Dr Nick Fallon: The Neuroscience of Chronic Pain

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In this episode, my guest is Dr. Patrick Arnott, Ph.D., the Business Development Director at Metabolon, Inc. We delve into his remarkable career journey, emphasising the transformative influence of effective mentorship, embracing calculated risks, and remaining receptive to career transitions. Additionally, Dr. Arnott sheds light on the pivotal and groundbreaking work underway at Metabolon. This conversation promises to captivate a broad audience, as it unravels the intricate web of factors impacting our health – encompassing genetics, the microbiome, diseases, and lifestyle choices – all of which shape our well-being by modulating metabolite levels within the body and other biological systems. This ought to be of interest to all, as almost every factor that affects health – from genetics and the microbiome to disease and lifestyle – exerts its influence by altering metabolite levels in the body or other biological system. - Discussed Articles: 1- https://www.nature.com/articles/nature20796 2- Rothschild et al, Nature, 2018 Mar 8;555(7695):210-215.  DOI:10.1038/nature25973  - Link to Metabolon: https://www.metabolon.com/

In this episode, my guest was Mazdak Ehteramyan, Ph.D., a senior scientist at GSK (GlaxoSmithKline). We discuss the major responsibilities inherent in the role of a senior scientist within the research and development (R&D) department. This episode covers a range of topics: a day in the life of a GSK scientist, academia vs. industry, drive vs. ambition, and the importance of cultivating people’s skills.

The Sartorius Experts is a podcast produced by the ACA BPS team. Once a month, we bring you the stories behind the lives of daily BPS experts. Speaker:In this episode we interview Philipp Conradi, a New Customer Acquisition Specialist (NCAS) delivering a clear, sharp, and precise storyline of how he landed this position. He speaks of navigating the BPS Landscape, and offers insights into the diverse approaches and perspectives he has employed to tackle challenges.

In the second episode of our Career Series. Today, we are honoured to be joined by Dr. Dimitris Pinotsis, a leading expert in the field of computational neuroscience. Dr. Pinotsis holds a PhD in Mathematics and Neuroscience from the prestigious University of Cambridge and is the founder and head of the Pinotsis Lab. Dr. Pinotsis will share invaluable insights into his career journey, and discuss the vital role mathematics plays in the study of the brain. He will elaborate on how computational modeling can provide us with a deeper understanding of brain function, and how neural networks can be simulated and analyzed through mathematical methods. Moreover, we'll delve into the challenges of developing precise brain models, and explore how these models can assist in comprehending neurological disorders. So, buckle up and join us as we take a deep dive into the exciting world of computational neuroscience with the brilliant Dr. Dimitris Pinotsis! LINKS MENTIONED https://www.pinotsislab.com/ https://www.city.ac.uk/about/people/academics/dimitrios-pinotsis

This episode is the first of this show’s career series. After listening to this you will come to a better understanding of our guest’s unique career path.  Hopefully, our special guest will provide you with an overview and understanding of what his position entails, his why and how to follow his footsteps or pave your own unique path. Dr Biniyam is one of the few, enthusiastic young neurologists whose future endeavours are improving dementia care in Ethiopia. Tune in to listen to how he aims to reduce the scale and impact of dementia, by designing and developing a pragmatic strategic plan relevant to dementia prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. LINKS MENTIONED https://www.gbhi.org/profiles/biniyam-ayele

Romantic love, obsessive love, passionate love, infatuation: Call it what you will, almost all of us have known its ecstasy and anguish. What makes a good partner? Are you doing your part in making the relationship work? Do you see yourself being in a relationship with the person you are with now for years to come? This episode will discuss the neuroscience of romantic relationships. We will focus on desire, love and attachment. We will also explain the science underlying romantic love and outline tools for those seeking to find a strong, healthy relationship, or for those wanting to strengthen an existing relationship. - Academic Profile: https://www.umsl.edu/psychology/psychology/faculty/langeslag.html - Link to Lab: http://www.umsl.edu/~langeslags/ 

The following is a conversation with Dr Ben Newland a lecturer at the University of Cardiff and a pioneer in the field of translational sciences. Dr Newland has made numerous contributions as a researcher in utilizing nano, micro and macroscale materials for use in the therapeutic avenue.  This episode will discuss drug repurposing for Glioblastoma, also known as Brain Cancer. It will also review current advances in modes of drug delivery. - Keywords: Cryogel scaffolds, local drug delivery, cancer therapy. - Dr Newland's: - Academic Profile https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/people/view/974329-newland-ben - Website https://www.newlandresearch.com/

Our guest on this episode is Dr Daniel Brown. Dr Brown is a senior lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Portsmouth whose research centres on the psychology of human excellence and well-being (thriving). Specifically, he focuses on understanding and facilitating thriving in humans, athlete transitions and developmental experiences, and the development and assessment of interventions used in sports and performance psychology. After listening to this you will come to a better understanding of the strategies required to thrive in both your academic and professional endeavours. Hopefully, our special guest will provide you with an overview and understanding of foundational information about well-being, mental health prevention skills. More specifically we will be looking at tools to optimize your bodily and mental functions. - Twitter Account: https://twitter.com/djbrown1509?lang=en - Dr Brown’s Discussed publications: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1469029222001157?via%3Dihub https://www.docdroid.net/nfiS2qN/article-on-human-thriving-2017-pdf#page=10

My guest is Dr Nick Fallon. Dr Fallon completed his PhD at the University of Liverpool. His research focuses on utilising MRI methodologies and electroencephalography to analyse brain function and structure in chronic pain patients.  This episode will interest those curious about the neuroscience of chronic pain, its purpose and what happens in cases of its complete absence. We discuss the neurobiology of pain and fibromyalgia. We also explore the various available treatments and the future therapeutic directions for MRI methodologies in particular.  Dr Nick Fallon's:  1- Academic Profile:  https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/population-health/staff/nicholas-fallon/ 2- Twitter: https://twitter.com/nick_fallon