Mitochondrial Psychobiology and Brain Energetics

Martin Picard, PhD
Associate Professor of Behavioral Medicine • Director, Mitochondrial PsychoBiology Laboratory • Departments of Psychiatry and Neurology • Columbia University

Learning objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Understand mitochondria as a processor and signal transduction organelle
• Define a sequence of hormonal and molecular events linking subjective experiences and mitochondria
• Establish the biological link between energetic tradeoffs and aging

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This presentation is part of our Distinguished Visiting Lecturer Series (DVLS), a group of special Grand Rounds talks given by preeminent subject matter experts in mental health and other related fields. DVLS speakers are invited from around the nation and the world to share their experience and insight with UCSF faculty, staff, and trainees.

Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Grand Rounds presentations are for educational purposes and intended only for behavioral/mental health professionals and clinical providers.

Continuing education (CE) credit is available for physicians, psychologists, nurses, and therapists who participate in this activity.