Best Connectome Podcasts (2026)

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The Science of Optimal Experience: Understanding Flow with Dr. Orin Davis 1:00:31

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In this conversation, Ariel interviews Dr. Orin Davis to explore the science of "Flow" - the state of complete immersion and energized focus often described as "being in the zone". Orin breaks down the characteristics of flow, its relationship with happiness, and how to identify the activities that help you cultivate it. They discuss the difference…

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Complex Tactile Feedback for Brain-Controlled Bionic Hand with Giacomo Valle, PhD 1:24:07

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What if a bionic hand could move with your thoughts and also let you feel edges, shapes, and even motion across your skin? In this special episode of the Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! BCI Award Series, host Dr. Milena Korostenskaja sits down with Dr. Giacomo Valle, assistant professor at Chalmers University of Technology and 1st place winner …

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How the Brain Knows It's Wrong: Endogenous Error Detection in BCIs with Camille Gontier, PhD 1:15:55

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🧠 What if your brain could realize it made a mistake before anyone else notices? Can a brain-computer interface (BCI) detect when you're going off track—and correct itself in real time? In this compelling episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we sit down with Camille Gontier, PhD, to explore his BCI Award–nominated project: Endogenous mod…

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The Elephant in the Brain, Ems & LLMs with Robin Hanson 1:21:28

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In this wide-ranging conversation, Ariel interviews economist Robin Hanson about the hidden motives that drive human behavior, the central theme of his book The Elephant in the Brain. Hanson argues that much of what we do is not for the reasons we consciously believe, but rather for signaling our value as allies, mates, and group members. Our consc…

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Neurotech for Cognitive Health & Brainspan Support with Ramses Alcaide, PhD, CEO of Neurable 1:18:21

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How can brain-computer interfaces become everyday tools for optimizing cognitive health, performance, and longevity? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we speak with Dr. Ramses Alcaide, CEO and co-founder of Neurable, a pioneering neurotechnology company developing scalable, software-based BCI solutions designed to integrate se…

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Meditation and The Mind Illuminated with Matthew Immergut 1:12:32

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In this conversation, Ariel speaks with Matthew Immergut, an associate professor of sociology and co-author of the acclaimed guide to meditation "The Mind Illuminated'. They dive deep into the nature of meditation, moving beyond the pop-culture view of it as a simple tool for relaxation. Matthew shares his journey into meditation, discussing its na…

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Symbols, SEALs & Self-Discovery: Navigating Career Uncertainty with Cristina Leira, PhD 1:26:51

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What does it take to shape a career that bridges neuroscience, national defense, and the timeless power of symbols—while navigating the upheavals life throws your way? What happens when the career you've spent decades building suddenly disappears? How do you rebuild your identity when what you do is no longer who you are? In this thought-provoking …

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The Philosophy of Stoicism: Agency, Reason, and Human Nature 1:16:48

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In this episode Ariel explores Stoic philosophy and ethics with Jula Wildberger, Professor Emerita of Classics at the American University of Paris. Professor Wildberger discusses: •⁠ ⁠The core Stoic idea of human agency and what is truly good •⁠ ⁠⁠The Stoic belief in living according to one's own nature •⁠ ⁠⁠The Stoic view on emotions: distinguishi…

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From Lab to Legislation and Startups: An Unconventional Neurocareer with Amanda Wiggins, PhD 1:06:53

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What does it look like to take a neuroscience degree far beyond the lab? In this episode, we explore a career path that crosses scientific research, government regulation, and biotech entrepreneurship with Dr. Amanda Wiggins, CEO of The cGP Lab. Amanda began her career investigating neurodegeneration and cortical spreading depression. Over time, he…

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Fiction as a Tool for Science Innovation, with Dante Terese, Author of The Base Series 1:24:31

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What if the key to tomorrow's scientific and technological breakthroughs lies in today's science fiction? In this special-format episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we step outside our typical interview structure to explore the power of imagination as a driving force behind scientific innovation. Our guest, Dante Therese—science fiction…

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#25 Stanford-Trained Electrical Engineer “Reverse Engineering the Brain” - Dr. Louis Scheffer 59:42

