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Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#25 Stanford-Trained Electrical Engineer “Reverse Engineering the Brain” - Dr. Louis SchefferFree Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeKey Moments:0:00 Introduction1:12 Journey from Electrical Engineering to Neuroscience6:45 Initial Interest in Neuroscience 8:16 What is connectomics?11:45 Parallels Between Microchip Design and Neuroscience 14:22 Probabilistic Reconstruction in Connectomics19:46 Neurons Behaving Like Brain Regions In C. Elegans22:17 Incorporating Biological Knowledge into Reconstruction Models and Techniques25:47 Humans vs ML: Neuron Image Classification 28:05 Future of Connectomics31:20 Expansion Microscopy33:19 Genetic Barcoding34:25 Synchrotrons and X-Rays34:56 Com...2025-06-0559 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#24 Decoding Brain Signals, Neuromorphic Computing, MEMS w/ NeuroEngineer Dr. Akshay AnanthakrishnanFree Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeKey Moments:0:00 Introduction4:36 Initial Interest in Neurotechnology7:34 Exploring Diverse Fields of Interest: Neuromorphic Computing, Brain-Machine Interface, Heliostat Fields, Military Applications10:51 MEMS14:52 Bio-compatiblity and Bio-mimetic Systems in Neurotech18:12 Neuromorphic Computing in Brain-Computer Interfaces22:14 Integrating Device Engineering with Computing in Post-Doc24:19 Challenges in Data Storage and Processing27:19 MEMS Experience Transferring to Semi-Conductor Fabrication28:38 Neuromorphic Computing Strategy for Neural Implants30:41 Water-based Resistive Switches for Neuromorphic Connections 2025-05-2154 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#23 Neurotech Startup Writing Algos to Track Biomarkers- Connectome's Dr Rufus Mitchell-HeggsFree Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeKey Moments:0:00 Introduction3:02 Founding Story: Connectome Health6:15 Inspiration for Company Name: Connectome Health8:12 fNIRS Overview and Connectome’s Modality Agnostic Strategy10:23 Hardware11:26 Key Brain Metrics13:16 Goal to Move into NeuroDiagnostics13:59 Scientific Validity and Research Behind Connectome’s Metrics15:27 Strategy to Eventually Enter Clinical Space18:07 Connectome User Experience 25:44 Current State of Connectome Health: Pre-Launch, Fundraising 27:02 Long-Term Vision for Connectome Health29:47 Advice for St...2025-05-0836 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#22 YC Startup Building a Foundation Model for the Brain - Piramidal AI Co-Founder Kris PahujaFree Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeKey Moments:0:00 Introduction: University, First Startup, Corporate Experience2:44 Initial Interest in AI and Neuroscience 4:24 Founding Story of Piramidal5:49 Y Combinator: Learnings and Experiences7:35 Product: Foundation Model for the Brain9:47 Competitive Landscape12:05 Short Term Vision, Long Term Vision, Place within Neurotech Ecosystem13:09 Day-to-Day as Neurotech Startup Executive14:19 Entrepreneurship Lifestyle15:05 Corporate Lessons for the Startup World15:58 Advice for Breaking into Neurotech and Startups17:02 Predictions f...2025-05-0119 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#21 Reach Neuro: Spinal Stimulation to Restore Movement In Upper Limb Post-Stroke - CEO Marc PowellFree Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeKey Moments:0:00 Introduction3:17 Initial Interest in Neuroscience4:50 Origin Story of Reach Neuro6:16 Reach Neuro’s Avantis Platform11:12 Reach Neuro Competitors14:40 Navigating FDA Regulations and Breakthrough Device Designation19:02 Research Tools and Product Development Feedback Loops20:46 What is Next for Reach Neuro?22:49 Algorithms and Spinal Anatomy24:51 Breaking into Neurotech: Advice for Aspiring Professionals26:28 The Jump from Academia to a Startup in Neurotech28:14 The Future of...2025-04-0931 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#20 Non-Invasive Neurostimulation for Sleep: Neurovalens CEO Jason McKeownFree Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribeKey Moments:0:00 Introduction3:23 Initial Interest in Neuroscience/Neurotechnology5:10 Neurovalens: Background, Timeline, Origins7:52 Clinical Trials: Insomnia, Anxiety, Obesity, PTSD, Diabetes 8:40 Neurostimulation: Type and Target10:40 Exploring Various Treatment Types with Neurovalens17:29 Patient Experience20:40 Target Nerves and Brain Regions22:56 Competitors and Differentiators25:32 What is next for Neurovalens?27:34 Commercialization29:55 Patient Education30:39 Refund if it doesn’t work31:53 Wellness Device - Big Learnings and...2025-02-1751 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#19 Building a Non-Invasive