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Brain Bridges

Global Brain Health Institute 2 Episodes Aug 4, 2026

Brain Bridges is a podcast exploring the journeys that shape leaders in global brain health. The series features conversations with Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health working across science, medicine, advocacy, and the arts to improve brain health and reduce inequities around the world.

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Finding Connection: Dance, Creativity, and Brain Health Aug 4, 2026 20:49 In this episode of Brain Bridges, dance artist, researcher, and creative aging advocate Magda Kaczmarska shares how movement and creativity can strengthen connection, support brain health, and enrich the lives of people living with dementia. Magda reflects on her journey from growing up in Poland and immigrating to the United States to pursuing careers in both scientific research and dance. She sh

Building a Ship: Brain Health in Togo Jul 6, 2026 19:23 In the second episode of Brain Bridges, host Victor Valcour speaks with Mawuli Lawson, a clinical neuropsychologist from Togo whose work is expanding access to brain health, cognitive care, and dementia prevention in his community. Mawuli reflects on his journey from psychology student to becoming one of the first clinical neuropsychologists in Togo. He shares the challenges of building a new fiel

Leading with Purpose: Women in Brain Health May 15, 2026 12:32 In the first episode of Brain Bridges, host Victor Valcour speaks with Elisa Resende, a neurologist and neuroscientist in Brazil whose work explores how education, literacy, and opportunity shape brain health across the lifespan. Elisa reflects on her journey into medicine, the experiences that shaped her leadership, and the importance of equity in brain health research and care. She also discusse

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