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# IEEE Brain Episode 17: Q\&A with Dr. Cristin Welle, Associate Professor, University of Colorado

## Overview

**Authors:** IEEE Brain Podcast Series

**Publication Date:** 10 November 2020

**Link:** <https://soundcloud.com/ieee-brain/episode-17-cristin-welle>

**Keywords:** neuroscience, neural technology, diversity in STEM, regulatory challenges

**Type:** Audio/Podcast

## Summary

In this episode, Cristin Welle explores her groundbreaking research at the intersection of neural device technology and its effects on the nervous system. Drawing on her experience at the FDA, where she specialized in neural interface technology, Cristin shares valuable perspectives on entrepreneurial opportunities, navigating regulatory challenges, and the critical need to foster diversity within the neuroscience community.


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