BCI/Neurotech Startup at 23: Synaptrix Co-Founder Aryan GovilFree Neurotech Newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe Key Moments 0:00 Introduction 2:22 Initial Interest in Neuroscience/Neurotech 4:17 Background and Origins of Synaptrix 6:15 Development of Neuralis Product 7:10 Benefits of Building a Product “In-House” 8:54 In-House Lab Build Out 10:41 Moving Quickly Through Regulatory Stages 11:40 Guardrails Helping Keep Safety and Efficacy Paramount 13:34 Saffron 1 Model 17:01 Saffron 2 and 3 in Development 18:08 Generalizability (“Fluid Matrices that Respond in Real Time to Brain Data) 18:50 Why More Bandwidth is Useful 19:5...2025-01-2138 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#18 Stealth Neurotech CEO, Dr. Lothar Krinke: Previously w/ Newronika, Welcony, Medtronic, McKinseyPlease note this episode was recorded when Dr. Krinke was still in his former position as of CEO at Newronika. Key Moments 0:00 Introduction 5:01 Initial Interest in Neuroscience 7:04 Newronika: Background and Origins 9:11 Closed Loop Deep Brain Stimulation Methodology 12:39 Does Closed Loop DBS Pose Additional Risks? 15:20 Newronika WebBioBank 17:07 Data Science/AI: Detecting Waking Up & Freezing of Gait Directly Through the Brain 20:47 What’s Next for Newronika 22:39 Clinical Trial Framework 23:41 Advice: How to Get Involved in Neurotech...2025-01-1433 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#17 Returning Vision to the Blind Using Neurotech w/ Bionic Vision Technologies CEO Dr. Ash AttiaKey Moments 0:00 Introduction 6:25 Master of Surgery Degree 7:57 Initial Interest in Neuroscience/Neurotechnology 9:37 Bionic Vision Technologies 13:56 BVT Clinical Trials 16:27 BVT Compared to Other Visual Prosthetics and Solutions 21:12 Patient Experiences: Regaining Vision and Confidence 23:11 Ties Between Cochlear and BVT 26:23 What’s Next for BVT? 28:37 Neurotech CEO: Day-to-Day Picture 30:16 How to Get Involved in Neurotech 32:57 The Future of Neurotech 34:07 Conclusion and Contact Info Host: Robert Murcko Recorded: January 16, 2024 2025-01-0934 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#16 Training Elite Athletes - Director of Concept Applications at NeuroTracker: Lee SidebottomKey Moments 0:00 Lee Sidebottom Introduction: Director of Concept Applications at NeuroTracker 5:29 Initial Interest in Neuroscience 12:14 Brain Imaging Technologies Utilized: Currently qEEG. fMRI in Future? 14:55 Early Technology Transfer and Living with CEO 19:52 What is NeuroTracker Working On? Closed-Loop EEG, AR/VR 23:43 NeuroTuner - Exclusive Details - Never Publicly Mentioned Before 32:37 Study with US Air Force: Pilot Training Next 34:28 Learning Curves of Various Populations 37:05 Study with Stock Market Traders 37:53 Longitudinal Study NFL/NHL Combines 39:05 Study with Special Forces 2024-10-2456 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#15 Wearables, Neurotech, Productivity, and Pitching Jason Calacanis w/ LifeStack Founder Nao YukawaNao Yukawa is a founder of the startup DeMind. Their main product is an app called Lifestack which helps you “Schedule Your Day with Energy in Mind” by using physiological data from your wearables and contextual data from your calendar and other sources. Nao and his cofounders at DeMind have had an exciting journey so far - they pivoted away from their original idea, are finding some solid traction with this one, raised an investment round to help super charge their growth, and even pitched to legendary angel investor Jason Calacanis. Regarding whats next: in the future, Lifestack may suppor...2024-10-1925 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#14 Stroke Recovery: BCI Research, NeuroRehab, & VR/AR Assisted Physiotherapy - Dr. Iris BrunnerDr. Iris Brunner (PT, PhD) is an Associate Professor and Researcher at the University of Aarhus’ Hammel Neurocenter in Denmark. She works in the domain of physiotherapy and neuro-rehabilitation. She is both a researcher and a clinician. Her areas of interest include upper limb motor recovery after stroke, technology-assisted rehabilitation, and life after stroke. Current projects include brain-computer interface training for patients, digital monitoring, and high intensity gait training. She also has a deep interest in clinical translation of research. Our conversation mainly centers on the use of technology in neuro-rehab and stroke recovery. We also discuss what the futu...2024-10-1635 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#13 Non-Invasive Neurotech/Signal Processing - Neudio & CorTec Founder: Joern RickertInterview with Dr. Joern Rickert. He is the CEO of Neudio, a non-invasive neurotechnology company focused on brain wave modulation and generating