Yhonatan Shemesh

As Research Analyst at Joy Ventures, Yhonatan is responsible for maintaining an up-to-date picture of the scientific literature in the neuro-wellness space.

Prior to joining Joy, Yhonatan was employed at the Israel Gerontological Data Center at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he conducted research on the psychological and social predictors of healthy aging, and was involved in producing evidence-based recommendations for policymakers. In 2017, he co-published an academic book on public understanding of economics.

Yhonatan holds a Masters degree in brain and cognitive science, and is currently pursuing a PhD in psychological data science. He has served in several research capacities in the military and in academia.

Sources of Joy: Yhonatan is an avid cook, percussionist, and gardener.