Dr Sabina Brennan

Dr Sabina Brennan is a chartered psychologist, neuroscientist, and award-winning science communicator. She is the author of two international best-sellers: *Beating Brain Fog* and *100 Days to a Younger Brain*. Her keynotes explore the neuroscience behind many aspects of being human, focusing on brain health, sleep, stress management, work wellness, change management, goal achievement, flow, self-compassion, clarity, and the power of a Super Brain.

Her latest book, "The Neuroscience of Manifesting – the magical science of getting the life you want", was published by Orion Spring in June 2024. Her upcoming book, "Still Me – A guide for those who care", will be published by Bloomsbury in March 2025.

Sabina’s talks are engaging and leave audiences feeling uplifted and motivated. She is passionate about helping people understand how their brains work, so they can better understand themselves and reach their true potential. Her talks are practical and align with themes of employee empowerment, workplace wellness, mental health, change management, and goal attainment.

At seventeen, Sabina joined a major life assurance company. However, her passion for acting, sparked at the age of eight, led her to earn a teacher's diploma in drama from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. After 15 years in life assurance, she pursued acting, becoming well-known for her role as Tess Halpin in Ireland’s long-running soap "Fair City". Following her character’s dramatic exit, Sabina took a break from acting to study psychology. She was awarded a government scholarship to complete a PhD in neuroscience at Trinity College Dublin, which she finished in three years.

Dr Sabina Brennan then directed a dementia research programme at Trinity College for seven years. She also led Brain Fit, a major study on brain health, lifestyle, genomics, and dementia risk. Sabina is a dedicated advocate for brain health and supports individuals with neurological conditions. She represents Ireland on the Scientific and Medical Advisory Panel for Alzheimer’s Disease International and advises the Irish Government and the All Party Parliamentary Group on Longevity in the UK.

Her "Super Brain" podcast has been featured as an Apple ‘New and Noteworthy’ podcast and frequently ranks in top ten podcast lists in Ireland and beyond. Sabina provides neuroscientific and psychological insights on radio, TV, as a podcast guest, and in the press globally. She has delivered hundreds of talks to corporate clients, government bodies, and NGOs.

Sabina’s mission to promote brain health has earned her numerous awards, including Science Foundation Ireland’s inaugural award for Outstanding Contribution to Science Communication and the Provost’s Award from TCD for Innovation for Societal Impact. She was a finalist in the US-Ireland Research Innovation Awards (2017) and listed as one of Image magazine’s Women of the Year (2018).

With a unique blend of business experience, acting, and neuroscience expertise, Sabina delivers entertaining and motivational talks that offer a neuroscience perspective on various topics. Her practical approach is ideal for themes of employee empowerment, workplace wellness, mental health, and diversity and inclusion.