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

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