Advisory Board
The BRAIN Diet Advisory Board consists of globally renowned experts in biology, chemistry, nutrition, neurochemistry, and psychology who provide strategic guidance and scientific oversight for The BRAIN Diet framework.
Advisory Board Members
Larry Callahan
Larry Callahan holds a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Chicago and has extensive experience at the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER), where he conducted groundbreaking research on HIV mechanisms and CD4-based therapies. He has been part of the editorial team for The BRAIN Diet, contributing to the development and review of the scientific content. His work on ISO standards for medicinal products and commitment to improving global health through information organization, including co-founding Trials of Life, brings critical regulatory and scientific rigor to The BRAIN Diet's evidence-based approach.
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Becky Upton
Becky Upton holds a Biochemistry PhD from Imperial University and an MBA from Cranfield School of Management. She is a clinical psychologist and Chief Executive with extensive experience in the life sciences sector, having led organizations through complex challenges and transformation while fostering sustainable growth. She has been part of the editorial team for The BRAIN Diet, contributing to the development and review of the scientific content. Her background in life sciences operations and strategic leadership at organizations like Pistoia Alliance, combined with her clinical psychology expertise and biochemistry research background, brings valuable perspective to ensuring The BRAIN Diet's content strategy aligns with scientific best practices and organizational excellence.
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Andrea Thornton
Andrea Thornton brings extensive expertise in ADHD advocacy, clinical research, and documentary filmmaking to The BRAIN Diet Advisory Board. She is the creator of the award-winning documentary "ATTENTION PLEASE," which won Best Short Documentary - Mental Health at the Atlantic City CineFest, bringing critical awareness to ADHD and mental health issues. Her work in lobbying and clinical research, combined with her commitment to advancing understanding of ADHD and neurodivergence, brings valuable perspective to The BRAIN Diet's mission of supporting brain health through evidence-based approaches. Her advocacy and research efforts align with The BRAIN Diet's focus on addressing the dysregulation of key biological systems associated with ADHD and related conditions.
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Paul Peeters
Paul Peeters holds a PhD in Biomedical Sciences with extensive experience in the life sciences industry, specializing in strategic partnerships and collaboration management. He has been part of the editorial team for The BRAIN Diet, contributing to the development and review of the scientific content. His expertise in regulatory frameworks and scientific liaison work ensures that The BRAIN Diet content maintains scientific rigor while remaining accessible to diverse audiences.
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Rosen Dimov
Rosen Dimov holds a PhD in Innovation and Legal Pluralism and brings extensive expertise in innovation management, circular economy, and food sector innovation to The BRAIN Diet Advisory Board. As Innovation Manager at emotion3D, he focuses on digital strategy, business planning, and operations management. He also serves as Associate Professor at Pannon Egyetem - University of Pannonia, where he teaches and researches in the field of Circular Economy, contributes to the Renewable Energy Research Group's projects, and delivers the Joint Master Programme on Bio-Economy and Bio-Based Industries. His humanitarian approach to innovation, particularly in the food sector, combined with his experience in startups, research, and teaching, brings valuable perspective to The BRAIN Diet's mission of advancing evidence-based nutrition through innovative approaches. His commitment to knowledge-driven innovation and results-oriented action aligns with The BRAIN Diet's systems-based framework for supporting brain health.
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Paul Houston
Paul Houston — Founder, The BRAIN Diet
Paul Houston is the creator of the B.R.A.I.N. framework (Bio-Regulation Algorithm & Integrated Neuronutrition), a systems-based model examining how lifestyle inputs regulate biological function and influence cognitive and metabolic health.
With a background in clinical data strategy and health systems innovation, Paul previously contributed to large-scale healthcare data initiatives at the European Medicines Agency and European Commission funded projects. He is published in leading journals including Nature and The BMJ. His current focus is on integrating neuroscience, nutrition, and regulatory physiology into a unified training and research platform.
He is developing The BRAIN Diet alongside our team of experts for both a scientific framework and applied educational ecosystem bridging nutrition, neurobiology, longevity research, and practitioner training.