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Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe Key Moments: 0:00 Introduction 1:12 Journey from Electrical Engineering to Neuroscience 6:45 Initial Interest in Neuroscience 8:16 What is connectomics? 11:45 Parallels Between Microchip Design and Neuroscience 14:22 Probabilistic Reconstruction in Connectomics 19:46 Neuro…

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Medtech Clinical Trials in Latin America & Career Paths with bioaccess® CEO Julio M Clark 58:14

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What if clinical trials could save lives and launch your global medtech career? What happens when you combine cutting-edge medical devices, international clinical trials, and a relentless drive to create real-world impact? Meet Julio M. Clark — CEO of bioaccess® and host of the LatAm MedTech Leaders podcast — who turned a one-man regulatory operati…

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Ultrasound Implant Against Glioblastoma: Disrupting the Blood-Brain Barrier with Michael Canney, PhD 58:48

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What does it take to challenge the deadliest brain tumors with sound waves? How do you scale a medtech startup into a multinational clinical company? And what advice can a top neuro-oncology innovator offer to those hoping to follow a similar path? Welcome to Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! — The podcast where we explore the extraordinary journ…

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#24 Decoding Brain Signals, Neuromorphic Computing, MEMS w/ NeuroEngineer Dr. Akshay Ananthakrishnan 54:53

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Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe Key Moments: 0:00 Introduction 4:36 Initial Interest in Neurotechnology 7:34 Exploring Diverse Fields of Interest: Neuromorphic Computing, Brain-Machine Interface, Heliostat Fields, Military Applications 10:51 MEMS 14:52 Bio-compatiblity and Bio-mimetic Systems in Neurotec…

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Connectomics in Pediatric Epilepsy: A Clinical Research Scientist's Career with Puck Reeders, PhD 1:18:34

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How do you turn massive clinical imaging data into insights that change lives? What does it take to move from a psychology undergrad to a pioneering role in pediatric brain research? And how can coding, connectomics, and curiosity shape a meaningful clinical career in neuroscience? In this inspiring episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, w…

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From Hobby to Startup: Pi-EEG and Neurotech Education Tools with Ildar Rakhmatulin, PhD 1:03:45

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How does a personal passion project turn into a groundbreaking neurotech startup? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ildar Rakhmatulin to explore his remarkable journey from academia to entrepreneurship — and how a global chip shortage sparked the creation of Pi-EEG, a Raspberry Pi-based BCI device that's transforming neuroscience education. Dis…

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#23 Neurotech Startup Writing Algos to Track Biomarkers- Connectome's Dr Rufus Mitchell-Heggs 36:29

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Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe Key Moments: 0:00 Introduction 3:02 Founding Story: Connectome Health 6:15 Inspiration for Company Name: Connectome Health 8:12 fNIRS Overview and Connectome’s Modality Agnostic Strategy 10:23 Hardware 11:26 Key Brain Metrics 13:16 Goal to Move into NeuroDiagnostics 13:59 …

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Computational Neuroscience, Connectomics, and Consciousness 1:29:42

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In this inaugural episode, Ariel sits down with Toviah Moldwin, PhD, to explore computational neuroscience. They discuss the similarities and differences between how biological brains and current AI models function and learn. They tackle the question of brain efficiency, particularly in language acquisition, debating the roles of innate biological …

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Curiosity, Leadership, and the Science of PTSD: Career Lessons from Prof. Deborah Beidel 1:21:02

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How can innovative technologies like VR and neuromodulation improve how we understand and treat PTSD? How can curiosity and leadership open doors in neuroscience and mental health? What does it take to build a meaningful career impacting millions? In this inspiring episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, Dr. Milena Korostenskaja (Dr. K) sit…

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#21 Reach Neuro: Spinal Stimulation to Restore Movement In Upper Limb Post-Stroke - CEO Marc Powell 31:37

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Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe Key Moments: 0:00 Introduction 3:17 Initial Interest in Neuroscience 4:50 Origin Story of Reach Neuro 6:16 Reach Neuro’s Avantis Platform 11:12 Reach Neuro Competitors 14:40 Navigating FDA Regulations and Breakthrough Device Designation 19:02 Research Tools and Product Dev…

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Neuroscience Alliance at UCF with Sudeepta Matha, Andrei Nesterenko, Mae Torra, Charisse Melendez, & Prof. Kiminobu Sugaya 1:32:39

