

T he 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.



T he 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











«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.»

