Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, the Singin' Scientist

Harvard Brain Bank

                                 


Dr. Jill is the National Spokesperson for the Harvard Brain Tissue Resource Center (Harvard Brain Bank).  She travels the country as the Singin' Scientist educating audiences about the beauty of the brain and the value of brain donation for research into the severe mental illnesses.  (Yes, she sings for brains!)  Brain donation is the gift of hope.  From knowledge will come a cure.


Click here to listen to the Brain Bank Jingle!


NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness

NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots organization in support of people with mental illness.  Mental illnesses are biologically based brain disorders. Dr. Jill served on the national board of directors between 1994-1997.  NAMI is dedicated to improving the total quality of life for families with severe mental illness through support, education, advocacy, research, and improved community services.

Dr. Jill currently serves as the president of the local affiliate, NAMI Greater Bloomington Area.