18 News Items Found
December 11, 2023
Houston’s Potential to Lead on Brain Health in Focus at Baker Institute Event

The Colloquium on Brain Capital Dec. 5 brought together experts from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy and the university’s Office of Innovation to discuss Houston’s potential to lead brain health research. Eyre argued that brain health is a critical aspect of well-being that affects cognitive abilities, socioemotional stability, and overall quality of life. 

 

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September 25, 2023
Baker Institute Expert Discusses Economic Burden of American Brain Health at UN General Assembly

Brain health is essential for overall well-being and has a significant impact on cognitive abilities and emotional stability. To combat the rising prevalence of brain disorders, fellow Harris Eyre suggests a public sector approach that promotes citizens’ brain health and skills through a brain capital industrial strategy, leading to a prosperous and innovative economy.

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September 22, 2023
Preserve Our "Brain Capital" in Seven Steps and Create an Investment Fund to Innovate in the Field of Brain Diseases

Brain Capital places policy and investment at the forefront of transformative change. The HEKA fund, established by the FondaMental Foundation, aims to revolutionize the global economy through a focus on the human brain and mind. "A strong industrial strategy is essential to boost the competitiveness, creativity, well-being and economies of our respective countries. HEKA is an important step in this direction," fellow Harris Eyre said.

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