Antonio Damasio
Neuroscientist & Author | The Neurology of Emotion & Decision-Making
Most recently at TED in 2011.
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Antonio Damasio is a pioneering neuroscientist and author known for his groundbreaking work on the neurobiology of emotion, decision-making, and consciousness. As the David Dornsife Professor of Neuroscience and Director of the Brain and Creativity Institute at the University of Southern California, Damasio's research has transformed our understanding of how emotions shape human behavior and decision-making.
His acclaimed books, including 'Descartes' Error' and 'The Feeling of What Happens', have reached global audiences, shedding light on the deep connections between the body, mind, and self. Damasio's keynotes draw on cutting-edge neuroscience to reveal how emotion and reason work in tandem, giving leaders and organizations a fresh perspective on problem-solving and decision-making.
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The quest to understand consciousness
Every morning we wake up and regain consciousness -- that is a marvelous fact -- but what exactly is it that we regain? Neuroscientist Antonio Damasio uses this simple question to give us a glimpse into how our brains create our sense of self.
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