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Hot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Why Teens Tune Out: The Science Behind Selective Hearing - Neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski with Andy Park on ABC RN DriveWhy Teens Tune Out: The Science Behind Selective Hearing - Neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski speaks to host Andy Park on ABC RN DriveThis episode explores the intriguing phenomenon of selective hearing in teenagers, particularly focusing on why they may not respond to their mother's voice. Neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski discusses research from Stanford University that examines brain activity in children and teenagers when listening to their mother's voice versus unfamiliar voices. The findings reveal significant differences in brain responses pre- and post-puberty, suggesting evolutionary reasons for these changes....
2026-01-0204 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)A stroke of bad luck? Exploring the Stroke Drug BottleneckThis is the extended version of an episode which aired live on the ABC Radio National Health Report. https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/healthreport/improving-stroke-research/11515796 SummaryThis conversation explores the personal experience of a stroke survivor, the complexities of stroke treatment, the challenges in biomedical research, and the ethical considerations surrounding animal testing. It highlights the need for improved research methodologies and the importance of recovery in the journey after a stroke.Guests:Adrian O'MalleyStroke patientProfessor David HowellsProfessor of...
2026-01-0210 min
Hot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Australian Neuroscience Society annual conference - chatting to a range of researchersThe 2025 Australasian Neuroscience Society Conference landed in Dr Lila Landowski’s hometown of Hobart—and with so many brilliant researchers descending on the city, she couldn’t resist getting them on the mic to share what they’re working on.This segment is a little different to the usual: you won't hear much from Lila, and instead, you’ll hear from five Australian neuroscientists, each giving a snapshot of their fascinating research.Professor Jason Mattingly- President of the Australasian Neuroscience Society & University of Queensland/Queensland Brain InstituteDr Carly Cullen- University of Queensland, Mater Research Institute.Professor Anthony Ha...
2026-01-0215 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Minds Under Siege: Your Brain in the digital era with neuroscientist Dr Lila LandowskiMinds Under Siege: Your Brain in the digital era with neuroscientist Dr Lila LandowskiLila spoke to Kylie Baxter live on ABC Radio Hobart Drive program on 6 August 2025Dr Lila LandowskiNeuroscientist and Senior Lecturer, UTAS;Vice President and Director, Science & Technology Australia;Fides Member, World Health OrganisationOpinions and perspectives shared here are Lila's, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the organisations she works for and represents.Keywordstechnology, AI, mental health, social media...
2026-01-0209 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Debunking brain myths with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski with Helen Shield on ABC RadioDebunking Brain Myths: we use more than 10% of our brain, the left-right brain conundrum, the truth about learning styles: neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski chats to host Helen Shield on ABC RadioKeywordsbrain myths, learning styles, neuroscience, education, intelligence, brain games, memory, teaching methods, cognitive science, psychologySummaryIn this conversation, Dr. Lila Landowski, neuroscientist, discusses various myths surrounding brain function and learning. She debunks the myth that we only use 10% of our brains, explaining that all parts of the brain are...
2025-12-3107 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Rejuvenating Memory: The Science of Young CSF, Insights from Mice Studies - with Neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski on ABC Radio National Drive hosted by Andy ParkRejuvenating Memory: The Science of Young CSF, Insights from Mice Studies - with Neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski on ABC Radio National Drive hosted by Andy ParkThis episode delves into groundbreaking research on memory improvement in mice, exploring how cerebrospinal fluid from young mice can rejuvenate the memory of older mice. Neuroscientist Lila Landowski discusses the role of fibroblast growth factor 17 in enhancing brain function, drawing parallels to the potential implications for human brain health.memory improvement, cerebrospinal fluid, fibroblast growth factor 17, neuroscience, brain health, mice research
2025-12-3102 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Selective hearing of teens, improving memory in old mice, and PFAS in firefighters - Research Filter with Neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski on ABC Radio National Drive with Andy Park,Neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski speaks on ABC Radio National Drive with Andy Park, discussing three new studies - one on the selective hearing of teens, improving memory in old mice, and PFAS in firefightersKeywordsneuroscience, aging, memory, teenagers, selective hearing, blood donation, fibroblast growth factor, cerebrospinal fluid, oligodendrocytes, PFASSummaryIn this conversation, neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski discusses groundbreaking research on aging, memory enhancement, and the unique auditory processing of teenagers. She explains how specific proteins can rejuvenate memory in older mice and explores the shift in...
