BEIJING, Sept. 15 (Xinhua) -- Minds Wide Open, the first documentary commissioned and produced by Tianqiao and Chrissy Chen Institute (TCCI) was released to the public on September 12, showcasing exciting advances and tantalizing opportunities in brain science.
Featuring some of the world's most innovative scientists and doctors, the film focuses on interdisciplinary work being done to unlock the mysteries of the human brain and help people whose lives are affected by brain disease and disorders.
"We are close to a number of breakthroughs in brain science that have the potential to alleviate suffering, inspire new technologies and truly change the world," explained TCCI's co-founder, Tianqiao Chen, adding that "now it is the best time to support fundamental brain research because we have an unparalleled opportunity to advance the science, help humanity and shape the future."
The shooting team of the film has interviewed 12 prominent scientists and doctors from UC Berkeley, California Institute of Technology, Harvard, Fudan University-affiliated Huashan Hospital, Oxford and Stanford. They present compelling advances in brain research, psychiatry, biology, robotics and artificial intelligence, and demonstrate how they can help patients.
"By making films like this, we want to draw attention to the incredible work being done in the field of brain science," said Chrissy Luo, TCCI co-founder. The film also emphasizes the need to inspire and support the next generation of interdisciplinary brain researchers.
She added that "we hope to encourage young scientists to go into this field and attract more support for them from policy makers, philanthropists and members of the public." (Edited by Zhang Yuan, zhangyuan11@xinhua.org)
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