How the Brain Controls Appetite — For Better or For Worse
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🍽️ The neuroscience of appetite - beyond willpower.
Join us at York Street Collective for a talk with Lucas Encarnacion-Rivera, a neuroscience PhD candidate at Stanford, who explores the hidden circuits in our brains that control appetite.
From the pangs of a late lunch to the surprising differences in why some people eat more or less - Lucas will take us inside the neural pathways that decide when we pick up the fork… and when we put it down.
This lecture dives into the science of hunger, showing how the brain drives our cravings and choices, often beyond conscious control. Prepare to rethink what it really means to “listen to your body.” 🧠🍴
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What should I expect?
7:00-7:40 --> arrival & chats
7:40-8:20 --> lecture
8:20-9:00 --> q&a and more chatting
Who's invited?
Anyone with an interest in learning new things, meeting new people, and doing fun things on weeknights! Lots of people came solo to our last event, so don't be afraid to do the same—you’ll meet some awesome people!
Do I have to be 21+?
No :) This venue is alcohol free!
What about parking?
There's no parking on-site, so we recommend street parking or using public transportation.
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You can refund your ticket up to 24 hours before the event starts. Since this is a limited-space event, we encourage you to update your RSVP if you can’t make it—this helps us keep spots open for others.
What about accessibility?
We want our lectures to be as accessible as possible. Depending on the venue, some audience members may need to stand, and our rule of thumb is that around 5% of attendees may not have seats. If you need specific seating accommodations, we recommend arriving early to secure a seat, or emailing us at [email protected] so we can make arrangements for you.
Accessibility can vary depending on the space, so please research our specific venue to learn more about things like wheelchair access and service animal policies. If you have any accessibility needs not covered here, feel free to reach out and we’ll do our best to support you.
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