“When I started the CAS in Brain Health at the University of Bern, I didn’t just sign up for another program - I said yes to a mission. A mission to understand how we can protect, nourish, and champion the brain across the lifespan, especially for women in midlife. It’s been a deep dive into the wonders of neuroplasticity, resilience, and hormonal transitions, giving me tools I wish every woman could access. Walking this journey alongside the inspiring minds of the Brain Health Challenge 2025 team has shown me what’s possible when we bring science, advocacy, and community together. Brain health isn’t a luxury - it’s the foundation of a future we’re building, one bold conversation and one neuron at a time.”

"I enrolled in the CAS program to confront the urgent, evolving challenges in brain health—a field where gaps in understanding and care persist globally. Through this transformative experience, I gained cutting-edge expertise in brain health across the lifespan, risk factors and preventive strategies, neuroplasticity, and the socioeconomic drivers of neurological disparities. These insights directly fueled the launching of the Brain Health Challenge 2025, an initiative I am immensely proud of, which unites researchers and communities to tackle preventable neurological disorders.
My message is clear: By merging academic rigor with bold advocacy, we can turn data into actionable solutions—because every brain deserves a fighting chance, and every effort today shapes the landscape of neurological care tomorrow.

"I’m very glad about my decision to join the CAS Brain Health at the University of Bern. As a psychologist and psychotherapist, I find it essential to deepen my knowledge about brain health. The outdated separation between mental and physical health is dissolving, and the future of psychiatry and psychotherapy lies in integrating both perspectives. This CAS creates a unique space by bringing together people from diverse backgrounds and lecturers from different fields. Thanks to the online delivery, it also enables global connections with experts in brain health, an inspiring and future-oriented learning experience."