My name is Dr. Segun Adu, founder of Smarter Brains, a cognitive trainer dedicated to exploring the intersection of human intelligence and technological disruption. I speak about a timely and thought-provoking topic:

“The Comfort Epidemic: Disruption of Human Intelligence by AI – Are We Offloading Too Much?”

As artificial intelligence continues to revolutionize industries and daily life, an often-overlooked consequence is emerging—the diminishing use of our own cognitive faculties - which may lead to brain atrophy. With AI now performing tasks that once required deep thinking, problem-solving and memory recall, are we at risk of weakening the very abilities that define human intelligence?

Key Focus Areas of My Talk:

The Cognitive Shift – How AI is altering human thinking, learning and decision-making. The Risks of Over-Reliance – The mental atrophy that occurs when we delegate too much to machines. The Future of Human Intelligence – How we can retain and enhance cognitive agility in an AI-driven world.

With a strong background in cognitive science, memory training and behavioural psychology, I have recently delivered keynotes and masterclasses on this topic at prestigious events and institutions, including:

Speaking to chief executives at a CIO event on the cognitive impact of AI; London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Delivering masterclasses for the Project Management Institute (PMI) to professionals and students at:

• Henley Business School, University of Reading
• University College London (UCL)
• An Upcoming engagement at the University of Westminster on February 19th to further discuss AI’s role in shaping human intelligence - details: https://pmi.org.uk/event-listing/pmi-uk-london-branch-event-the-comfort-epidemic-a-hidden-disruption-of-human-intelligence-by-artificial-intelligence-19th-february-2025/

Additionally, I am the inventor of the MEJJI Puzzle, a cognitive tool designed to engage both hemispheres of the brain, reinforcing the importance of maintaining mental sharpness in an era of increasing automation (Available on Amazon:https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3ADr%2BSegun%2BO.%2BAdu ).

I believe this very current topic will resonate deeply with participants, providing critical insights into how we can coexist with AI without compromising our cognitive abilities. In fact, I have often said, we are headed towards a global epidemic until we begin to address the negative impact to our brains. I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to this important conversation at your events. I believe the topic sits well under several areas, including: Health and wellbeing as well as Technology,

Please let me know a convenient time to discuss further by phone or zoom. I look forward to the possibility of collaborating and making this session a valuable experience for attendees.

Best regards, Dr. Segun Adu Cognitive Scientist www.smarter-brains.com