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How can you take your career growth into your own hands? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we're diving into a story of initiative, inspiration, and empowerment led by the students of the Neuroscience Alliance at the University of Central Florida (UCF). Faced with a desire to expand their educational and career opportunities, …

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Leveraging Your PhD for the Neurotech Industry with Dr. Mustafa Hamada, at Mendi 1:14:53

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Are you wondering how to pivot from academia to the neurotech industry without starting from scratch? Many assume that moving from a PhD to industry means leaving much of their academic experience behind, but that's not necessarily the case. Welcome to this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, where we uncover how advanced academic skill…

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#20 Non-Invasive Neurostimulation for Sleep: Neurovalens CEO Jason McKeown 51:21

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Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe Key Moments: 0:00 Introduction 3:23 Initial Interest in Neuroscience/Neurotechnology 5:10 Neurovalens: Background, Timeline, Origins 7:52 Clinical Trials: Insomnia, Anxiety, Obesity, PTSD, Diabetes 8:40 Neurostimulation: Type and Target 10:40 Exploring Various Treatment Ty…

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#19 Building a Non-Invasive BCI/Neurotech Startup at 23: Synaptrix Co-Founder Aryan Govil 38:04

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Free Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe Key Moments 0:00 Introduction 2:22 Initial Interest in Neuroscience/Neurotech 4:17 Background and Origins of Synaptrix 6:15 Development of Neuralis Product 7:10 Benefits of Building a Product “In-House” 8:54 In-House Lab Build Out 10:41 Moving Quickly Through Regulatory St…

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Assistive Platform for BCI-AR Applications, with Andreas Forsland at Cognixion 1:08:10

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What if your brain could control augmented reality with just a thought? Imagine assistive devices empowering millions with ALS, stroke, or paralysis to communicate and interact like never before. Welcome to the Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! podcast featuring visionary innovator Andreas Forsland, Founder and CEO of Cognixion. A year ago, Andre…

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#18 Stealth Neurotech CEO, Dr. Lothar Krinke: Previously w/ Newronika, Welcony, Medtronic, McKinsey 33:49

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Please note this episode was recorded when Dr. Krinke was still in his former position as of CEO at Newronika. Key Moments 0:00 Introduction 5:01 Initial Interest in Neuroscience 7:04 Newronika: Background and Origins 9:11 Closed Loop Deep Brain Stimulation Methodology 12:39 Does Closed Loop DBS Pose Additional Risks? 15:20 Newronika WebBioBank 17:…

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#17 Returning Vision to the Blind Using Neurotech w/ Bionic Vision Technologies CEO Dr. Ash Attia 34:43

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Key Moments 0:00 Introduction 6:25 Master of Surgery Degree 7:57 Initial Interest in Neuroscience/Neurotechnology 9:37 Bionic Vision Technologies 13:56 BVT Clinical Trials 16:27 BVT Compared to Other Visual Prosthetics and Solutions 21:12 Patient Experiences: Regaining Vision and Confidence 23:11 Ties Between Cochlear and BVT 26:23 What’s Next for …

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AI & Surgical Data Science: Shaping Healthcare & Careers with Daniel Donoho, MD 1:26:36

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How is artificial intelligence transforming healthcare, and what new career opportunities are emerging at the intersection of AI and surgery? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, Milena Korostenskaja, PhD, interviews Daniel Donoho, MD, a pioneering pediatric and adult neurosurgeon at Children's National Hospital and George Washin…

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Wireless Neural Implant to Study Natural Behavior with Saehyuck Oh & Janghwan Jekal 51:11

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How can we record brain activity during natural behavior without bulky, restrictive devices? This question has challenged neuroscientists for years, but Saehyuck Oh and Janghwan Jekal from the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) have devised an innovative solution! In this episode of the BCI Award Neurocareers podcast series…

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Brainwave Authentication & Neurotech Security with Violeta Tulceanu 1:26:09

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What if your brainwaves could unlock doors, sign documents, and protect your most sensitive information without ever touching a keypad or fingerprint scanner? Welcome to a mind-bending episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! hosted by me, Milena Korostenskaja, a neurocareers coach and your guide into the world of neurotech! Today, I'm deligh…

