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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”intro”]From 14 to 18 June 2026, Bordeaux will become the world capital of neuroscience as it hosts the annual congress of the Organization for Human Brain Mapping (OHBM), the largest international gathering dedicated to mapping the human brain. More than 4,000 neuroscientists from around the world are expected to attend and share the latest research advances.<\/p>\n

On this occasion, VBHI is offering a film and discussion event for the general public on Tuesday 9 June at 6 pm at UGC Cin\u00e9 Cit\u00e9 in Bordeaux, to help people better understand the challenges of brain health.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]\n

Brain health: a major issue<\/h2>\n

What is brain health? How can it be preserved in everyday life?<\/p>\n

Physical activity, stroke prevention, reducing the risk of dementia: these are among the key topics at the heart of the research conducted by the VBHI Institute.<\/p>\n

This evening will provide practical answers based on scientific research.<\/p>\n

Screening and discussion<\/h2>\n

The event will centre around a screening of the documentary My Love Affair with the Brain<\/em><\/strong>, directed by Catherine Ryan and Gary Weimberg.<\/p>\n

The film traces the career of pioneering neuroscientist Marian Diamond<\/strong> and highlights brain plasticity \u2014 the brain\u2019s ability to change and adapt throughout life.<\/p>\n

The screening will be followed by a discussion (in French) with Dr Michel Thi\u00e9baut de Schotten<\/a><\/strong>, Deputy Director at VBHI for \u201cArtificial Intelligence & Imaging\u201d and Head of the Neurofunctional Imaging Group at the Institute of Neurodegenerative Diseases (Bordeaux Neurocampus) and Dr St\u00e9phane Olindo<\/strong>, a neurologist in the Neurovascular Department at Bordeaux University Hospital.\u00a0The audience will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion with an internationally renowned researcher<\/strong> and a stroke specialist<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Interactive stands to explore and experience<\/h2>\n

Throughout the evening, interactive stands will offer opportunities to learn more:<\/p>\n