Dacher Keltner

Professor of Psychology at UC Berkeley | Director of the Greater Good Science Center

Dr. Keltner is one of the world’s foremost emotion scientists. He has over 200 scientific publications and six books, including Born to Be Good, The Compassionate Instinct, and The Power Paradox. He has written for many popular outlets, from The New York Times to Slate. 

Dr. Keltner was the scientific advisor behind Pixar’s Inside Out and is involved with the education of health care providers and judges. He has consulted extensively for Google, Apple, and Pinterest on issues related to emotion and well-being. His research interests include emotion, social interaction, conflict and negotiation, and culture. He is the host of two podcasts: The Science of Happiness and Happiness Break.