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Non-Invasive Deep Brain Stimulation: International Neurotech Career with Emma Acerbo, PhD 1:08:22

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Have you heard of temporal interference (TI) electrical stimulation, a revolutionary concept of non-invasive deep brain stimulation (DBS)? Curious about what it takes to develop cutting-edge neuromodulation techniques while pursuing a scientific career across two continents? Welcome to the Women in Neurotech series on the Neurocareers: Doing the Im…

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Podcasting to Jumpstart Your Career with Stephen Hou, Harrison Canning, Mike McClellan, & Milena Korostenskaja 1:27:16

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Are you ready to boost your career in a unique way? Today's epsode is designed for anyone curious about starting a podcast—whether you want to explore it as a passion project, enhance your career, or dive into science communication. Welcome to a milestone moment – the 100th episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! For this special occasion, M…

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#16 Training Elite Athletes - Director of Concept Applications at NeuroTracker: Lee Sidebottom 56:40

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Key Moments 0:00 Lee Sidebottom Introduction: Director of Concept Applications at NeuroTracker 5:29 Initial Interest in Neuroscience 12:14 Brain Imaging Technologies Utilized: Currently qEEG. fMRI in Future? 14:55 Early Technology Transfer and Living with CEO 19:52 What is NeuroTracker Working On? Closed-Loop EEG, AR/VR 23:43 NeuroTuner - Exclusive…

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Decoding Internal Speech with Neural Engineer Sarah Wandelt, PhD 1:16:16

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What's the most significant impact you can make with your career—medicine or engineering? For Sarah Kim Wandelt, PhD, this question has a personal twist! While Sarah originally set out to become a medical doctor, her career led her to the fascinating world of neuroengineering and neurotechnologies. Meanwhile, her twin sister, who had dreamed of bei…

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#15 Wearables, Neurotech, Productivity, and Pitching Jason Calacanis w/ LifeStack Founder Nao Yukawa 25:57

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Nao Yukawa is a founder of the startup DeMind. Their main product is an app called Lifestack which helps you “Schedule Your Day with Energy in Mind” by using physiological data from your wearables and contextual data from your calendar and other sources. Nao and his cofounders at DeMind have had an exciting journey so far - they pivoted away from t…

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#14 Stroke Recovery: BCI Research, NeuroRehab, & VR/AR Assisted Physiotherapy - Dr. Iris Brunner 35:24

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Dr. Iris Brunner (PT, PhD) is an Associate Professor and Researcher at the University of Aarhus’ Hammel Neurocenter in Denmark. She works in the domain of physiotherapy and neuro-rehabilitation. She is both a researcher and a clinician. Her areas of interest include upper limb motor recovery after stroke, technology-assisted rehabilitation, and lif…

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Your Gateway to Neurotech: The NeuroTech Micro-Credential Program with Susan Boehnke, PhD 1:38:33

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Have you ever wondered where you can find the right educational path to dive into the cutting-edge world of neurotechnology? Whether you're an engineer eager to explore brain-computer interfaces or a neuroscientist looking to shift specializations, the challenge of finding accessible and credible educational resources can be daunting. Enter Dr. Sus…

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#13 Non-Invasive Neurotech/Signal Processing - Neudio & CorTec Founder: Joern Rickert 28:28

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Interview with Dr. Joern Rickert. He is the CEO of Neudio, a non-invasive neurotechnology company focused on brain wave modulation and generating music from brainwaves, with the goal of improving mental well-being through personalized music experiences. This episode covers a wide range of interesting topics, where Dr. Rickert and I discuss: his bac…

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Vestibular Training for All: Changing Lives One Spin at a Time with Sheila Thelen at Vestibular Training Services 1:12:41

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Balance and improved mobility for all? To create that, Sheila Thelen embarked on an entrepreneurial journey that's changing lives! 🎙 Welcome to another episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! – the podcast where we explore groundbreaking innovations in neuroscience and neurotechnology, hosted by Milena Korostenskaja, PhD, from The Institute …

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A Neurofeedback Expert's 22-Year Journey: Practitioner, Instructor, Co-Founder, Juan Ricardo Diaz, MFT 1:23:01

