Vikram Chib, associate professor of biomedical engineering, was recently featured in two major media outlets to explain the science of what happens to our brains when the stakes are high:
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NPR’s Short Wave: In the segment “The neuroscience of cracking under pressure,” Chib discussed why elite athletes sometimes falter when the stakes are highest and what science reveals about training for peak performance.
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National Geographic: Chib’s research was featured in a deep dive into how the nervous system regulates composure, explaining how the brain processes rewards and incentives during competition.
His work extends far beyond the Olympic stage by helping to explain how our minds handle—and can better navigate—the pressure of big exams, public speaking, and stressful moments at work.
Listen to the NPR Short Wave segment here.
Read the National Geographic article here.