Our STORY

Imagine if unlocking the secrets of your brain and changing your life was as simple as an eye test? Meet Connectome.

It started with a simple yet powerful realization: our brains are one of the most crucial, yet overlooked, parts of our well-being. Watching loved ones struggle with neurological diseases and mental illness made this deeply personal. The impact wasn’t just on them but on everyone around them.

The question became: how can we prevent this? The problem is that existing tools are out of reach for most people. Traditional neuroimaging technologies like fMRI and PET scans are expensive, complex, and focused on treatment for few rather than prevention for many. Early-stage neurological issues and mental illness often go undetected, leaving people and clinicians without the insights they need to act before it’s too late.

We made it our mission to change this.

Person undergoing LUCID brain scan with Connectome headset -- computer screen displaying brain imaging and neurotracking data.

By understanding and tracking your brain health in a way as simple and routine as getting an eye test, we’ve built a system that combines cutting-edge neuroscience with user-friendly technology.

But it doesn’t stop there. Brain health isn’t just about solving problems—it’s about unlocking potential. With regular assessments, you can track your progress and refine your approach, ensuring your brain is performing at its best over time.

Beyond helping people, we’re contributing to the wider field of neuroscience. By creating anonymized datasets, we’re helping researchers and clinicians uncover new biomarkers, develop better diagnostics, and build the future of brain health.

At Connectome, we’re not just building technology —we're rethinking how we think about brain health. Proactive, empowering, and integrative as a natural part of everyday life. Together, we’re shaping a healthier, sharper, and more connected future—for you, your family, and the world.

Inside look into your brain

Meet the people behind our groundbreaking research

We’re a group of world-class neuroscientists, academic innovators, and problem-solvers driven by a shared mission: to make brain health accessible and actionable. Together, we turn complex science into personalized tools that empower you to achieve mental clarity, resilience, and peak performance.

our founders

Lucas Scherdel, Connectome CEO and Co-Founder. Health Tech Innovator

Lucas Scherdel

CEO & Co-Founder | Health Tech & Neuroscientist

Rufus Mitchell-Heggs PhD, Co-Founder Connectome

Rufus Mitchell-Heggs, PhD

Co-Founder & Chief Scientific Officer

our delivery team

  • Dr. onayomi rosenior-patten MD

    Health Data Scientist & Medical Researcher

  • DR MATTEO VINAO-CARL, PHD

    DR MATTEO VINAO-CARL, PHD

    Functional Neuroimaging & Cognitive Behavioural Analyst | Imperial College London

  • DR ROBERT PEACH | PHD

    Senior Data Scientist | Imperial College, UK

  • Juliet Sharkey

    Head of Growth

our engineers

  • HENRIK NERDRUM

    HENRIK NERDRUM

    Full Stack Software Engineer | Norway

  • Daniel Tamkin

    Daniel Tamkin | PHD

    Research Engineer | USA

our SCIENTIFIC ADVISORS

  • Professor Simon Schultz

    Professor Simon Schultz

    Professor & Director of Centre for Neurotechnology | Imperial College London

  • Dr Dorothy Tee

    Dr Dorothy Tee

    Principle Investigator | Department of Psychology | Edge Hill University

  • Prof Manuel Gunther

    Prof Manuel Gunther

    Assistant Professor, AI & ML, University of Zurich | Switzerland

Our values

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trust through accuracy

Precision is at the heart of everything we do. From advanced brain scans to actionable insights, every recommendation is grounded in science you can rely on.

We’re redefining brain health with cutting-edge tools that empower prevention and early insights, making it accessible and impactful for everyone.

lead with innovation

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Science, made simple

We turn complex neuroscience into clear, user-friendly insights, empowering you to take control & focus on what matters most — without feeling overwhelmed.

Committed to progress

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We’re here to help people grow—sharpen focus, build resilience, and have a better quality of life. With personalized recommendations, long-term tracking, and ongoing support, we ensure your brain performs at its best over time.

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Want to be part of the neuroscience revolution?

We’re always looking for talented people who are passionate about using the power of science to change lives.

Send us your details -- we'd love to hear from you and will be in touch about future opportunities.