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How can neurotechnologies help you take control of your brain and improve your mental health? This question lies at the heart of our current episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! In this episode, we're joined by Juan Ricardo Diaz, the Co-Founder of PigPug Health and a neurofeedback expert with 22 years of experience. Juan has helped countl…

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Deep Learning Improves Optical Imaging-Based BCI for Limb Control, with Seungbin Park 1:02:43

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Ever wonder how we can decode fast limb movements using brain-computer interfaces with slow data acquisition, like in optical imaging? This challenge has long puzzled researchers, but Seungbin Park and her team, led by Dr. Maria Dadarlat at Purdue University, have come up with a groundbreaking solution! In this episode of the BCI Award Neurocareers…

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Giving the Voice Back: Speech Neuroprosthesis Meets Avatar, with Kaylo Littlejohn 1:20:08

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Imagine a world where the ability to speak and express thoughts and emotions is lost. How would someone navigate life in silence, cut off from the power of their own voice? This is the stark reality for individuals who suffer from near-complete paralysis, where communication becomes an overwhelming challenge. But what if there was a way to give the…

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Engineering Mental Health 50:34

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This episode features Paradromics CEO Matt Angle in a compelling discussion with Amit Etkin, Founder and CEO of Alto Neuroscience; Maryam Shanechi, Dean's Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Neuroscience, Computer Science, and Biomedical Engineering at USC; and Prasad Shirvalkar, Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery, Neurology …

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A BCI for Real-Time Hearing Diagnostics with Ben Somers PhD, MBA 1:20:13

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How do you accurately and objectively diagnose hearing loss, especially in children who might struggle to communicate their challenges? This problem has long puzzled clinicians and researchers alike. Traditional methods can be time-consuming and often require the patient's active participation—something not always possible with young children. Ente…

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#12 Eywa Neuro Co-Founder (& ex-Neuralink Engineer) Kaustubh Deshpande on making tiny brain implants 51:36

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Kaustubh Deshpande is the Co-Founder of Eywa Neuro. He previously spent time as an engineer at Neuralink and NeuroNexus. In our conversation we discuss clinical translation, the neurotech startup space, running your own company, India’s neurotech ecosystem, the founding of Eywa Neuro, the future of Eywa Neuro, how to break into neurotech, and more!…

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#11 Neurable & Vistim Labs Co-Founder, Serial Neurotech Entrepreneur – James Hamet 49:23

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James Hamet has been working in AI and neurotech since his undergrad days. He is a serial neurotech founder and has been deeply involved with both Neurable and Vistim Labs. Our interview covers a range of topics: his early days in neurotech, lessons learned from his time at Neurable, an overview of Vistim’s products/tech, his vision for the future …

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Restoring Movement and Sensation: The Double Neural Bypass with Prof. Chad Bouton 38:30

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Can we restore movement in patients with spinal cord injuries while also bringing back the sensation they've lost? In this episode of the BCI Award Neurocareers podcast series, we dive deep into this critical question with Prof. Chad Bouton, a pioneer in neuroengineering and bioelectronic medicine. Spinal cord injuries often lead to permanent loss …

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Naturalistic Sensations for Bionic Legs: Biomimetic BCI with Giacomo Valle, PhD 1:28:57

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How can we help people with prosthetic legs walk more easily and with less effort? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we explore this question with Giacomo Valle, PhD, a leading researcher in the field of biomimetic brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) and bionic legs. Dr. Valle and his colleagues at ETH Zürich have developed an in…

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Where There's Blood, There's Signal 1:48:35

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This episode features Paradromics CEO Matt Angle in a compelling discussion with Sumner Norman, Co-founder & CEO at Forest Neurotech; Ryan Field,CEO at Kernel; and Mary Lou Jepsen, Founder and CEO of Openwater. They share their career influences, discuss the challenges of managing interdisciplinary teams, and explore the future of neuroimaging and …

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#10 Neural & Human-Machine Interface Platform Tech of the Future: Wisear CEO Yacine Achiakh 1:04:43

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Interview with Yacine Achiakh. He is the CEO and co-founder of Wisear, a company working on building the neural interface and human-machine interface platform technology of the future. Their goal is to enable people to have seamless, voiceless, and touchless control over their everyday devices. Their first application of this technology is earbuds …