Professor Dr. Marcin Falkowski

Biography

Marcin Falkowski is a Research Fellow in the Department of Human-Centred Computing at Monash University, actively involved in the SoundSmiles project in partnership with the Ear Science Institute Australia. His work focuses on the development and evaluation of digital platforms designed to support the hearing and mental health of Aboriginal children in school community settings. With a primary background in mental health and clinical training across child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry, Falkowski’s expertise informs his research approach, particularly addressing children’s emotional well-being and behavioral regulation. His experience includes collaboration with educators, families, and clinicians to enhance support for young people. Falkowski completed his PhD at the Australian National University, with research centered on sensory systems and behavior, and has worked collaboratively with partners in digital health and ear health, addressing significant issues for Aboriginal communities. His focus on co-design and participatory research emphasizes the importance of developing digital technologies that enhance children’s mental health literacy and promote self-awareness in culturally sensitive ways across various settings, including school, clinic, home, and community contexts.

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