Podcasting to Jumpstart Your Career with Stephen Hou, Harrison Canning, Mike McClellan, & Milena Korostenskaja
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
Release Date: 11/05/2024
Curiosity, Leadership, and the Science of PTSD: Career Lessons from Prof. Deborah Beidel
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
How can innovative technologies like VR and neuromodulation improve how we understand and treat PTSD? How can curiosity and leadership open doors in neuroscience and mental health? What does it take to build a meaningful career impacting millions? In this inspiring episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, Dr. Milena Korostenskaja (Dr. K) sits down with Prof. Deborah Beidel — Trustee Chair and Pegasus Professor of Psychology and Medical Education, and Executive Director of UCF RESTORES — to explore a career built on courage, innovation, and compassion. Career Development with Purpose...
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Neuroscience Alliance at UCF with Sudeepta Matha, Andrei Nesterenko, Mae Torra, Charisse Melendez, & Prof. Kiminobu Sugaya
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
How can you take your career growth into your own hands? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we’re diving into a story of initiative, inspiration, and empowerment led by the students of the Neuroscience Alliance at the University of Central Florida (UCF). Faced with a desire to expand their educational and career opportunities, these incredible students didn’t wait for the right resources to come their way—they created them! The Neuroscience Alliance was founded with a mission to promote awareness, research, and volunteer opportunities in neuroscience while building...
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Leveraging Your PhD for the Neurotech Industry with Dr. Mustafa Hamada, at Mendi
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
Are you wondering how to pivot from academia to the neurotech industry without starting from scratch? Many assume that moving from a PhD to industry means leaving much of their academic experience behind, but that’s not necessarily the case. Welcome to this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, where we uncover how advanced academic skills can be a powerful asset in the neurotech sector. Today, we're honored to have Dr. Mustafa S. Hamada, Chief Science and Product Officer at Mendi Innovations in Sweden, share invaluable insights on leveraging PhD skills to break into and excel in...
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Assistive Platform for BCI-AR Applications, with Andreas Forsland at Cognixion
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
What if your brain could control augmented reality with just a thought? Imagine assistive devices empowering millions with ALS, stroke, or paralysis to communicate and interact like never before. Welcome to the Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! podcast featuring visionary innovator Andreas Forsland, Founder and CEO of Cognixion. A year ago, Andreas shared his entrepreneurial journey, giving us a behind-the-scenes look at Cognixion ONE—a groundbreaking brain-computer interface (BCI) headset that merges BCI and augmented reality (AR) to revolutionize assistive technology. Today, he’s...
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AI & Surgical Data Science: Shaping Healthcare & Careers with Daniel Donoho, MD
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
How is artificial intelligence transforming healthcare, and what new career opportunities are emerging at the intersection of AI and surgery? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, Milena Korostenskaja, PhD, interviews Daniel Donoho, MD, a pioneering pediatric and adult neurosurgeon at Children’s National Hospital and George Washington University. Dr. Donoho discusses the role of AI in healthcare—what’s possible now, the challenges that remain, and how to carve out a career in this innovative field. He explores how AI is reshaping surgery and healthcare delivery, from...
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Wireless Neural Implant to Study Natural Behavior with Saehyuck Oh & Janghwan Jekal
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
How can we record brain activity during natural behavior without bulky, restrictive devices? This question has challenged neuroscientists for years, but Saehyuck Oh and Janghwan Jekal from the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) have devised an innovative solution! In this episode of the BCI Award Neurocareers podcast series, we dive into the world of stealthy neural recording with their project, "Behavior to Byte: Stealthy Neural Recorder." The team has developed a fully wireless, battery-free, and implantable neural interface designed for primates, allowing...
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Brainwave Authentication & Neurotech Security with Violeta Tulceanu
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
What if your brainwaves could unlock doors, sign documents, and protect your most sensitive information without ever touching a keypad or fingerprint scanner? Welcome to a mind-bending episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! hosted by me, Milena Korostenskaja, a neurocareers coach and your guide into the world of neurotech! Today, I’m delighted to interview Violeta Tulceanu, a pioneering researcher from KU Leuven, Belgium, who stands at the forefront of brainwave authentication and neurotechnology security. In this episode, we dive deep into a world where your thoughts could become...
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Non-Invasive Deep Brain Stimulation: International Neurotech Career with Emma Acerbo, PhD
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
Have you heard of temporal interference (TI) electrical stimulation, a revolutionary concept of non-invasive deep brain stimulation (DBS)? Curious about what it takes to develop cutting-edge neuromodulation techniques while pursuing a scientific career across two continents? Welcome to the Women in Neurotech series on the Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! podcast! 🚀 In this series, we shine a spotlight on extraordinary women transforming the world of neurotechnology, paving paths for future generations, and breaking barriers one groundbreaking idea at a time. Meet our guest, Emma Acerbo,...
