DNA science. Artificial intelligence. Smartphones and 3D printers. Science and technology have transformed the world we live in. But how did we get here? It wasn’t by accident. Well, sometimes it was. It was also the result of hard work, teamwork, and competition. And incredibly surprising moments. Hosted by bestselling author Steven Johnson (“How We Got To Now”), American Innovations uses immersive scenes to tell the stories of the scientists, engineers, and ordinary people behind the great ...
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68: How to understand your brain with MEG? With Caitlin from MYndspan
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On this episode, Caitlin Baltzer, CEO and Co-founder of MYndspan helps us imagine a world where access to information on how our brain works is at our fingertips. MYndspan is a platform which uses a unique brain scanning technology called magnetoencephalography or more easily known as the MEG scanner. This non-invasive, millimetre-accurate scanning can offer a new perspective on brain function. The data can provide early detection for neurodegenerative illnesses and also provide new intelligence for personalised day-to-day brain health interventions. We start the journey with Caitlin with her banking career in Toronto. Discover: How working on due diligence of a new technology led her to MEG How she began learning about magnetoencephalography or MEG How joining the manufacturer of the brain scanner after their acquisition led to MYndspan How the MEG scanner is more effective than an MRI at diagnosing ‘invisible injuries’ such as neural trauma How MYndspan is being expanded for general use in the UK and Canada How MYndspan appointments can give you a comprehensive view of your brain functioning How MYndspan can visualise information for effective lifestyle changes How 40% of dementias could be preventable using MEG How people can use the information to make effective interventions How their goal is to partner with research institutions How they’re currently setting up a London site for 100% accessibility Guest: Caitlin Baltzer Website: https://myndspan.com/ Host: Dr Vinay Shankar Website: https://www.oncedaily.co Podcast: 15 Minutes With The Doctor
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