Interview with Dr. Matthew Wall. He is a neuroscientist, psychologist, and fMRI (brain imaging) specialist with Imperial College London and Invicro (a CRO focused on medical imaging). His research has explored the domains of neuropsychopharmacology, addiction, psychedelics, cannabis, sex hormones, pain, weight loss, and much more. We discuss Dr. Wall’s journey into the field, his recent projects, innovations in fMRI & medical imaging, how AI is going to change everything, and the future of neurotech. Recorded January 11, 2024. Host: Robert Murcko
Key Moments
0:00 Intro
3:56 What are you working on now? (Sex, Cannabis, Psychedelics, and more)
15:26 Scientific Theories Behind Psychedelic Applications in Mental Health
19:18 FDA and Psychedelics
20:36 Innovations in fMRI Imaging Over the Years
24:50 Contribution of AI to fMRI and Neuroimaging Innovation
26:53 Background on Data Streams an fMRI Scanner Provides
29:14 PETxfMRI & EEGxfMRI
32:25 fMRI Brain-Computer Interfaces
35:16 Related modalities: fNIRS, MEG
36:12 Minimizing fMRI and why its so large
37:49 Bedside fMRI
38:11 Predictions for the Future of Neurotech and fMRI
45:21 Conclusion and Contact Information
Links
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Dr. Wall’s Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/mbwall