Tuesday | 21 Jan 2025

Rice University publishes interview of EMEA Advisor Dr. Harris Eyre on Brain Capital

The official website of Rice University published an interview of EMEA Advisor Dr. Harris Eyre, Lead and Senior Fellow, Neuro-Policy, Rice University Baker Institute for Public Policy, Executive Director of Brain Capital Alliance.

In the interview Dr. Harris Eyre delves into the concept of Brain Capital which highlights the economic and societal value of cognitive, emotional, and mental health resources. He emphasizes the need to prioritize these resources to address global challenges such as mental health inequities, neurological disorders, and educational disparities. Central to this vision is Rice University’s Neuro-Policy Program, supported by a $1 million philanthropic gift. The initiative combines neuroscience and public policy to foster innovative research, policy development, and solutions that enhance mental health and cognitive productivity.

Brain capital is presented as critical for fostering resilience, creativity, and equity in a rapidly evolving world. Dr. Eyre highlights the growing global burden of neurological conditions, arguing that brain health and cognitive innovation are essential for driving economic growth and addressing systemic inequities.

Read the full interview
Link to the Brain Capital Alliance
Link to the Brain Economy Hub
Link to the Global Brain Capital Dashboard