Uma Adwani
Neuroscience Researcher | The Psychology of Decision-Making
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Uma Adwani is a leading neuroscience researcher who explores the science of human decision-making. As a visiting professor at Stanford University, she studies how the brain processes information to shape our choices and behaviors.
Adwani's TED Talks have reached millions, offering science-backed strategies for making smarter, more intentional decisions. Her keynotes reveal the neurological drivers behind our biases and blindspots, empowering audiences to overcome mental blocks and unlock their full potential.
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The hidden messages in multiplication
For months Uma Adwani struggled to make a living in a new city, until she was hired to teach a subject she loathed most: math. Growing up Adwani despised the subject, but as she developed lesson plans for her class, she began to fall in love with its magic, poetry and symmetry. In this talk, Adwani shares the secret wisdom she's found hidden in multiplication tables.
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