Podcast
Discover Neuro Logic, a Podcast from the Center for Vital Longevity
The Center for Vital Longevity’s podcast series, Neuro Logic, is brought to you by our talented graduate students, Amber Kidwai and Sarah Monier, from the Functional Neuroimaging of Memory Laboratory (fNIM Lab).
In each episode, Amber and Sarah sit down with leading scientists to discuss strategies for promoting cognitive health throughout life. The series also dives into cutting-edge research in cognitive neuroscience, offering listeners a deep dive into the complexities of the brain. Whether you’re a science enthusiast or just interested in keeping your mind sharp, this podcast has something for everyone.
If you haven’t tuned in yet, make sure to catch up on past episodes and stay in the loop by following us on Spotify and other major platforms!
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.
Understanding Spatial Awareness and Cognitive Control with Dr. Clayton Curtis
In this episode we meet with Dr. Clayton Curtis, a Professor at New York University’s Department of Psychology and Center for Neural Science. He explores how our brains help us understand and interact with the world around us, particularly in terms of spatial awareness and cognitive control. His research includes topics like working memory, attention, and motor control.
Why Women’s Brain Health Deserves a Closer Look in Alzheimer’s Research with Dr. Rachel Buckley
In this episode we meet Dr. Rachel Buckley, an Associate Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Her research focuses on sex differences in risk for Alzheimer’s disease, with a particular focus on women’s brain health in neurodegenerative disease. She holds multiple NIH grants, as well as a fellowship from the Alzheimer’s Association, that seek to examine the role of menopause, sex hormones and the X chromosome to impact risk and resilience to Alzheimer’s disease in both men and women.
The Adaptive Brain: How Our Emotions and Goals Shape Memory with Dr. Vishnu Murty
Dr. Vishnu Murty is an Assistant Professor at the University of Oregon and Director of the Adaptive Memory Lab. His research focusses on the affect of different motivational and emotional states on memory and decision-making. He also studies the role of memory in adaptive behavior and in the domain of psychosis and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Tau Delta: The Unlikely Fraternity of Youth Football Players and Alzheimer’s patients with Dr. Elizabeth Davenport
Dr. Elizabeth Davenport is an Assistant Professor of Radiology and Technical Director of the MEG Center of Excellence at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Her research focuses on the effects of head impacts on the brain, using cutting edge imaging techniques to explore the relationship between repeated head impacts and neurodegenerative disorders.
Optimizing Future Health and Financial Decision-Making: Lessons From and For Aging
Dr. Shayna Rosenbaum is a Professor and York Research Chair in the Department of Psychology, as well as a member of the Vision: Science to Applications (VISTA) Program at York University. She is also an Associate Scientist at the Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest. Her research explores how memory is represented in the brain, the impact of brain damage on cognitive functions, and strategies for managing memory deficits in patients. In this episode, we delve into the various types of memory and discuss how memory influences decision-making.
The Impact of Dementia on Memory, Imagination and Joy with Dr. Muireann Irish
Dr. Muireann Irish is a Professor at the University of Sydney in the School of Psychology and Brain and Mind Centre. Her research focuses on understanding the neural processes that underpin memory, imagination, and emotional experience, especially in relation to dementia and aging. In this episode we discuss how dementia affects memory, the role of imagination in preserving cognitive function, and how these changes impact the experience of joy.
