Welcome to Neurokrish Immersion. In this podcast, we explore an important and often under-examined area of human behavior: the psychology behind political thinking. What we believe politically is not just a matter of opinion or policy preference. It’s rooted in deeper psychological frameworks that span cognition, emotion, social identity, morality, and power. This episode introduces…
In my journey through the many corridors of neuroscience, few encounters have been as enriching as those shared with my friend and colleague, Professor Ludger Tebartz van Elst. Our association dates back to our training days in Professor Trimble’s lab, and over the years, both our academic interests and families have remained closely intertwined. Today,…
By Dr. E.S. Krishnamoorthy We live in a world that celebrates survival. Modern medicine trains doctors and nurses to fight disease, to extend life, to revive and restore. What it doesn’t often prepare us for is the one thing we cannot avoid: death. In this edition of Neurokrish Immersion, Dr. Ennapadam S. Krishnamoorthy explores the…
April is World Autism Month, and in this edition of Neurokrish Immersion, we pay tribute to the late Dr. Oliver Sacks and his profound insights into the savant brain. Savants are individuals who display extraordinary abilities despite significant challenges. Autism was first described by two experts, Leo Kanner, an Austrian-American psychiatrist, and Hans Asperger, an…
By Dr. E.S. Krishnamoorthy By Dr. E.S. Krishnamoorthy What truly makes us happy? It’s a question we’ve all asked ourselves at some point — while watching a sunset, enjoying a good meal, or even just reflecting on our lives. But is happiness a fleeting emotion, or is it something more deeply rooted in our brains?…
By Dr. E.S. Krishnamoorthy Over 2,500 years ago, the Buddha offered humanity a roadmap to understanding and overcoming suffering. Though his words were initially passed down through generations of monks and students in an oral tradition, the first written records only appeared 500 years after his death. Yet, his teachings remain strikingly relevant, cogent, and…
By Dr. E.S. Krishnamoorthy This exploration is deeply personal. It is in honor of my father, Dr. Krishnamurti Srinivas—a distinguished neurologist with an equally profound love for music. His dual passion for the art of healing and the art of sound serves as the inspiration for this discussion. I am joined in this journey by…
What Makes Some Minds More Creative? Have you ever wondered why some people seem to create masterpieces while others struggle with inspiration? What if the secret to creativity lies deep within the brain? Today, we explore the fascinating stories of Vincent van Gogh, the legendary painter, and Kumagusu Minakata, the Japanese polymath, to understand how…
Introduction Faith is a universal human experience, but what shapes it? Is it purely belief, or do our brain, mind, and culture play a role? Can mental health conditions influence religious experiences? Let’s explore these fascinating questions through science and psychology. How the Brain Connects to Faith Faith isn’t just about belief; it has a…
Welcome to our discussion on Jiddu Krishnamurti, an intriguing figure who transformed from a curious teenager into a globally recognized philosopher. This journey mixes elements of neuroscience, philosophy, and mysticism and raises questions about what enlightenment really means. Early Life and Mystical Experiences Krishnamurti was born in 1895 in a small town in Andhra Pradesh,…
