Dr. Mohammad Nami

Dr. Mohammad Nami is an accomplished Assistant Professor of Cognitive Neuropsychology and Neuroscience at the Canadian University Dubai. He has an extensive academic and professional background, being an Associate Member of the Harvard Medical School Alumni and a Member of the Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs. His academic journey has seen him hold significant positions such as the former Head of the Department of Neuroscience and Vice Chancellor for Research and Technology Affairs at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences.

Currently, Dr. Nami is the Co-Founder & Director of the Brain, Cognition, and Behaviour Unit at BrainHub UAE, where he focuses on advancing the fields of medical and cognitive neuroscience, cognitive neuropsychology, and the neuroscience of sleep. His dedication to the interconnection between mental health and sleep health is evident in his belief that these two aspects must be co-promoted for optimal well-being. This perspective has driven his career towards helping individuals realise their full cognitive and affective potentials, particularly through improved sleep and mental aptitude. Dr. Nami's TEDx talks "My Brain and Itself" & "Morningness? Not My Brain..." exemplify his astute understanding of the human brain - the most complex machine. This knowledge is a result of his illustrious career as a medical doctor, academic and researcher. 

In addition to his academic roles, Dr. Nami has made substantial contributions to the scientific community, as reflected by his impressive H-Index of 24 and i10-Index of 54, alongside 159 peer-reviewed publications as of September 2023. His research spans a wide range of topics within neuroscience, with particular attention to sleep disorders and related interventions. He also holds a Post-Doctoral membership with the Canadian Association for Neuroscience and has served as a Visiting Professor with the Society for Brain Mapping & Therapeutics, further solidifying his standing in the global neuroscience community. In 2023 he co-authored "Dale to Excel: The Neuroleadership Perspective" that explores the work of Dale Carnegie. 

Dr. Nami's career is marked by notable achievements, including his roles as Neuro-Coach for SolaVieve and Clinical Consultant for High Performance Brain, where he has applied his expertise to practical settings beyond academia. Dr. Nami’s commitment to advancing brain health and cognitive fitness is underscored by his work as a Medical Advisor for Inclusive Brain Health at Swiss Alternative Medicine. Through these diverse roles, he continues to impact the field of neuroscience profoundly, both as a researcher and as a keynote speaker, inspiring many with his vision for integrated mental and sleep health.