21 Jul 2026 -Brain Health – Diana Zhang

Brain health has been recognised as the biggest predictor of longevity. Emerging research suggests that metabolism, inflammation, oxidative stress, cellular energy production, and the gut microbiome all play important roles in maintaining overall neurological health and cognitive function. The same biological pathways involved in metabolic conditions are increasingly being recognised as high-risk factors for brain ageing and neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease. Understanding your metabolic profile may therefore provide valuable insights into your overall brain health. At Preview Health, we believe that brain health is modifiable and can be optimised based on our metabolic profiles. During this talk, I will share insights on the development of a new brain health blood test and how it can be used to unlock precision brain health care.

Dr. Diana Zhang is a professional musician turned multi-award-winning scientist. She is the Founder & CEO of Preview Health, an Australian startup that is unlocking precision brain health care using advanced AI and chemical methods. Diana ​received her PhD from UNSW Sydney where she investigated the use of machine learning and analytical approaches to improve disease diagnosis and has co-authored over a dozen peer-reviewed publications in leading scientific and music psychology journals including Nature Medicine, ACS Central Science, and Psychology of Music. 

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