Adam Gazzaley

Founder of Neuroscape at UCSF; Co-Founder and Chief Science Advisor at Akili Interactive and JAZZ VP

Dr. Adam Gazzaley, a renowned figure in the field of neuroscience, holds an M.D. and Ph.D. from Mount Sinai School of Medicine and has completed his postdoctoral training at the University of California, Berkeley. Currently serving as the David Dolby Distinguished Professor of Neurology, Physiology, and Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco, he is also the Founder and Executive Director of Neuroscape, a pioneering translational neuroscience center at UCSF.

At Neuroscape, Dr. Gazzaley spearheads the creation of cutting-edge brain assessment and cognitive enhancement technologies. These technologies involve bespoke video games fused with state-of-the-art advancements like virtual/augmented reality, motion capture, and brain stimulation, which are then rigorously evaluated through research studies utilizing fMRI, EEG, and TMS.

Beyond Neuroscape, Dr. Gazzaley's influence extends to various companies in the tech and healthcare sectors. He is the co-founder and Chief Science Advisor of Akili Interactive, a firm producing therapeutic video games, Sensync, a company specializing in sensory immersion experiences, and JAZZ Venture Partners, a venture capital entity investing in experiential technologies.

Dr. Gazzaley's contributions transcend academia and business, as he has advised reputable companies including Apple, GE, and Deloitte. Moreover, his involvement in the public sector is notable, having served as a member of the President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition's Science Board and currently holding positions at the California Academy of Sciences.

With numerous patents, over 140 scientific articles, and more than 675 presentations worldwide, Dr. Gazzaley is a recognized expert in his field. He has garnered extensive media coverage, featured in prestigious outlets like The New York Times, TIME, and NPR. His televised PBS special 'The Distracted Mind with Dr. Adam Gazzaley' and his book 'The Distracted Mind: Ancient Brains in a High-Tech World' have further solidified his reputation.

Receiving accolades such as the 2015 Society for Neuroscience Science Educator Award, Dr. Adam Gazzaley remains at the forefront of cognitive neuroscience, blending technology with scientific research to push boundaries in understanding the human brain.