Amutha Meyyappan
About
Amutha Meyyappan is a dynamic lecturer, TED speaker, and researcher specialising in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Education. She brings vitality to higher education through thought-provoking lectures spanning diverse disciplines. With an engaging teaching approach, Amutha breathes life into seemingly mundane subjects. With eight years of leadership in an education services business, she applied neuroeducation pedagogy to impact 300 entities across varied age groups.
In 2019, Amutha orchestrated the groundbreaking Neuroeducation Symposium at the National University of Singapore, drawing international speakers and recognition from the Finnish Ambassador to Singapore. Beyond her academic pursuits, she is proficient in Japanese.
Currently, her research delves into the pandemic’s impact on mental health, exploring dimensions of life, love, work, and learning for both children and adults. Amutha’s diverse achievements showcase her commitment to innovative education and understanding the psychological effects of the new normal.
KeyNote
Reimagining Life and Work Through the Neuroscience of Play
Embrace the profound benefits of play for sustained happiness, productivity, and self-actualization. Our brains, intricately wired to absorb information through the senses, thrive on the development of complex neural networks that enhance learning and processing speed. Sadly, the neglect of hands-on activities has impaired optimal brain development, hindering learning, growth, and emotional balance. Groundbreaking insights from neuroscience underscore the deep connection between well-being and the integration of play into our lives. Rediscover balance and fulfillment across every aspect of life—work, education, relationships, and personal growth—through the transformative power of play. Neuroscience reveals that incorporating play not only boosts happiness but also drives success and resilience in today’s fast-paced world. Diversity training should move beyond awareness, helping individuals understand the neurological roots of bias and fostering more conscious, informed decision-making. By leveraging social neuroscience, organizations can deepen their commitment to equity, advancing gender parity and empowering teams to achieve greater collective success.KeyNote Topics
Balanced living through Neuroscience, Diversity and Inclusion in Neuroscience
