The University of Texas at Dallas - Center for BrainHealth

Winter 2007


Brain Matters Newsletter

World Renowned Research Scientist Joins BrainHealth Team - Thanks to Gift by T. Boone Pickens Foundation»

The Center is rapidly preparing to welcome Dr. Denise Park as the first T. Boone Pickens Distinguished Chair in Clinical Brain Science.

Celebrating Our Pioneers»

We consider ourselves pioneers here at Center for BrainHealth, as we explore the brain seeking new insights, interventions and treatments.

Connecting Brain Science to the Workplace »

Enlightening. Stimulating. Outstanding. These are just a few of the adjectives used by prominent local businessmen talking about BYOB - Business and Your Own Brain.

Understanding the Brain »

The Center for BrainHealth has assembled a team of social cognition experts, brain imaging scientists, cognitive neuroscientists, and rehabilitation specialists to investigate the social impairments often seen in individuals with Asperger’s syndrome, Schizophrenia, and Traumatic Brain Injury.

BrainHealth Research »

A spotlight of current research projects at the Center for BrainHealth. Current research includes:

  1. Individual Differences in Learning and Cognition
  2. Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder
  3. Solving the Mystery of Gulf War Syndrome
  4. Differences Between Gist and Detail Processing

Civic Events »

Two incredible men. Two families. Two heart-felt events. Kieron Finnegan and Wayne Smith were diagnosed early in life with two lesser known forms of dementia.

Leadership Spotlight »

Gloria has generously invested her resources and energy working behind the scenes to provide personal care and attention to countless individuals connected with the Center for BrainHealth.

The Brain: An Owner's Guide Lecture Series»

  • The Mature Mind: Creativity and Aging
  • Get SMART: New Hope for ADHD
  • Get Physical: Brain Health Benefits from Exercise
  • Ask the Doc: Are You Brain Smart?