Dr Mark Williams

Community / Last contribution 22 Nov 2022

Mark runs programs for schools and businesses on the neuroscience of learning, the neuroscience of emotions, and the impact of modern technologies (like smartphones) on our brain. Learning outcomes, resilience, curiosity, tolerance, and emotional intelligence are all declining whilst stress, anxiety, depression, and suicide are rising. Money and technology alone are not the answer to innovative practices in our schools, workplaces, and society. We need a significant shift in our understanding. Dr Mark Williams is an Internationally recognised Honorary Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience. He has extensive experience in research and teaching and has authored 80+ publications. Mark has worked at top Universities in Australia and overseas including MIT in the USA. He has been published in top-tier international academic journals and been widely featured in the media including the ABC, SkyNews, SBS, The Guardian, New York Times, The Economist, and the New Scientist. For more information on Mark’s work with schools please see: www.drmarkwilliams.com/