Dr. Abha Gupta

Dr. Abha Gupta

Author: Stories of WiN August 17, 2022 Duration: 43:57
Dr. Abha Gupta on autism and the importance of pursuing what you find most interesting Dr. Abha Gupta found her life’s passion in an issue of Newsweek. Flipping through offhandedly during graduate school, she stumbled upon a one-page article describing autism. She hadn’t heard of autism before but found it piqued her interest. Autism affects many complex cognitive functions, such as abstract thought and self-reflection, and she was curious about the biological mechanisms underpinning these changes in cognition. At the time, she was simply looking for the perfect topic for her upcoming PhD qualifying exam and did not yet realize that this topic would eventually become the focus of her career. Now an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Yale School of Medicine, Abha continues to study the biological underpinnings of autism.

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.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Stories of Women in Neuroscience
Podcast Episodes
Dr. Graziana Gatto [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Dr. Graziana Gatto on spinal cord circuits and following your instincts
Dr. Aqilah McCane [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Dr. Aqilah McCane on unique neural dynamics during adolescence and how to prevent burnout
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Dr. Aleksandra on cerebellum, autism spectrum disorders and mentoring
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Dr. Erin Hecht [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:28
Dr. Erin Hecht on taking a big career risk to study brain evolution with primates, foxes, and dogs
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Duration: 38:13
Dr. Maryam Ziaei on Aging, Emotion, and Balancing Family with Academia
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Duration: 37:33
Dr. Annegret Falkner on aggression, social experience, and internal state
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Duration: 28:07
Dr. Omowumi Femi-Akinlosotu on passion for the brain and advocacy for girls in science