The “Translating Neuroscience” panel will explore how to accurately and accessibly convey to the non-scientific public the discoveries of scientific research around contemplative practice while maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the research. Specifically, we will focus on the promises and challenges of communicating complex ideas from neuroscience and cognitive science about the nature of the brain and cognition to lay or non-specialist audiences. Moderated by: Andrew Dreitcer & Elissa Epel
Moderators
Andrew Dreitcer, MDiv, PhD
Claremont School of Theology
Convening Faculty, Planning Committee Member
Andrew Dreitcer is Professor of Spirituality, Director of Spiritual Formation, Director of the D.Min in “Spiritual Renewal, Contemplative Practice, and Strategic Leadership,” and co-directs the Center for Engaged Compassion at … MORE
Elissa Epel, PhD
University of California, San Francisco
Convening Faculty, Fellow, Planning Committee Member, Reviewer
Elissa Epel, Ph.D, is a Professor, and Vice Chair, in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, at University of California, San Francisco. She studies psychological, social, and behavioral pathways … MORE
Panel Members
Clifford Saron, PhD
University of California, Davis
Convening Faculty, Fellow, Planning Committee Member
Daniel Siegel, MD
UCLA School of Medicine