2025-12-3109 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)12 questions to help you assess your dementia risk with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - ABC Radio National Drive12 questions to help you assess your dementia risk with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - aired on 24 September 2024 on ABC Radio National Drive with Andy ParkTake The New York Times quiz: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/09/03/well/mind/brain-health-quiz-dementia-depression-stroke.html Has a health care provider ever told you that your blood pressure is high?Has a health care provider ever told you that your blood sugar is high or your hemoglobin A1c is elevated?Has a health care provider ever told you that your cholesterol is elevated and that you need to...
2025-12-3012 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Dementia & How to keep your brain healthy with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - ABC Radio National, Life Matters ProgramDementia is one of the words we dread hearing. Along with cancer, it's the diagnosis we fear most. Despite advances in research and promising results from new drugs, there is currently no cure.However, it is not an inevitable part of the aging process, so prevention is key when warding off dementia.To help you keep your brain and the brains of your loved ones healthy, Dr. Lila Landowski, a neuroscientist and lecturer at the University of Tasmania, has some tips based on the more recent research.Guest: Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist at the...
2025-12-3005 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Mental Blanks with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - ABC Radio National, Life Matters ProgramMental Blanks with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski, on ABC Radio National, Life Matters ProgramNew research suggests that mental blanks should be treated as their own distinct mental state. So, what’s happening up there when the things go blank? Guest: Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist at the University of Tasmania; Vice President of Science & Technology Australia; Fides Member World Health Organisation.Credits ABC Radio National, Life Matters ProgramTom Wright, Tegan TaylorOriginally Aired 30 April 2025: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/lifematters/blank-minds/105233286
2025-12-3009 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)How do you measure happiness? Dr Lila Landowski on ABC Radio National Life MattersThe United Nations has announced its annual world happiness report, but how do you actually measure happiness? Guest: Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist at the University of Tasmania; Vice President of Science & Technology Australia; Fides Member World Health Organisation.Credits ABC Radio National, Life Matters ProgramTom Wright, Tegan TaylorOriginally Aired 8 March 2025: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/lifematters/how-do-you-measure-happiness/105031508
2025-12-3006 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Ingredients of Happiness with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - The Dan and Christie Show Hit 100.9Ingredients of Happiness with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - Originally aired 18 March 2025 on The Dan and Christie Show Hit 100.9Keywordshappiness, neuroscience, social connections, community, time affluence, brain health, oxytocin, cortisol, Fiji, well-beingSummaryIn this conversation, neuroscientist Dr. Lila Landowski discusses the neuroscience of happiness, emphasizing the importance of social connections and community. She shares insights from her recent trip to Fiji, where she observed the happiness of the locals and the role of gratitude and connection in...
2025-12-3006 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)The neuroscience of everything + origin story with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - The Dan and Christie Show Hit 100.9The neuroscience of everything + origin story with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - originally aired 5 June 2024 on The Dan and Christie Show Hit 100.9Keywordsneuroscience, brain hacks, exercise, technology, attention span, love, mental health, brain cells, neurochemicals, personal journeySummaryIn this conversation, neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski shares her journey into the field of neuroscience, discussing the importance of exposure to different experiences in shaping one's career. She emphasizes the benefits of exercise for brain health, the detrimental effects of...
2025-12-3006 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)"Brain Washing," "baby brain," Sleep & Dreams with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - The Dan and Christie Show Hit 100.9Sleep & Dreams with neuroscientist Dr Lila Landowski - The Dan and Christie Show Hit 100.9 originally aired 18 March 2025keywordssleep, brain health, sleep deprivation, dreams, nightmares, emotional regulation, parenting, neurosciencesummaryIn this conversation, Neuroscientist Dr. Lila Landowski discusses the critical importance of sleep for brain health, the effects of sleep deprivation on emotional regulation, and the science behind dreams and nightmares. She emphasizes the need for understanding and compassion towards those experiencing sleep deprivation, particularly new parents, and offers practical techniques for managing nightmares in children.takeawaysSleep...
2025-12-3005 minHot off the Synapse (Live interview archives with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist)Social Media & The Brain with Dr Lila Landowski, neuroscientist - The Dan & Christie Show Hit100.9Aired on the Dan & Christie Show 23 January 2025keywordsTikTok, social media, mental health, neuroscience, attention span, doom scrolling, communication skills, self-worth, anxiety, depressionsummaryIn this conversation, neiuroscientist Dr. Lila Landowski discusses the negative impacts of social media on mental health and attention spans. She highlights the importance of face-to-face communication and the need for educational systems to adapt to the changing landscape of social interaction. The discussion also touches on the phenomenon of doom scrolling and its effects on brain function and social anxiety.takeawaysSocial media negatively impacts...
