
Michael Platt is a Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, where he leads research on the neural and evolutionary basis of social decision-making, leadership, and cooperation. He is the author of 'The Leader’s Brain' and has contributed to major scientific journals and public discourse on leadership, brain science, and organizational behavior.
Michael Platt is a renowned neuroscientist and professor at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in the neural mechanisms underlying social behavior, leadership, and decision-making. His research bridges neuroscience, psychology, and economics, exploring how the brain shapes leadership and cooperation. Platt has published extensively in top scientific journals and is the author of 'The Leader’s Brain,' a book that translates neuroscience findings into practical insights for leaders. He has also advised organizations and spoken at major conferences worldwide.
Platt’s work has been featured in leading media outlets, and he is recognized for making complex neuroscience accessible to broader audiences.

Topic: Neuroscience of decision-making, social influence on behavior, and tools for improving focus and attention.

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