Changing minds: preparing for an era of neurological reflexivity
30th Jun 2008; 18:00
Event Venue:RSA, 8 John Adam Street, London, WC2N 6EZ
With Matthew Taylor, chief executive, RSA
Respondent: David Willetts MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Chair: Rachel O'Brien, interim director of Programme, RSA
Building on the theme of pro-social behaviour outlined in his inaugural speech in 2007, Matthew Taylor will explore the policy implications of our new understanding of neuroscience and social psychology. How does a greater understanding of how our brains work affect the kinds of public services we deliver? As we begin to know ourselves better, how does that affect our relationships with other people and society as whole? Join Matthew and invited guests for this fascinating exploration of our brains, our communities, and the future of the RSA.
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asset_created_by_name% - 18 Jun 2008 9:41pm
A fascinating subject .. the mind is a chemical reaction vessel where our food and fluids influence our thinking but our thinking influences the chemistry.