How are human brains responding to the planetary crisis?
This site records the investigations of Paul Howard-Jones as he explores links between mind, brain and planet.
Why this site?
The human brain has been key to our resilience as a species. Now we may be facing the greatest threat of all – the deterioration of the planet’s climate and the loss of its biodiversity. Understanding how our brains are responding to this existential crisis may help us survive it.
Research
Insights about the mind and brain expressed on this site arise from published research in psychology and cognitive neuroscience. Wherever possible, blogs and podcasts provide references to the original research.
About Paul Howard-Jones
Paul Howard-Jones is Professor of Neuroscience and Education at the University of Bristol, UK. He has published research in psychology, neuroscience, environmental education, anthropology and other areas. He is most widely known as a broadcaster with credits such as Secret Life of Four Year Olds (Channel 4), Secret World of Children (Channel 5), In Search of Eden (BBC Radio 4).