Posts Tagged ‘World-Economic-Forum’
Where Brain Health Meets Digital Health and Big Data
2013 is an exciting time to have a brain. Over the past two decades, our understanding of the human brain has grown exponentially. Fueled by this new information, the number and variety of brain applications available commercially is exploding, potentially transforming the way we care for our brains across our entire lifespan. Having a brain…
Read MoreLearn more about the 2013 SharpBrains Summit & register today
The 2013 SharpBrains Virtual Summit (Sept 19–20, 2013) will feature over 30 of the world’s top scientists, innovators and decision-makers working on ways to enhance behavioral and brain health via neuroscience-based innovation. Confirmed Summit Chairs and Speakers include 8 trailblazers named Young Global Leaders by the World Economic Forum, and pioneers at the National Science…
Read MoreWelcoming 199 very sharp brains: new Young Global Leaders class
The World Economic Forum Announces Young Global Leaders Class of 2013 (press release): “199 young leaders from 70 countries have been honoured by the World Economic Forum for their professional accomplishments and commitment to society. The Young Global Leaders (YGL) Class of 2013 is composed of honourees from all sectors of society, with
Read More10 Predictions on How Digital Platforms will Transform Brain Health in 2013
Just a quick note: we’ll host a webinar on January 30th to discuss key market predictions based on “The Digital Brain Health Market 2012–2020: Web-based, mobile and biometrics-based technology to assess, monitor and enhance cognition and brain functioning”, our new market report. Here are 10 predictions, many of which will likely be realized before the…
Read MoreFrom Anti-Alzheimer’s “Magic Bullets” to True Brain Health
We need a new culture of lifelong brain health to empower that 80% of the 38,000 adults over 50 surveyed in the 2010 AARP Member Opinion Survey who indicated “Staying Mentally Sharp” as their top ranked interest and concern, not to mention youth, workers and elders facing cognitive and emotional challenges.
Read MoreProtect Your Asset by Being Your Own Brain Fitness Coach
Last week I had the good fortune of spending four days in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico, with over 300 amazing individuals from 40+ countries who had been named Young Global Leaders by the World Economic Forum. The summit agenda was insightful and inspiring, conversations with other participants always proved to be eye-opening and stimulating, and the…
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