Mariano Sigman

Mariano Sigman is a renowned neuroscientist, global TED speaker, and author of numerous scientific papers and two non-fiction books. Mariano is known for his groundbreaking work in examining the human brain and has led numerous integrative projects, exploring the intricacies and reasons behind human decision-making, learning, and creativity. He is currently the Director of Research and Education at Scienseed.

Earning a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from the University of Buenos Aires, he achieved a PhD in Neuroscience at Rockefeller University. Mariano then completed Postdoctoral Studies in Cognitive Sciences at the College of France. His accomplished academic career enabled him to hold many high-profile positions, such as Director of the Integrative Neuroscience Laboratory at the University of Buenos Aires and Director of the Neuroscience Laboratory at Torcuato Di Tella University. Mariano spent time as a Visiting Professor at Carlos III University of Madrid, co-founding Sigmind, a service that uses AI and technology to support mental health diagnoses, during the same period. He is also the only Latin American scientist to have been a Director of the Human Brain Project. 

He holds various accolades, including the Human Frontiers Career Development Award, the National Prize of Physics in Argentina, the Young Investigator Prize of the College of France, and the IBM Scalable Data Analytics Award. He was awarded the Pio XI Medal and made a Laureate of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences in 2016. 

An intelligent and engaging speaker, Mariano has a distinct way of presenting his keynotes, ensuring they are both engaging and interactive, making complex topics accessible and digestible for a wide range of audiences, as seen in his TED talk 'Your Words May Predict Your Future Mental Health', and his joint TEDxperiment with Dan Ariely. Mariano is the author of two non-fiction books, ‘The Secret Life of The Mind’ and ‘The Power of Words’, the latter of which currently has translated versions in the works. Alongside his scientific endeavours, Mariano has been featured in multiple documentaries and broadcasts, is a keen musician and an avid artist, his work having been exhibited at the Pushkin Museum in Moscow and the Fortuny Palace at the Venice Biennale. A rare blend of creativity and analytical skills, Mariano is the perfect addition to any event with his ability to connect with and fascinate a variety of audiences.