Why subscribe to The Creative Scientist?

Welcome to The Creative Scientist, a space where science, creativity, and the art of being human intersect. I’m Dr Miguel, a clinical neuroscientist, nutritionist, and gut-brain/mental health specialist with a uniquely wired brain (hello, ADHD and autism!). This is where I explore the beautiful messiness of life through a scientific lens and a compassionate heart.

Here, you’ll find more than just science. You’ll discover:

  • Insights into the gut-brain connection: How microbes, nutrition, and neuroscience influence emotional and mental health.

  • Reflections on resilience and growth: Stories and tools for navigating burnout, unique neurotypes, and life’s inevitable challenges.

  • Food, mood, and meaning: How what we eat shapes how we feel, think, and show up in the world—explored through science, storytelling, and practical wisdom.

  • Musings on meaning and self-awareness: I weave Zen philosophy, neurobiology, and lived experience to inspire more authentic, connected living.

  • Creative takes on human connection: Because science isn’t just about data. It’s a way of understanding ourselves and others more deeply.




What Can You Expect?

I offer rigorously grounded ideas you can apply to your life. Whether it’s a thought-provoking piece on mindfulness, a deep dive into how gut health shapes your mood, or reflections on neurodivergence as a strength, my goal is simple: to help you think differently, nourish yourself, and live more fully.

So, are you ready to embark on a transformative journey that combines the wonders of science with the beauty of human connection? Subscribe to The Creative Scientist today 🙏🏽




Who’s This For?

If you’re curious about:

  • How science can help us understand our emotions, minds, and bodies,

  • How food and nutrition are connected to mental clarity, emotional balance, and creativity,

  • How to live authentically while embracing imperfection,

  • And how creativity, reflection, and connection shape who we are,

… then this is the place for you.




More Than a Newsletter: A Community

This isn’t just a newsletter. The Creative Scientist is a gathering place for curious minds and kind hearts. As a subscriber, you’re joining a community of people who, like you, are exploring how to embrace both the science and the soul of being human.

  • Free subscribers: Enjoy regular posts and insights.

  • Paid members: Get deeper access: start threads, ask questions, join exclusive AMAs, and take part in conversations that matter, plus get access to my full publication archive.




Why I Do This

For me, this isn’t about chasing perfection or constant self-optimisation. It’s about pausing, reflecting, and finding meaning in the mundane, the messy, and the miraculous. Science is my tool. Food is my muse. Writing is my craft. And connection? That’s always the goal.

If you’re ready to explore the intersections of science, food, creativity, and life itself, join me here. Subscribe now, and let’s begin this journey together.

Warmly,

Signed by Dr Miguel

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Queer neuroscientist writing from the crossroads of science and soul. I weave fact, curiosity, and compassion into stories about food, brains, and gut microbes - inviting deeper thinking and fuller, more conscious living.