Why Not - Breakthrough Discoveries in Neuroscience

Explore a groundbreaking neuroscientific discovery in this 15-minute TEDx talk by Ali Ertürk, who brings a new perspective to the phrase "Why Not?". Delve into the journey of this accomplished neuroscientist, born in Sakarya, Turkey, who now directs the Helmholtz Institute for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (iTERM) in Munich. Learn about Ertürk's pioneering DISCO tissue transparency technology, which enabled the visualization of an entire mouse's cells and molecules. Discover how his innovative method gained recognition in The New York Times and led to his inclusion among seven scientists featured in Focus Magazine's article "Brain Gain Instead of Brain Drain in Germany". Gain insights into Ertürk's multidisciplinary approach, encompassing neuroscience, nanotechnology, advanced engineering, and deep learning. Appreciate his artistic side through his landscape and cityscape photography exhibitions. Understand the impact of his work, recognized by numerous awards including the 2021 Nomis Foundation Research Fund Award and the 2014 Humboldt Foundation Sofja Kovalevskaja Award.