Lisa Genova is an accomplished author and neuroscientist. She graduated with honours from Bates College and earned a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Harvard University. Lisa combines her expertise in neuroscience with storytelling, earning her the titles of the Oliver Sacks of fiction and the Michael Crichton of brain science. She is the bestselling author of several novels, including "Still Alice," "Left Neglected," "Love Anthony," "Inside the O'Briens," and "Every Note Played." Her first nonfiction book, "Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting," also became a New York Times bestseller.
"Still Alice" was adapted into a film featuring Julianne Moore, who won an Oscar for her role. Other adaptations of Lisa's novels are in development. She has been recognised for her contributions to aging and neuroscience and has appeared on various media platforms, including "Live with Kelly & Ryan," "TODAY," and TED talks that have attracted millions of views.
Lisa has received numerous awards for her storytelling and advocacy work. She serves on the Advisory Boards of several organisations focused on Alzheimer's and neurodegenerative diseases. Her speeches address memory, forgetting, and the role of storytelling in fostering empathy and understanding.
How can I book Lisa Genova for my next event?
Email lisa.genova@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are speaking agents for Lisa Genova. They are available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Lisa Genova's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events — just email lisa.genova@getapeptalk.com and we'll be happy to help!
For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Lisa directly.
What topics does Lisa Genova specialise in?
Lisa Genova specialises in discussing neuroscience, storytelling, advocacy and more.
What is Lisa Genova's speaking style like?
Lisa Genova delivers insightful talks that blend neuroscience with storytelling, engaging audiences with her expertise and passion. Her presentations inspire empathy and understanding around memory and neurodegenerative diseases.
Does Lisa Genova offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Lisa Genova offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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