Acclaimed broadcaster and bestselling author Julia Baird dives into one of the most fascinating scientific questions of recent time: what does your gut have to do with your brain?

We’ve long been able to mend bones and replace failing organs, yet the brain’s complexities remain one of medicine’s greatest challenges. Now, ground–breaking research is uncovering a surprising answer from an unexpected place – the gut. From Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s to anxiety and depression, scientists are revealing the powerful role of the gut microbiome in shaping not just how we feel, but how we think.

Joining Julia in this eye-opening discussion is renowned psychiatrist Prof. Gordon Parker from the Black Dog Institute, alongside leading researchers in gut and brain health, to explore the transformative potential of this science.

This is your chance to gain a new perspective on the mind–body connection, guided by some of the best in the field. Prepare for insights, revelations and a glimpse into the future of mental and physical health.

The UQ Impact Series is presented in partnership with The University of Queensland.

Julia Baird: Healthy Microbiome, Happy Brain? is part of World Science Festival Brisbane. Find out more here.