Lea Duncker: How Brain-Inspired AI is Transforming Mental Health Research

Lea Duncker investigates how brain computations shape cognition, bridging neuroscience and AI. Hear her insights at the Columbia AI Summit on March 4 in CUIMC’s From the Brain to Mental Health panel.

February 08, 2025

Neuroscientist Lea Duncker, PhD is on a mission to decode the brain’s inner workings—how neural computations shape cognition, behavior, and decision-making. As AI and neuroscience converge, her research at Columbia’s Zuckerman Institute explores how brain-inspired models can reveal new insights into mental health.

At the Columbia AI Summit, Duncker joins the From the Brain to Mental Health panel to discuss how AI-driven models are transforming our understanding of mental health conditions and their treatment. From early intervention strategies to personalized therapies, she’ll dive into the potential—and the challenges—of using AI to enhance mental healthcare.

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