Renaissance Research
Exploring the Future of Brain Science
Renaissance Research
Exploring the Future of Brain Science
Exploring Cognitive Super Aging and Brain Science with Dr. Tamar Gefen
In this episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal sits down with Dr. Tamar Gefen, an Associate Professor at the Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology…
Empowering Future Scientists: The SARE Program at Johns Hopkins University
Guests:• Dr. Doug Robinson – Director of the Initiative for Careers in Science and Medicine, Johns Hopkins University• Pamela Hamm – Director of the Summer…
Exploring the Future of Alzheimer’s
In this enlightening episode of Research Renaissance, Deborah Westphal speaks with Dr. Robert Vassar, a renowned neuroscientist and Director of the Mesulam Center for Cognitive…
Pioneering Drug Delivery for Neurological Diseases
In this compelling episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal sits down with Afreen Allam, the CEO and founder of SiNON Nano Sciences and a…
Unraveling the Senses: Olfactory Bulb and Brain Function
Welcome to the latest episode of Research Renaissance, presented by the Karen Toffler Charitable Trust. I’m your host, Deborah Westphal, and today, we have the…
Unraveling ALS and Genetic Modifiers
In this insightful episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Zhe Zhang, a research associate at Johns Hopkins…
Neurovascular Breakthroughs: Exploring Alzheimer’s Treatments
In this enlightening episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Elisa Canepa, a neurobiologist and associate scientist from…
The Power of Strategic Communication in Healthcare
In this episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal sits down with Anne Woodbury, the founder and CEO of Cura Strategies, a healthcare communication and…
Neurovascular Dysfunction and Neuroinflammation in Alzheimer’s
In this episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal engages in an enlightening conversation with Ashley Carey, a PhD candidate and 2023 Toffler Scholar at…
Innovative Collaboration
Welcome to Research Renaissance, presented by the Karen Toffler Charitable Trust. In this episode, host Deborah Westphal sits down with Marissa Pettit Jones, the Director…
The Technology Advancing Alzheimer’s Research
In this episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal dives into a fascinating conversation with Dr. Sudeshna Das, Associate Professor of Neurology at Mass General…
The Future of Technology and Healthcare
In this episode of Research Renaissance, hosted by Deborah Westphal, we explore the future of technology and its impact on healthcare with guest Ian Kahn,…
Navigating the Future of Alzheimer’s Research
Dr. Bradley Hyman is a leading figure in Alzheimer’s disease research, serving as the Director of the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital…
Exploring Neurovirology
Dr. Maria Nagel is a distinguished neurovirologist specializing in the study of how viruses impact the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. With a particular…
Unlocking the Mysteries of Sleep
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Alon Avidan, a distinguished Professor of Neurology at UCLA and the Director of the UCLA Sleep Disorders…
Developing AI Tools for Dementia Screening
In this episode of Research Renaissance, Dr. Vijaya Kolachalama, associate professor at Boston University and a Toffler Scholar, discusses his pioneering work in developing software…
Navigating Health Policy and Public Advocacy
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Marci Nielsen, a prominent figure in healthcare policy and executive management. Dr. Nielsen shares her unique career journey…
Shedding Light on Alzheimer’s
In this episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal delves into the crucial topic of Alzheimer’s disease and the transformative efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. …
AI Meets Alzheimer’s
In this episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal sits down with Dr. Andrew Holbrook, an Assistant Professor of Biostatistics at UCLA and a 2023…
Non-Invasive Stimulation for Alzheimer’s
In this insightful episode of Research Renaissance, Dr. Alexandra Touroutoglou shares her extensive work on brain imaging and non-invasive brain stimulation techniques to treat Alzheimer’s…
The Complex Web of Protein Misfolding and Neurodegeneration
In this intriguing episode, Dr. Joseph Mazzulli, a 2022 Toffler Scholar, dives deep into the mechanisms of protein misfolding and amyloid formation, and their links…
Unveiling the Genetics of Brain and Body
In this episode of Research Renaissance, presented by the Karen Toffler Charitable Trust, host Deborah Westphal explores the intricate world of genetic research with Dr….
Exploring Vascular Dysfunction in Alzheimer’s
Welcome to Research Renaissance, presented by the Karen Toffler Charitable Trust. In this episode, host Deborah Westphal is joined by Dr. Silvia Fossati, Associate Professor…
Parkinson’s and Lewy Body Dementia – A Deep Dive into Cellular Mysteries
In this episode, Dr. Matt Lavoie discusses his pioneering work on Parkinson’s disease, exploring the intricate genetic factors and potential pathologies related to Lewy body…
Unraveling Alzheimer’s: Molecular Insight
In this episode, Dr. Jean-Pierre Roussarie, Assistant Professor at Boston University School of Medicine and a 2023 Toffler Scholar, joins host Deborah Westphal to discuss…
Bridging Innovations: From Research to Reality
In this episode, Dr. Lydia McClure, the newly appointed CEO of Research Bridge Partners, joins host Deborah Westphal to discuss the journey from laboratory discoveries…
Exploring Primary Progressive Aphasia
In this insightful episode of the Research Renaissance podcast, hosted by Deborah Westphal, Dr. Elena Barbereri, Research Assistant Professor at Northwestern University and a 2023…
The Intricate Dance of the Brain and Immune System in Parkinson’s Disease
In this episode, Dr. Adithya Gopinath shares his inspiring journey from a medical mystery patient to a pioneering researcher at the crossroads of neuroscience and…
Navigating the Future of Brain Health and Innovation
In this episode of Research Renaissance, presented by the Karen Toffler Charitable Trust, host Deborah Westphal is joined by Tom Hubbard, Senior Vice President at…
Bridging Cancer Research and Neurological Discoveries
In this compelling episode of Research Renaissance, host Deborah Westphal is joined by Dr. Ignaty Leshchiner, Associate Professor of Medicine at Boston University School of…
Navigating the Future of Brain Science
In this enlightening episode of Research Renaissance, we journey into the future of brain science with Dr. Amy Bernard, the Director of Life Science at…
Advancing Alzheimer’s Research with Stem Cells and Genetics
Welcome to the Research Renaissance podcast, brought to you by the Karen Toffler Charitable Trust. In this episode, host Deborah Westphal is joined by Dr….
Engineering Insights: Revolutionizing Brain Imaging
Welcome to Episode 3 of “Research Renaissance,” the podcast that dives into the evolving landscape of brain science, brought to you by the Karen Toffler…
Unveiling the Neurological Frontier: In Conversation with Dr. Theordore Zwang
Welcome to episode 2 “Research Renaissance,” the podcast that delves into the enigmatic world of brain science, showcasing the brilliant minds and groundbreaking research that…
Foundations of Futurism: Unveiling the Legacy of Alvin and Heidi Toffler
Welcome to the inaugural episode of “Research Renaissance,” a podcast where the frontiers of brain science unfold through engaging and insightful dialogues. Hosted by Deborah…
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