On The Brain

On The Brain

by University of Calgary Trainees
Science
Season 2
Demystifying Neurotechnology: NeurAlbertaTech's Mission to Educate and Innovate
Join us for this interesting episode featuring Sam Storey, a PhD student and the president of NeurAlbertaTech at the University of Calgary. Sam tells us about the wide range of events they hold, how NAT could help bring your ideas to life, and recent advances in neurotechnology at the University and beyond. Music from #Uppbeat License code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36W
S2 · E10
Jan 27, 2024
26:05
Academia Across Countries: A Personal Experience and Advice on Pursuing International Scientific Opportunities
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to move countries to pursue academia? Have you already moved internationally to come to the HBI? Join this conversation with post doctoral fellow Dr. Júlia Canet Pons as she describes her academic journey across three countries. Listen to hear her advice for those who are interested in international experience, or those who have traveled from abroad to join the HBI. Music from #Uppbeat License code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36W
S2 · E9
Dec 4, 2023
26:28
Decoding Mysteries of Cognition With the Power of Big Data
Join us in this interesting episode featuring Kelsey Harkness, PhD student who will share about her research on cutting-edge data analysis that is revolutionizing our understanding of cognition, behavior, and the mysteries of consciousness. Imagine, decoding the very essence of who we are through the power of data. Music from #UppbeatLicense code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36W
S2 · E8
Dec 1, 2023
16:34
From Research to Entrepreneurship: Navigating the Business World after Grad School
Are grad students learning how to start a company, or function in industry without even knowing it? Join us as we speak to Dr. Ty McKinney, Co-founder of 8 Bit Cortex and Chief Science Officer of PEERX.AI, about cultivating skills like project management, programming, and science communication during your degree. We learn about his journey from graduate student to entrepreneur, identifying a problem worth solving, and maintaining work-life balance. Music from #UppbeatLicense code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36W
S2 · E7
Nov 20, 2023
26:37
Ideas to Impact: Funding Innovative Neuroscience With the BranchOut Neurological Foundation
BranchOut Neurological Foundation has funded many trainees in the HBI over the years as they create and execute impactful science. Today, we sit down with Dr. Ty McKinney, the research director for BranchOut, to talk about how he ended up working for the foundation, BranchOut’s mission, and how their funding is supporting up-and-coming impactful neuroscience in Canada. Music from #UppbeatLicense code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36W
S2 · E6
Nov 6, 2023
14:36
Balancing Time: Aging, Neurotech, and the Science of Stability
We may not think about our ears as being involved in the aging process, but the organs inside them slowly deteriorate over time, and with that our balance. Today, we talk with PhD student Jordan King, who is applying neurotechnology to help prevent falls in older adults. Join us as we discuss how technology and health converge, how to integrate clinical research with industry, and interventions for aging. Music from #UppbeatLicense code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36W
S2 · E5
Oct 27, 2023
12:19
Cognitive Combatants: Unveiling Neuroscience in the Fight Game
What happens when you mix technology from industry with a passionate fighter and researcher? Join us as we dive into the world of combat sports, trying to find a better way to track damage to the brain over time. Today, our guest is Chris Banman, a PhD student in the lab of Dr. Ryan Peters. We talk about the journey of merging his passion for sports with research, the importance of finding a way to measure damage in combat sports, and how to gain industry experience while in grad school.Music from #UppbeatLicense code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36WSound effects sourced from Pixabay
S2 · E4
Oct 23, 2023
20:00
Pathways to Success: Navigating Careers in Clinical Trials for Grad Students
We all get asked what we’re planning on doing after our degrees, but how many of us are actually aware of the options that exist beyond academia? Join us as we talk to Taylor Low, a project manager at Centricity Research. She takes us through her journey beyond grad school and into the world of clinical trials. We talk about the process of finding a job that you love after your graduate degree, what working in clinical trials can look like, and the multitude of skills gained during grad school that are transferable to industry. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/seawaterLicense code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36W
S2 · E3
Oct 13, 2023
42:26
Navigating Mental Health in Grad School: Burnout, Self Care, and Imposter Syndrome
What are your options if you are burnt out? What options are available on the Foothills campus for self care? Join the second half of our conversation with Keisha and Johanna from the Student Advocacy and Wellness Hub where we focused on topics that are common struggles among graduate students: burnout, self care, and imposter syndrome.SAWH bookings and resources: https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/student-advocacy-wellness-hub/services/all-csm-learners Mental health resources: https://hbi.ucalgary.ca/hbito/resources/mental-health Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/seawaterLicense code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36W
S2 · E2
Oct 6, 2023
29:36
Navigating Mental Health in Grad School: Accessing Help
How do you know when you need help and how do you get help? Join Keisha, the lead therapist and Johanna, the manager from the Student Advocacy and Wellness Hub for a conversation on accessing help with mental health in grad school. We discuss topics from what resources are available for grad students to what accessing counselling at the SAW Hub looks like. SAWH bookings and resources: https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/student-advocacy-wellness-hub/services/all-csm-learners Mental health resources: https://hbi.ucalgary.ca/hbito/resources/mental-health Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/seawaterLicense code: ZOE7PROYCUJJB36W
S2 · E1
Sep 28, 2023
25:33
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