2025-12-3007 min
SWIISH: Wellness UnlockedRewiring the Mind: Neuroplasticity Explained, Mental Habits That Stick, and How to Train Focus Like a MuscleJoin host Sally Obermeder and guest Dr Lila Landowski – award-winning neuroscientist and Vice President of Science & Technology Australia – as they deep-dive into the fascinating world of neuroplasticity and how to literally change your brain.✓ What neuroplasticity is – and why it matters at every age✓ How your thoughts, habits and routines are wiring your brain✓ Why focus and resilience are trainable traits✓ The scary effects of short-form content and constant phone use✓ Brain-based strategies to boost attention and emotional control✓ The truth about stress – when it helps and when it...
2025-10-2929 min
Dream Out Loud339. #1 Neuroscientist: You Can *actually* Train Your Brain To Learn Faster! (Anyone Can Do This)"Stress actually makes the brain learn faster. It’s built to respond and adapt in those moments." – Dr. Lila LandowskiIn this mind-expanding episode, I sit down with Dr. Lila Landowski, a neuroscientist, lecturer, TEDx speaker, and brain optimisation expert, to explore how your brain actually learns, adapts, and thrives under pressure.We unpack everything from how to train your brain to learn faster, focus longer, overcome self-doubt, and rewire bad habits, to how stress, sleep, and dopamine impact learning at the biological level. If you’ve ever wanted to study more effectively, break negative patterns, or upgrade your mental perfor...
2025-06-031h 07
Dan & Christie For BreakfastThe Podcast: Noise that Annoys / Dave from MAFS / Give Us your IVF Tips!ON THE SHOW: Cate Blanchett hates the sound of leaf-blowers ( would NOT get along with my dad..) GUEST: Dave from MAFS joins us to talk emotional walls and cork. Christie is going in for a new round of IVF, so we asked, what worked for you? GUEST: Dr. Lila Landowski - Neuroscientist - @rockatscientist Awkward song quiz! Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/station/hit-hobartSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-03-1829 min
Dan & Christie For BreakfastThe Podcast: Dr Lila Landowski Talks Neuroscience and Social Media / Pooping At Bunnings / Razzie Nominations! Neuroscientist, Dr Lila Landowski (@rockatscientist) talks to Dan & Producer Matt about how short-form videos are actually harming our brains. If you get the urge to poop at Bunnings, you're not alone! The Golden Raspberry nominations are out, and there's an Oscar winner in the mix.. Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/station/hit-hobartSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-01-2212 min
Roll With The PunchesOur Brain, Our Mind & Us | Lila Landowski - 605Dr Lila Landowski is a multi-award winning neuroscientist and lecturer at the University of Tasmania, a Director of the Australian Society for Medical Research, a Director of Epilepsy Tasmania, as well as a regular guest expert science communicator for the ABC. Lila is dubbed Australia's answer to Andrew Huberman so of course I made it my business to get in front of her and pick her brain, about our brains... and as always we meander through a range of ideas.. from science, sleep, medicine, mindset and the mayhem that is essentially life. I loved this chat and...
2023-06-061h 03
Loud and Seemingly ConfidentSHE’S A BRAINIAC | with Dr. Lila Landowski
Dr. Lila Landowski is a neuroscientist at the University of Tasmania, currently researching more efficient ways to treat stroke and fatigue. She joins Chelsea this week to talk about how catching a fish when she was 7 started her career, what it’s like being a neuroscientist and her experience as a woman in science! Big thanks to my cousin Kat this week for helping me come up with questions that make me sound smarter than I am!Find out more about the podcast, Chelsea, and her guest by following @loudandseeminglyconfident @chelseajheaney @rockatscientist
2020-11-0240 min
The 9pm EdictThe 9pm Private House Forum 1: HobartIn an episode recorded live but in private in Hobart, Tasmania, we hear about sexuality and neuroscience, the sexuality of the stars, and the curious sexualities of the sex industry.It's really not all about sex.In this episode there's talk of truth in advertising, Pluto, foetal development, frisbees, autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR), the recently-discovered glymphatic system, the escorting business, the beginning of the universe, and much more.Our guests are:* Dr Lila Landowski, a neuroscientist at the University of Tasmania, and the Premier's Young Achiever of the Year 2015. @rockatscientist* Associate...
2018-02-2753 min