Mariam
Khayretdinova
Bridging technology, neuroscience, and AI to transform mental health care
Mariam Khayretdinova is the CEO and Co-Founder of Brainify.AI, a large brain data company building the world's most comprehensive EEG intelligence platform to accelerate the development of precision diagnostics and novel treatments in neuroscience, including psychiatry and neurodegenerative disorders.
A TEDx speaker, author of Decoding Despair: How AI Is Reshaping Psychiatry (Wiley, 2026), Harvard alumna, and researcher at the University of Cambridge, Mariam bridges technology, neuroscience, and AI to make brain disorders explainable—and treatment truly personal.
Decoding
Despair
How AI is Reshaping Psychiatry
A deep exploration of psychiatry's evolution—from a field lacking objectivity and effective treatments to an era of precision diagnostics, novel therapies, and AI-driven drug discovery.
TEDx
Decoding Depression: How AI is Revolutionizing Mental Health
The Brain, AI, and Mental Health
Speaking
Events
Media
Podcasts & Talks
EEG, AI and Psychiatry
The Business of Neurotech
Hosted by Adam Fraser
May 2026
Decoding Depression — From Trial-and-Error to Precision Treatments
Let's Talk About That
Hosted by Anirvan Ghosh
Apr 2026
Can AI Fix Psychiatry? The Truth About Mental Health Algos
Beryl Elites
Hosted by Valkyrie Yao
Apr 2026
Why Psychiatry Is Failing Us and How AI Could Save Lives
Hinesights Podcast
Hosted by Kevin Hines
Feb 2026
Research
Scientific Publications
Predicting Placebo Responses Using EEG and Deep Convolutional Neural Networks
Achieved 69% balanced accuracy in predicting placebo responses in MDD patients using resting-state EEG data.
Prediction of brain sex from EEG: highly accurate and interpretable ML model
85% accuracy and 89% ROC AUC, surpassing all prior EEG benchmarks and rivalling top-tier fMRI results.
Optimization of Deep Neural Networks for Seizure Detection
Tested 100+ DCNN architectures for seizure detection on wearable EEG data.
Data Leakage Problem in Large Multi-site EEG Datasets
Demonstrated 99% accuracy in predicting recording location, highlighting urgent need for data harmonization.
Predicting age from resting-state scalp EEG signals with DCNNs
Improved state-of-the-art brain age prediction by 13% using raw resting-state EEG.
Media Features
Press & Coverage
Innovators compete for $515,000 in prizes
Featured as a finalist in the prestigious 2023 President's Innovation Challenge at Harvard University.
Mental Health Champions: Mariam Khayretdinova Of Brainify.AI
Highlighted for impactful work in mental wellness through Brainify.AI.
Improving the Fight against Depression through AI
Profiled for innovative approaches to combating depression using AI technology.
Harvard Alumna Founds Startup for Innovative Depression Treatments
Recognized for founding a startup focused on pioneering depression treatments.
Revolutionizing Brain Diagnostics with AI
Building the world's most comprehensive EEG intelligence platform to accelerate precision diagnostics and novel treatments in neuroscience, psychiatry, and neurodegenerative disorders.
Visit Brainify.AI
Building the world's most comprehensive EEG intelligence platform to accelerate precision diagnostics and novel treatments in neuroscience, psychiatry, and neurodegenerative disorders.
Visit Brainify.AIFuel Kids' Tennis Dreams in Ghana
Mariam & Coach Michael Nortey
Tennis is one of the greatest joys in my life. Research shows that racket sports are among the most beneficial activities for brain health. I invite you to help make tennis accessible to children in Ghana through the Michael Nortey Foundation.
— Mariam Khayretdinova
About Michael Nortey Tennis Foundation
Michael Nortey grew up on local courts in Ghana and rose to become a world-ranked ATP tour player representing his country. Drawing on that journey and his extensive coaching experience, he now leads the Michael Nortey Tennis Foundation to pass his knowledge and passion for the sport to the next generation. The foundation's mission is to give young people in Ghana the resources and opportunities they need to pursue tennis and realize their potential—providing equipment, coaching, and structured training and competition.
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