Dr. Laura DeNardo
This episode features Melissa’s interview with Laura who studies how the mPFC integrates environmental cues to control adaptive responses to threat.
Stories of Women in Neuroscience
Behind every discovery in the complex world of the brain, there's a person with a story. Stories of Women in Neuroscience brings those personal narratives to the forefront, moving beyond publications and lab notes to explore the lived experiences of the researchers themselves. Each episode is an in-depth conversation, where neuroscientists share not just the details of their groundbreaking work, but the winding path that led them there. You'll hear about the unexpected hurdles, the moments of serendipity, and the personal passions that fuel a life in science. This podcast, created by Stories of WiN, delves into the human side of a rigorous field, offering a rare look at the determination, creativity, and resilience required to build a career in neuroscience. It’s about the culture of science, the life choices we make, and the societal context that shapes these journeys. Tune in for honest discussions that reveal how diverse perspectives and individual stories are fundamentally driving our understanding of the mind.
Episodes
Is an MD-PhD right for you?
This episode features Nancy’s interview with Brian who offers his advice on whether an MD-PhD is right for you
Dr. Ann Kennedy
This episode features Meenakshi’s interview with Ann who combines theory and biological data to study how internal states shape social behavior by reconfiguring neural circuit dynamics.
Dr. Paula Croxson
This episode features Melissa’s interview with Paula who is a memory researcher turned science communicator
Dr. Theanne Griffith
This episode features Megan’s interview with Theanne who studies molecular, cellular, and circuit mechanisms for proprioception
Dr. Diana Bautista
This episode features Dr. Diana Bautista’s talk at SfN 2025
Dr. Eva Pool
This episode features Margarida’s interview with Eva who studies the role of affect in learning and decision making
Dr. Carla Shatz
This episode features Nancy’s interview with Carla, a pioneering neuroscientist whose work reveals how early neural activity sculpts developing brain circuits and informs our understanding of neuroplasticity and neurodeg…
Dr. Alicia Che
This episode features Megan’s interview with Alicia who studies how early-life experiences impact cortical circuit assembly and function
