Join Dr. Trevor Brown as he interviews Dr. Joshua Brown, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, for an in-depth conversation on the latest advances in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and neuroplasticity. Dr. Brown shares personal stories from his journey in neuroscience, reflects on the legacy of Dr. Nolan Williams, and discusses the mechanisms behind TMS, including the role of synaptic plasticity, protocol selection, and the importance of sleep and brain health in treatment outcomes.

Whether you’re a clinician, researcher, or someone interested in mental health innovation, this episode offers practical insights into optimizing TMS therapy, understanding individual differences, and the future of brain stimulation. Discover how neuroplasticity shapes learning, memory, and recovery - and why the field of TMS is on the brink of transformative change.

Topics covered:

• The legacy of Dr. Nolan Williams in TMS
• Dr. Brown’s career and research journey
• Neuroplasticity: what it means for clinicians and patients
• How TMS protocols are evolving
• The impact of sleep and lifestyle on treatment outcomes
• Advice for clinicians and patients
• Exciting new directions in TMS research

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From Laboratory to Clinic: The Evolving Landscape of tES Technologies,
with Professor Anrea Antal

Join us for an insightful conversation with Professor Andrea Antal, Vice President of the European Society for Brain Stimulation and a leading figure in non-invasive brain stimulation research. In this interview, Professor Antal shares her journey from early research in Hungary and the US to her current work at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany.

We discuss the evolution of transcranial electrical stimulation (tES), the importance of safety and ethical guidelines, and the latest advances in personalized neuromodulation. Professor Antal also addresses the challenges and opportunities in making these treatments more accessible, the role of clinician oversight in home-based therapies, and the future of brain stimulation for conditions like cognitive decline and long COVID.

Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or simply interested in the future of neuroscience, this interview offers valuable perspectives on the responsible development and application of brain stimulation technologies.

In this episode, Dr. Trevor Brown sits down with Dr. Kirsten Peterson, renowned performance psychologist and former US Olympic team consultant, to explore the realities of high performance, mental health, and the limits of grit. Drawing on her experience with elite athletes and her book When Grit’s Not Enough, Dr. Peterson shares what really happens inside a performance psychology session, the challenges athletes face, and how burnout and anxiety can impact even the most driven individuals.

Topics discussed include:

The myth of “mental toughness” and why grit alone isn’t enough
How COVID-19 disrupted the structure of elite sports and affected athlete wellbeing
The importance of self-awareness and how it can be trained
Recognizing and managing performance anxiety and fear
The role of trauma and burnout in high achievers
The power of social support and balancing life beyond sport
Dr. Peterson offers practical insights for athletes, coaches, and anyone striving for excellence—reminding us that optimal performance is about more than just pushing harder.

About the series:
The neurocare group is a global network of experts in neuroscience, psychology, and neuromodulation, dedicated to advancing mental health and performance science. In this interview series, neurocare Academy lead Dr. Trevor Brown connects with leading minds in the field to discuss the latest research and clinical applications in neuromodulation, including TMS, tDCS, EEG, and Neurofeedback.

Learn more:
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