Beck Brachman

Neuroscientist, social entrepreneur

Why you should listen

Beck Brachman is revolutionizing mental health through her pioneering work in preventative psychopharmacology and forensic immunology. As the CEO of the nonprofit Imprint, she leads efforts to uncover hidden causes of chronic diseases, while her discovery of alexigents — the first drugs that enhance stress resilience — offers hope for preventing PTSD and depression. She is a 2017 TED Fellow.

Beck Brachman’s TED talks

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Beck Brachman

Could a drug prevent depression and PTSD?

Posted Dec 2016

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Beck Brachman

A new class of drug that could prevent depression and PTSD

Posted Mar 2019

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Live from TED2025

Big ideas from day 3 of TED2025

April 10, 2025

On the third day of TED2025, speakers explored the theme of empowerment — whether through entrepreneurship for refugees, groundbreaking health tech, ethical AI or parenting strategies that spark joy. Below, some highlights from an action-packed day. Entrepreneurship against the odds. For many refugees, opportunities are limited — yet Julienne Oyler sees entrepreneurship as a powerful […]