From Laboratory to Clinic: The Evolving Landscape of tES Technologies,
with Professor Anrea Antal

Join us for an insightful conversation with Professor Andrea Antal, Vice President of the European Society for Brain Stimulation and a leading figure in non-invasive brain stimulation research. In this interview, Professor Antal shares her journey from early research in Hungary and the US to her current work at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany.

We discuss the evolution of transcranial electrical stimulation (tES), the importance of safety and ethical guidelines, and the latest advances in personalized neuromodulation. Professor Antal also addresses the challenges and opportunities in making these treatments more accessible, the role of clinician oversight in home-based therapies, and the future of brain stimulation for conditions like cognitive decline and long COVID.

Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or simply interested in the future of neuroscience, this interview offers valuable perspectives on the responsible development and application of brain stimulation technologies.

In this episode, Dr. Trevor Brown sits down with Dr. Kirsten Peterson, renowned performance psychologist and former US Olympic team consultant, to explore the realities of high performance, mental health, and the limits of grit. Drawing on her experience with elite athletes and her book When Grit’s Not Enough, Dr. Peterson shares what really happens inside a performance psychology session, the challenges athletes face, and how burnout and anxiety can impact even the most driven individuals.

Topics discussed include:

The myth of “mental toughness” and why grit alone isn’t enough
How COVID-19 disrupted the structure of elite sports and affected athlete wellbeing
The importance of self-awareness and how it can be trained
Recognizing and managing performance anxiety and fear
The role of trauma and burnout in high achievers
The power of social support and balancing life beyond sport
Dr. Peterson offers practical insights for athletes, coaches, and anyone striving for excellence—reminding us that optimal performance is about more than just pushing harder.

About the series:
The neurocare group is a global network of experts in neuroscience, psychology, and neuromodulation, dedicated to advancing mental health and performance science. In this interview series, neurocare Academy lead Dr. Trevor Brown connects with leading minds in the field to discuss the latest research and clinical applications in neuromodulation, including TMS, tDCS, EEG, and Neurofeedback.

Learn more:
🌐 www.neurocaregroup.com
🎓 Practitioner training: www.neurocaregroup.com/academy/
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Dr. Shan Siddiqi, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, joins neurocare’s Dr. Trevor Brown to discuss a transformative initiative in the field of brain stimulation. Together, they explore the creation of an accredited subspecialty that unites psychiatry, neurology, and neurosurgery under a standardized training framework.
In this conversation, Dr. Siddiqi shares his journey from neuroimaging research to leading efforts in image-guided brain stimulation. He explains how the Brain Stimulation Society was formed following a summit of over 55 international experts, all committed to legitimizing and formalizing clinical training in TMS, DBS, ECT, and emerging neuromodulation techniques.
They discuss:
• Why accreditation is essential for clinical consistency and legitimacy
• How cross-disciplinary collaboration can accelerate innovation
• The future of personalized TMS and pharmacological augmentation
• Upcoming steps in launching the subspecialty and certification process

About Dr. Shan Siddiqi
Dr. Siddiqi is a leading researcher in image-guided brain stimulation and Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School. His work focuses on translating neuroscience into clinical practice, with applications in depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and cognitive disorders.
About the series

The neurocare group is a global network of experts in neuroscience, psychology, and neuromodulation, dedicated to advancing mental health and performance science. In this interview series, neurocare Academy lead Dr. Trevor Brown connects with leading minds in the field to discuss the latest research and clinical applications in neuromodulation, including TMS, tDCS, EEG, and Neurofeedback.
To learn more about the neurocare group and its mission visit: www.neurocaregroup.com

Are you a practitioner interested in applying TMS and other neuromodulation techniques in your practice?
Start with one of our online courses at: www.lms.neurocaregroup.com
Or explore in-person training and supervision: www.neurocaregroup.com/academy/

Are you a patient looking for more information or a clinic near you?
Visit: www.neurocaregroup.com/patients/

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