Inside the World of Natural Medicine Research
Ever wonder how herbs, nutrition, and mind-body practices are being studied to revolutionize healthcare? Re-live this fascinating TED-Talk style event, where science meets natural medicine.
Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look into NUNM’s Helfgott Research Institute and the groundbreaking work shaping the future of natural medicine. From healing foods to ancient remedies backed by modern science, you’ll meet the passionate researchers uncovering how natural therapies can help us live healthier, more vibrant lives.
Whether you’re curious about clinical trials, love wellness trends, or simply want to learn more about cutting edge research, this webinar is for you.
Meet the Speakers
Matthew Hicks, ND
Psychedelics and Your Brain: rewiring for well-being
Explore how psychedelics promote brain health, enhance neuroplasticity, and offer profound experiences that can reshape your mind for healing.
Ben Zimmerman, PHD
Rethinking Normal: How our brains age and what we can do about It
What if the way we think about memory and cognition in aging is all wrong? In this talk, Dr. Ben Zimmerman challenges the narrative that cognitive decline is an inevitable consequence of aging. Drawing on the latest research in cerebrovascular health, neurodegeneration, and lifestyle interventions, he explores how the brain’s aging process is shaped not just by time, but by blood flow, inflammation, and resilience. You’ll learn how small vessels and systemic health play outsized roles in cognitive vitality, and discover surprising, science-backed strategies to protect and even enhance brain function as we grow older.
Doug Wingate, DTCM, LAc
Rewiring the Injured Brain: Next-Generation Neurofeedback and the Future of Brain Healing
Are there better ways to support brain healing after an injury? Join investigator Dr. Douglas Wingate as he unveils an ongoing clinical pilot study exploring next‑generation neurofeedback and non-invasive neurobiomodulation for traumatic brain injury (TBI) recovery.
In this session, Dr. Wingate will share how his team is using EEG and near-infrared spectroscopy to measure and support the brain’s natural tendency toward coherence and regulation. Discover how emerging technologies are being tested to overcome barriers in traditional neurofeedback, with a goal of promoting accessible, low-risk neural recovery strategies. He’ll also highlight possible future research pathways, including integration with complementary therapies to enhance brain plasticity and applications in psychedelic-assisted neurorehabilitation.
Whether you’re interested in how cutting-edge technologies can accelerate brain recovery or how non-invasive approaches are reshaping neurorehabilitation, this presentation will provide an inside look at the future of TBI treatment research. Learn how this study aims to bridge the gap between clinical neuroscience and accessible therapies that empower the brain’s natural capacity for healing.
Mark Sodders, DAOM
Patient Perspectives on Acupuncture Use After a Traumatic Brain Injury
Survey results and secondary analysis results about patients’ views and use of acupuncture after a traumatic brain injury
About Helfgott Research Institute
The Helfgott Research Institute is a center for cutting-edge, integrative health research. Part of the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), our research are dedicated to exploring evidence-based approaches to health and healing.