Wharton Neuroscience Summit 2026

The Human Advantage: The Neuroscience of Leadership in the Age of AI examines how brain health and cognitive skills influence leadership, judgment, performance and resilience. With routine cognitive tasks increasingly automated, the summit considers the neural and behavioral foundations of attention, trust, adaptability, creativity, empathy and moral agency. Keynotes and interdisciplinary panels connect neuroscience research with its practical implications for individuals and organizations. Named participants include Kalina Christoff Hadjiilieva, Oriel FeldmanHall and Earl K. Miller.

The summit takes place on 6 November 2026 at Jon M. Huntsman Hall, 8th floor, 3730 Walnut Street, Philadelphia. Times are Eastern Standard Time (America/New_York, UTC−5). The agenda begins with registration and breakfast at 08:30, opening remarks at 09:00, and keynote and panel sessions from 09:10. Closing remarks are at 16:05, followed by a reception at 16:15. The registration system lists an overall event window of 08:00–18:00; the agenda may change.

Attendance is free and open to all, including students, researchers, educators, healthcare practitioners and business professionals. Capacity is limited and advance registration is required through the event-specific Wharton form.