Adam Gazzaley
About Adam Gazzaley
“"Dr. Adam Gazzaley gave the 2024 Keynote William Luttge Lecture for the 25th Anniversary of the University of Florida McKnight Brain Institute. This is a challenging seminar to give as it involved a large broad audience that includes clinicians, lay persons, and neuroscientists from a broad range of fields spanning cellular to cognitive neuroscience. Dr. Gazzaley was a brilliant and captivating speaker that artfully presented a talk that was accessible to the public while still being compelling for the seasoned neuroscientists. Needless to say, Dr. Gazzaley’s ability to effectively communicate complex ideas in a way that is engaging and accessible is truly remarkable. The McKnight Brain Institute community was buzzing with excitement after Dr. Gazzaley’s talk. Personally, I was thoroughly impressed by the presentation, and his passion for advancing the field of neuroscience was palpable. I highly recommend Dr. Gazzaley as a keynote speaker for any event or conference in need of a knowledgeable and inspiring expert in neuroscience."”
Speech topics
AI and the Brain
Dr. Adam Gazzaley explores how artificial intelligence and neuroscience are coming together to expand the boundaries of human potential. From AI-powered video games that boost memory and attention in seniors, to smart wearables that detect depression from a person’s voice, discover how cutting-edge technology is enhancing our minds and mental well-being. Drawing on his groundbreaking work in experiential medicine and closed-loop neurotechnology, Dr. Gazzaley reveals a future where personalized, adaptive brain therapies could help us learn faster, focus deeper, and overcome mental health challenges. Attendees will hear inspiring case studies – notably, his advancement of the first FDA-approved video game. Importantly, this talk doesn’t shy away from the big questions: What are the ethical and societal implications when brains and AI intertwine? How do we safeguard privacy and humanity in this high-tech revolution? This is a journey into the next frontier of human innovation, where AI and the brain unite to improve lives. You’ll come away with a fresh understanding of emerging neurotechnologies, a glimpse of tomorrow’s brain-enhancing tools, and an appreciation for how scientists like Dr. Gazzaley are ensuring this new frontier benefits everyone in a responsible, human-centered way.
Speaking videos
Books by Adam Gazzaley
“The Distracted Mind: Ancient Brains in a High-Tech World (The MIT Press)” (2017)
Why our brains aren't built for media multitasking, and how we can learn to live with technology in a more balanced way."Brilliant and practical, just what we need in these techno-human times."―Jack Kornfield, author of The Wise HeartMost of us will freely admit that we are obsessed with our devices. We pride ourselves on our ability to multitask―read work email, reply to a text, check Facebook, watch a video clip. Talk on the phone, send a text, drive a car. Enjoy family dinner with a glowing smartphone next to our plates. We can do it all, 24/7! Never mind the errors in the email, the near-miss on the road, and the unheard conversation at the table. In The Distracted Mind, Adam Gazzaley and Larry Rosen―a neuroscientist and a psychologist―explain why our brains aren't built for multitasking, and suggest better ways to live in a high-tech world without giving up our modern technology.The authors explain that our brains are limited in their ability to pay attention. We don't really multitask but rather switch rapidly between tasks. Distractions and interruptions, often technology-related―referred to by the authors as “interference”―collide with our goal-setting abilities. We want to finish this paper/spreadsheet/sentence, but our phone signals an incoming message and we drop everything. Even without an alert, we decide that we “must” check in on social media immediately.Gazzaley and Rosen offer practical strategies, backed by science, to fight distraction. We can change our brains with meditation, video games, and physical exercise; we can change our behavior by planning our accessibility and recognizing our anxiety about being out of touch even briefly. They don't suggest that we give up our devices, but that we use them in a more balanced way.
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