Dr Hannah Critchlow

Dr Hannah Critchlow is a globally recognised neuroscientist at the University of Cambridge, specialising in cellular and molecular neuroscience. Renowned for her ability to demystify the complexities of the human brain, she has presented major television programmes including Tomorrow’s World Live and Family Brain Games. Her literary contributions include the Sunday Times bestseller The Science of Fate, which was translated into eight languages, as well as Joined-up Thinking and Consciousness: A Ladybird Expert Guide. Currently, she serves as a Science Outreach Fellow at Magdalene College and is an elected member of the European Dana Alliance for the Brain. Her career is marked by prestigious accolades, including being named a Top 100 UK scientist by the Science Council and one of Cambridge University’s most inspirational women in science. Furthering her impact, she is the scheduled recipient of the 2026 Rosalind Franklin Medal from the Humanist Society. Beyond academia, she operates as a consultant for the corporate sector, applying neurological principles to improve collective decision-making, encourage intuitive thinking, and mitigate unconscious bias within professional teams. Drawing on an impressive background that includes an Honorary Doctorate from Brunel University and a Cambridge University Fellowship, Dr Critchlow is a premier choice for audiences seeking to understand the mechanics of the mind. Her sessions offer a sophisticated exploration of how our biological makeup influences innovation and executive behaviour in the modern world. On stage, Dr Hannah Critchlow is best known for talks on Science. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Health & Wellbeing and Science & Research, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Dr Hannah Critchlow is regularly booked for Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Dr Hannah Critchlow travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Dr Hannah Critchlow would approach your audience.