About Kayt

Kayt Sukel is a talented science writer and journalist known for tackling a wide range of interesting—and sometimes unusual—topics with clarity and wit. She makes complex subjects easy to understand, exploring where neuroscience (the study of the brain) intersects with everyday life, relationships, and even politics. Kayt’s articles have appeared in many respected publications, including The Atlantic Monthly, New Scientist, USA Today, and National Geographic Traveler. She has also been a longtime contributor to the Dana Foundation, which focuses on brain science education, and is a partner at the award-winning family travel site, Travel Savvy Mom. Kayt has authored two popular books. Her first book, Dirty Minds, which was later re-released as This Is Your Brain On Sex: The Science Behind the Search for Love, uses humor and science to explore the biological processes that drive love and sexual attraction. Her second book, The Art of Risk: The New Science of Courage, Caution, and Chance, investigates the science behind why we take risks. With an educational background in cognitive and engineering psychology, Kayt is a popular public speaker who inspires audiences to understand and apply scientific concepts to their own lives. She is dedicated to making science accessible and entertaining.