UT Brainstorms: The Diminishing Brain
May
21
2026
May
21
2026
Description
The award-winning University of Texas at Austin program UT Brainstorms presents:
“The Diminishing Brain”
A conversation about neurodegenerative disorders
and what can be done about them
Presenter:
Dr. Michael Mauk
Professor of Neuroscience
The University of Texas at Austin
This public education and outreach event series is designed to connect with the community and educate everyone about the influence neuroscience research has on our daily lives.
Attendance is free, but please register if you will join.
Find the full archive of talks and all of the latest panelist updates on the UT Brainstorms website.
Parking is available at Speedway Garage. Vouchers will be available.
About Michael Mauk
Dr. Michael Mauk received his Ph.D. from Stanford University. His research focuses on the mechanisms of learning in the cerebellum and prefrontal cortex. The hallmark feature of his research is the combined use of experiments and computer simulation to address what brain systems compute and how their neurons and synapses accomplish this computation. Dr. Mauk’s ultimate goal is to understand the cerebellum well enough to build fully functional simulation.
Meet the Panelist
Taylor Matocha is a Community Educator with the Alzheimer’s Association, where she translates brain science into meaningful education for individuals and families navigating Alzheimer’s disease. She also works with the Association’s advocacy team, advancing state and federal policy to support those living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers. While completing her degree in Neuroscience and Psychology at UT Austin, she contributed to research developing novel compounds targeting neurodegenerative disease. As a certified yoga instructor and educator for individuals with disabilities, she brings a mind-body perspective and commitment to accessibility to all of her work.
Location
Welch Hall, Room 2.224
Parking available at Speedway Garage