Brain Injury & Human Performance: Understanding Trauma, Rehabilitation & Future Technology with Professor Huw Williams. Unraveling the Complexities of Brain Trauma, Rehabilitation, and the Future of Treatment
Guest
Professor Huw Williams
Episode length
00:52:31
Hosted by
Martin Jones
Produced & edited by
Bess Manley

In this episode
In this insightful episode, join Martin and JP as they delve into the intricate world of brain injury with leading clinical neuropsychologist Professor Huw Williams. Discover the profound impacts of brain trauma on cognition, emotions, and behaviour, and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in neuro-rehabilitation.
The discussion also tackles the critical challenges of detecting and treating often-overlooked repetitive sub-concussive head injuries, particularly in high-risk professions such as the military and sports. Learn about the crucial role of screening systems and the exciting potential of AI and big data to revolutionise brain injury treatment and recovery in the future.
This episode is essential for anyone interested in neurology, brain health, sports medicine, military health, rehabilitation, cognitive science, and the future of healthcare technology.
Guest, cast & crew
Huw Williams is a Professor of Clinical Neuropsychology and Co-Director of the Centre for Clinical Neuropsychology Research at Exeter University. He has published papers and books and held grants in a range of areas of Clinical Neuropsychology, particularly on neuro-rehabilitation and recently regarding crime.
Resources
Chapters
01:58 What is Clinical Neuropsychology?
02:49 Case Study: The Impact of Traumatic Brain Injury
07:14 Types of Brain Injuries and Their Consequences
14:27 Repetitive Sub-Concussive Head Injuries
19:18 Screening and Monitoring for Brain Injuries
25:11 Brain Connectivity and Concussions
25:36 Advanced Brain Imaging Techniques
27:22 Biomarkers and Screening for Brain Injuries
28:46 Brain Injuries in Prison Populations
29:42 Negative Outcomes of Brain Injuries
31:13 Support Systems for Brain Injury Rehabilitation
36:19 Policy Implications and Recommendations
47:08 Future Technologies in Brain Injury Detection
48:59 Final Thoughts and Key Messages