Episode 13: Unlocking Brain Health: Neuroscience, Education, AI, & Lifelong Learning with Dr. Eric Chudler

Forever Curious: An Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Podcast

Welcome back for another season of Forever Curious! At the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), it is our goal to keep you forever curious (and forever neuroelastic!) by offering free resources on brain health. These are accessible to the public and supported by a partnership with the UW Department of Bioengineering and the Dana Foundation. Thanks for joining us!

In this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Eric Chudler, Executive Director at UW's Center for Neurotechnology. In this fascinating chat with host Murray Urquhart, we hear about neuroscience education and its impact on lifelong learning. Dr. Chudler takes us on a journey through his groundbreaking work in neuroscience education, focusing on how older adults can benefit from accessible and engaging learning resources.

Dr. Chudler shares surprising findings from focus groups, offers a glimpse into the future of brain health lectures, and highlights the importance of reliable information in a world full of noise. He also gives listeners a peek into his collaboration with Tibetan Buddhist monks in India and discusses the exciting potential of AI in neuroscience.

Understanding brain health can enhance our lives, and initiatives like the ones at Osher Lifelong Learning Institute can be so impactful. This episode provides practical knowledge, a deeper appreciation for the brain, and a fresh perspective on how science and technology are shaping our future.

Watch the lectures! You can find Dr. Chudler's talk and more Brain Health lectures at the UW OLLI website: https://www.osher.uw.edu/brain-health.

We hope you’ll share this episode and consider enrolling in a course that’s of interest to you! Learn more about the University of Washington’s OLLI program at www.osher.uw.edu.