Nova Fellow Alan C. Logan and neurolaw researcher and attorney Dr. Pragya Mishra explore the gut-brain-axis, metaphysical jurisprudence, and promise of neurolaw, and more.
Dr. Diana H. Fishbein, neuroscientist and criminologist, and Nova Fellow Alan C. Logan discuss the importance of prevention science, why it is often overlooked, and solutions to move forward.
Dr. Stephen Schoenthaler, a pioneer in the field of nutrition and mental health, and Nova Fellow Alan C. Logan discuss the history of nutritional psychology and challenges at the intersection of criminal justice, nutrition, and the mental health crisis.
Dr. Nalini Nadkarni’s interview reveals that one never knows where the undulations of a life in science might lead. What we do know from the elegant back-and-forth in the interview is that the journey intersects with the grand challenges of our time.
Here in the second Nova Interview, Dr. Lowry describes the twists and turns of his fascinating journey of discoveries and where he and others might go next. It is easy to see how the topic of microbes and mental health requires the integration of ideas and solutions for the health and flourishing of people, places, and our planet.
The Nova Institute is thrilled to announce the launch of the Nova Interview series published in the open-access journal Challenges.
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After three years of sparking connection and dialogue around transformative ideas in health and flourishing, the Nova Integration Hub will be closing on November 12, 2026. We’re currently in the lab developing new online community building initiatives—and you’re invited to help shape what comes next.
From the beginning, the Hub was created as a communal space that would help break down silos and foster dialogue across disciplines. It has been an experiment in connecting the dots, and with over 42 member-created groups and 654 active discussions, it has been a meaningful gathering place—a space where so many of you have generously shared ideas, wisdom, and inspiration in service of a more integrated and compassionate approach to health and well‑being. That spirit will carry forward into our next chapter.
As we look ahead, our goal is simple: Continue to pilot innovative forums for broad audiences to engage with researchers, creatives, educators, clinicians, policymakers, advocates, community organizers, journalists—anyone who wants to make a change in the world. We want to provide welcoming opportunities for conversation that will foster belonging rather than othering. We want to make unexpected connections that will lead us to the next bold leaps forward in health. Above all, we aim to spark joy and optimism about what’s possible for the planet we share.
So, where shall we go next? Your feedback about the Hub is extraordinarily meaningful to us, so please RSVP to attend one of our upcoming virtual town halls on Wednesday, November 4 at 3 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time and Thursday, November 12 at 3 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time. You may also submit comments in writing via our community listening form.
On behalf of the entire Nova team, we’re grateful for your participation, your curiosity, and your eagerness to share your perspectives on the Hub. Please visit Nova’s website at novainstituteforhealth.org and subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates.
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