervention paradigms for children with complex developmental and mental health challenges.Â
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Driven by firsthand experience with children and families navigating Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tourette Syndrome, ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Aphasia, Dr. Furukawa crafts pioneering therapeutic models that harness the power of multimodal sensory engagement. Her leadership as a licensed teacher and center director, combined with cross-disciplinary collaborations spanning early childhood education, clinical innovation, and neuroscience, amplifies her impact—translating transformative scientific insights into real-world breakthroughs that empower special needs communities. Dr. Furukawa, a polyglot and world citizen, integrates science and art to uplift children and families globally.Â
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Increasing capacity for Maternal and Paediatric Clinical Trials (IMPaCT)