music from brainwaves, with the goal of improving mental well-being through personalized music experiences. This episode covers a wide range of interesting topics, where Dr. Rickert and I discuss: his background in neurotechnology and entrepreneurship from Cortec, the challenges and advantages of non-invasive vs. invasive neurotechnologies, the differences in signal processing, Neudio's 'closed-loop' approach to brain activity modulation, comparisons with other neurotechnology companies like Neurable, and future outlook for the company and the broader neurotechnology field. Recorded...2024-10-1028 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#12 Eywa Neuro Co-Founder (& ex-Neuralink Engineer) Kaustubh Deshpande on making tiny brain implantsKaustubh Deshpande is the Co-Founder of Eywa Neuro. He previously spent time as an engineer at Neuralink and NeuroNexus. In our conversation we discuss clinical translation, the neurotech startup space, running your own company, India’s neurotech ecosystem, the founding of Eywa Neuro, the future of Eywa Neuro, how to break into neurotech, and more! Recorded: January 15, 2024. Hosts: Robert Murcko and Yuqing Wang. Key Moments: 0:00 Intro 8:13 Initial Interest in Neurotechnology 13:07 Clinical Translation Wisdom 16:39 Polyimide Trade Space 22:17 Building Your Own Company vs Working at a St...2024-08-2751 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#11 Neurable & Vistim Labs Co-Founder, Serial Neurotech Entrepreneur – James HametJames Hamet has been working in AI and neurotech since his undergrad days. He is a serial neurotech founder and has been deeply involved with both Neurable and Vistim Labs. Our interview covers a range of topics: his early days in neurotech, lessons learned from his time at Neurable, an overview of Vistim’s products/tech, his vision for the future of the space (both short term and long term), the differences between going bootstrapped vs VC-funded, advice for founders, and more. Recorded: March 7, 2024. Host: Robert Murcko. Key Moments: 0:00 Intro 3:45 Initi...2024-08-2149 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#10 Neural & Human-Machine Interface Platform Tech of the Future: Wisear CEO Yacine AchiakhInterview with Yacine Achiakh. He is the CEO and co-founder of Wisear, a company working on building the neural interface and human-machine interface platform technology of the future. Their goal is to enable people to have seamless, voiceless, and touchless control over their everyday devices. Their first application of this technology is earbuds outfitted with electrodes that can pick up biosignals (EEG, EMG, EOG, etc.) and convert them into control signals for various devices. This episode is jam-packed with interesting and useful information from start to finish. Yacine and I talk for over an hour...2024-07-251h 04

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#9 VCU Bioengineering Research Scientist Dr. Geetanjali Bendale on Nerve Regeneration & RepairInterview with VCU Bioengineering Research Scientist Dr. Geetanjali Bendale. Some of the topics we discuss include her current work in nerve repair and regeneration, her past work in bioelectronics/neurotechnology, translating basic science into the clinic, partnerships with surgeon scientists, the future of neurotech, and advice for students looking to get into this space. Recorded January 15, 2024. Host: Robert Murcko Key Moments: 0:00 Introduction 6:38 Initial Interest in Neuroscience? 7:18 Dreams of Being a Surgeon 9:53 Amazed by the Details of Neurobiology 12:43 Neuromodulation w/ Miniature Wireless Stimulator for Small Peripheral Nerves ...2024-07-1749 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#8 Diagnostic Biochips CEO Greg Alden on NeuroTech Innovation, Parkinson’s, Management, and moreInterview with Greg Alden. He is the CEO of Diagnostic Biochips – a company providing high fidelity research tools to neuroscientists for electrophysiology and more. He spent the early years of his career optimizing data communications to solve big problems in the domains of broadband and mobile communications. He now brings this set of useful expertise to the neurotech world. We have a conversation talking about everything from the future of neurotechnology innovation, Greg’s journey into the field (in part sparked by his diagnosis with a neurological condition), management principles for a technical organization, and more! Recorded January 16, 2024. Hosts: Robert...2024-07-0948 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#7 Studying Psychedelics, Sex, and More with fMRI Imaging – Dr. Matthew Wall, NeuroscientistInterview with Dr. Matthew Wall. He is a neuroscientist, psychologist, and fMRI (brain