Daniel Porada

Daniel Porada is a Neuroscience Doctoral Research Associate at Wake Forest University School of Medicine.23 He has a diverse background that combines entrepreneurship, medical research, and neuroscience.

Education and Research

Porada completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at Columbia University in the City of New York.2 Currently, he is pursuing his doctoral studies in neuroscience at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, where he is involved in research at the Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy.3

Entrepreneurial Ventures

While studying biology at Columbia University, Porada came up with the idea for Synapse, an energy drink startup that combines nootropics with a great taste.1 He co-founded the company with Charles Lankau and Brandon Hall, whom he met during a medical internship at Wake Forest Innovations.1

Synapse Energy Drink

The concept behind Synapse was to create an energy drink that leverages the Krebs cycle, the process by which cells generate energy, as an alternative to caffeine.1 Key features of Synapse include:

• Use of nootropics to improve cognitive function
• All-natural ingredients, with no synthetic components
• Focus on health-conscious consumers seeking performance without health sacrifices

Achievements and Recognition

Porada has received recognition for his research work. He was awarded 2nd place in the People's Choice category at a Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) event, highlighting his contributions to the field.4

Daniel Porada's diverse experiences in entrepreneurship and neuroscience research demonstrate his multifaceted approach to innovation in health and cognitive enhancement.