Podcast
Introducing: A New Podcast Series by CVL
The Center for Vital Longevity is launching a groundbreaking Podcast Series, brought to you by our talented graduate students, Amber Kidwai and Sarah Monier, from the Functional Neuroimaging of Memory Laboratory (fNIM Lab).
The podcast will feature conversations with leading scientists who share their insights and suggestions to promote cognitive health for life, as well as reviews of cutting edge research in cognitive neuroscience. Whether you are a science enthusiast or simply interested in keeping your mind sharp, this podcast offers valuable insights into the workings of our most complex organ.
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Episodes
How Brain Conditions Affect Memory with Dr. Bradley Lega
Dr. Lega is a Neurosurgeon and Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center. His research involves using advanced techniques to explore the affect of brain conditions on memory function.
Hearing Loss and Brain Health with Dr. Frank Lin
Dr. Frank R. Lin, MD is a hearing loss expert from Johns Hopkins University. We discuss his pivotal research on the profound implications of adult hearing loss, stimulating advancements in federal policies and initiatives for accessible, affordable, and effective hearing care. We also learn about the connection of hearing loss to brain health and cognitive decline.
Understanding Human Brain Networks with Dr. Gagan Wig
Dr. Wig is an Associate Professor at UT Dallas and Director of the Wig Neuroimaging Lab at CVL. His research focuses on understanding large scale human brain networks with a focus on memory and attentional processes, and how these are impacted by aging and by the environment.
The Cognitive Neuroscience of Emotion with Dr. Aaron Heller
Dr. Aaron Heller is a Clinical Psychologist, Affective Neuroscientist and Associate Professor at the University of Miami’s McKnight Brain Institute. His research focuses on the relationship between emotions and psychopathology, understanding how individual differences in emotion processing in the brain are related to depression and well-being.