imaging) specialist with Imperial College London and Invicro (a CRO focused on medical imaging). His research has explored the domains of neuropsychopharmacology, addiction, psychedelics, cannabis, sex hormones, pain, weight loss, and much more. We discuss Dr. Wall’s journey into the field, his recent projects, innovations in fMRI & medical imaging, how AI is going to change everything, and the future of neurotech. Recorded January 11, 2024. Host: Robert Murcko Key Moments 0:00 Intro 3:56 What are you working on now? (Sex, Cannabis, Psychede...2024-06-2846 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#6 Bia Neuroscience CEO/Founder Michael ByrneInterview with Michael Byrne, the CEO and Co-Founder of sleep-focused neurotech startup, Bia Neuroscience. We discuss the importance of sleep, Michael’s journey into the realm of sleep technology, Bia’s product and differentiation, finding technical co-founders, team building as a business focused executive, aligning business/technical strategies, the future of neurotech, advice for young people looking to break into the space, and more! Recorded March 20, 2024. Host: Robert Murcko Key Moments 0:00 Intro 4:38 Initial Interest in Neuroscience and Neurotechnology 5:50 Interest in Sleep 7:45 Founding Story of Bia Neuroscience ...2024-06-1942 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#5 Caitlin Baltzer MYndspan CEO/Founder on MEG and Brain AnalyticsInterview with Caitlin Baltzer, the CEO and Co-Founder of neuroimaging and brain analytics startup, MYndspan. She shares some details about Magnetoencephalography (MEG), the modality her startup uses for neuroimaging. She also gives us the story behind MYndspan’s founding and how she ended up where she is today. You’ll see some clues about what’s next for MYndspan and a short conversation about the future of neurotech at large. Recorded March 18, 2024. Host: Robert Murcko Key Moments: 0:00 Intro 4:50 Initial Interest in Neuroscience and Neurotechnology 6:43 MYndspan Founding and Timeline 10:20 Imag...2024-06-0543 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#4 Dr. Avinash Singh on Neuroadaptive Brain-Computer InterfacesInterview with Dr. Avinash Singh. He is a professor at the University of Technology, Sydney working on Neuroadaptive brain-computer interfaces, neuroethics, and standardization in the space of neurotechnology. Recorded January 8, 2024. Host: Robert Murcko Key Moments: 0:00 Intro 2:16 Initial Interest in Neurotechnology 5:03 Dr. Warwick’s Early Brain-Computer Interface 6:17 Transition into Neurotech 9:37 Standardization in the BCI Research Community 16:56 Neuro-Adaptive BCIs 23:21 Neural Signature of Prediction Error 26:30 Machine Learning (Reinforcement Learning with Human Feedback) for Neuro-Adaptive BCIs 33:32 Neuroethics 41:23 Transhumanism 49...2024-05-2857 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#3 Dr. Christoph Guger, g.tec Medical Engineering-CEOInterview with Dr. Christoph Guger, the CEO of g.tec Medical Engineering and an innovator in the field of neurotechnology and BCI. We have a wide ranging discussion spanning from his personal journey to get to where he is today, specifics about his company, the early days of neurotechnology, the future of neurotechnology, and more! Recorded January 24, 2024. Host: Robert Murcko Key Moments: 0:00 Intro 2:21 Initial Interest in Neurotechnology 3:28 Background on g.tec 8:11 RecoveriX 14:03 EEG Biomarker of Neuroplasticity 15:55 g.tec Brain Computer Interface System (g.bc...2024-05-1438 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#2 Dr. Marijin Lijffijt, NeuropsychopharmacologistInterview with Dr. Marijin Lijffijt who is a neuropsychopharmacologist by training and now works as a consultant for various biotech and pharma start-ups. We talk about his transition from being a PI in academia to the start-up world, some of the projects related to EEG biomarkers that he is currently working on, how relatively little the world knows about mental health disorders, paths to finding out more about these disorders (which may lead to better treatments and identification), the future of neurotech, and more! Recently he has worked with Sage Therapeutics and Sama Therapeutics. Recorded January 2, 2024. Host: Robert Murcko...2024-05-0735 min

Dynamic Neurotech Podcast#1: Dr. Paul Le Floch, CEO AxoftInterview with Dr. Paul Le Floch. We talk about his journey thus far, his start-up (Axoft), clinical translation, the current neurotech landscape, the future of neurotech, and more. Recorded: January 15, 2024. Co-hosts: Robert Murcko and Yuqing Wang. [Subscribe to free neurotech newsletter: https://neurotechnologynews.beehiiv.com/subscribe]. [Axoft Website: https://axoft.us/]2024-05-0431 min