About this podcast

Dive deep into the intricate workings of the human brain and nervous system with Dr. David Berson, Professor and Chairman of Neuroscience at Brown University, in this enlightening episode of the Huberman Lab Podcast. Hosted by Andrew Huberman, this discussion unravels how we perceive the world, balance, see, remember, learn, and perform actions. Dr. Berson, renowned for discovering the neurons in your eye that regulate sleep, wakefulness, mood, and appetite, provides a masterclass that demystifies the brain's complex circuits and their coordination. From sensory perception and body rhythms to reflexes, neuroplasticity, and the connectome, this episode offers an unparalleled journey through neuroscience, making advanced concepts accessible and providing practical examples of neural circuit function across the lifespan. Prepare to gain an entire course's worth of knowledge about your brain in under two hours.