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Podcasting to Jumpstart Your Career with Stephen Hou, Harrison Canning, Mike McClellan, & Milena Korostenskaja
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
Are you ready to boost your career in a unique way? Today’s epsode is designed for anyone curious about starting a podcast—whether you want to explore it as a passion project, enhance your career, or dive into science communication. Welcome to a milestone moment – the 100th episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! For this special occasion, Milena Korostenskaja, host of Neurocareers, is stepping into the hot seat! Instead of hosting, Dr. K will be interviewed by one of her incredible former guests, Dr. Courtnie Paschall. Joining...
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Decoding Internal Speech with Neural Engineer Sarah Wandelt, PhD
Neurocareers: Doing The Impossible!
What’s the most significant impact you can make with your career—medicine or engineering? For Sarah Kim Wandelt, PhD, this question has a personal twist! While Sarah originally set out to become a medical doctor, her career led her to the fascinating world of neuroengineering and neurotechnologies. Meanwhile, her twin sister, who had dreamed of being an engineer, is now a medical doctor. So, how did they end up switching roles, and what insights can Sarah share with aspiring professionals in neuroscience and neurotechnology? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, your...
info_outlineAre you ready to boost your career in a unique way? Today’s epsode is designed for anyone curious about starting a podcast—whether you want to explore it as a passion project, enhance your career, or dive into science communication.
Welcome to a milestone moment – the 100th episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! For this special occasion, Milena Korostenskaja, host of Neurocareers, is stepping into the hot seat! Instead of hosting, Dr. K will be interviewed by one of her incredible former guests, Dr. Courtnie Paschall.
Joining the discussion pane are powerful podcasting experts: Stephen Hou, an amazing co-host of the Neurratives podcast; Harrison Canning, known as The BCI Guy and an inspiring science communicator; and Mike McClellan, a brilliant editor who brings the magic to Neurocareers behind the scenes. Together, they’ll explore how to launch your own podcast and discuss how podcasting can elevate your career in science and tech, helping you build valuable networks, showcase your expertise, and make a real impact.
As a special treat, you’ll also hear us answering live questions from our audience! So, if you’re thinking about starting a podcast or looking to take your show to the next level, join the panelists for practical tips, fresh ideas, and unique insights you won’t find anywhere else (not even on ChatGPT!). Here’s to the next step in your career – let’s dive in!
About the Podcast Panel:
Courtnie Paschall, PhD
A researcher and entrepreneur in neurotechnology and a former guest on Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! takes the mic to interview podcast host Milena Korostenskaja and amazing podcasters in the neurotech field, Stephen Hou, Harrison Canning, and Mike McClellan, for the special 100th episode.
Stephen Hou
Is an engineer at BlackRock Neurotech and co-host of Neurratives: A Podcast about Neuroscience in Fiction alongside Nick Halper. The show humorously explores neuroscience themes in popular media, with topics ranging from brain-computer interfaces in musicals to neuroethics in sci-fi films like JUNG_E.
Harrison Canning
Is the creator of The BCI Guys, the host of the Brain Stream Podcast, a Neurotech Innovation Strategist at Blackrock Neurotech, and a Master’s student at Harvard Medical School. Harrison focuses on neuroscience communication and was previously featured on Milena’s Neurocareers podcast in an episode about his career in Science Communication.
Mike McClellan
Is an aerospace engineer by day and podcast editor by passion. He is an extremely multi-talented guy – with degrees in physics, mechanical engineering, music composition, and music theory. He will offer insights into the technical side of podcast production.
Milena Korostenskaja, PhD (Dr. K), is a scientist specializing in neuroimaging, brain-computer interfaces, and neurostimulation. She currently works as a BCI and Neurostimulation Scientist at g.tec medical engineering and offers career coaching through The Institute of Neuroapproaches. Dr. K also hosts the podcast “Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!”
About the Podcast:
The Neurocareers podcast is brought to you by The Institute of Neuroapproaches (https://www.neuroapproaches.org/) and its founder, Milena Korostenskaja, Ph.D. (Dr. K), a neuroscience educator, research consultant, and career coach for people in neuroscience and neurotechnologies. As a professional coach with a background in the field, Dr. K understands the unique challenges and opportunities job applicants face in this field and can provide personalized coaching and support to help you succeed.
Here's what you'll get with one-on-one coaching sessions from Dr. K:
- Identification and pursuit of career goals
- Guidance on job search strategies, resume, and cover letter development
- Neurotech / neuroscience job interview preparation and practice
- Networking strategies to connect with professionals in the field of neuroscience and neurotechnologies
- Ongoing support and guidance to help you stay on track and achieve your goals
You can always schedule a free neurocareer consultation/coaching session with Dr. K at https://neuroapproaches.as.me/free-neurocareer-consultation
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