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The Hidden Neurological Toll of Wildfires: Our New Op-Ed in STAT
Wildfires don’t just destroy homes and landscapes; they leave lasting imprints on our brains. In their STAT op-ed, Banyan Commons co-founders Burcin Ikiz and Clayton Page Aldern highlight the hidden neurological toll of wildfire smoke and stress, especially on children. From memory and cognition to emotional well-being, the impacts can persist for years. Recognizing brain health as central to climate resilience is no longer optional. It’s urgent.
Sep 10, 20251 min read
International Neuro Climate Working Group Recognized by World Economic Forum as a Leading Initiative on Climate and Mental Health
May 28, 2025 We are thrilled to share that the International Neuro Climate Working Group (NCWG) has been recognized by the World Economic...
May 28, 20252 min read
Banyan Commons Featured on World Economic Forum’s New Climate Health Platform
May 20, 2025 We are thrilled to share that our organization is featured in a major new initiative launched by the World Economic Forum:...
May 20, 20251 min read
Celebrating One Year of the International Neuro Climate Working Group: A Global Movement at the Intersection of Brain Health and Climate Change
Happy Anniversary to the International Neuro Climate Working Group! In April 2024, we launched the International Neuro Climate Working...
Apr 22, 20252 min read
Here’s to another year of connection, courage, and action.
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