Alexandre Okano

Alexandre Okano is a Doctor of Physical Education and a professor in the Neuroscience program at the Federal University of ABC (UFABC) in Brazil. He is recognized for his research on the impact of physical exercise on cognitive function and mental health. Recently, he was in the news for his insights on the importance of breaking prolonged periods of sedentary behavior and for initiating a study on the use of electrical muscle stimulation as a strategy to enhance blood flow to the brain, thereby benefiting cognitive function.