Jamil Zaki

Jamil Zaki is a professor of psychology at Stanford University and the director of the Stanford Social Neuroscience Laboratory. His work explores the psychological and neural mechanisms underlying empathy, social connection, and hope. He is the author of the book 'Hope for Cynics', which examines how hope can be cultivated even in challenging times. Zaki’s research has been widely published in leading scientific journals and has been featured in major media outlets. He is also a sought-after speaker and educator, dedicated to making psychological science accessible to broader audiences.