Dr. Charan Ranganath is a Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of California, Davis, where he directs the Dynamic Memory Lab. With over 25 years of experience studying the brain mechanisms behind memory, Dr. Ranganath is a pioneer in using brain imaging techniques to understand how we remember past events. He has received numerous accolades, including a Guggenheim Fellowship and a Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellowship. Dr. Ranganath's groundbreaking research explores how memory affects various aspects of our lives, from daily tasks to healing trauma and shaping our future. In his New York Times bestselling book "Why We Remember," he combines accessible language with cutting-edge science to reveal the transformative power of memory. Beyond his scientific pursuits, Dr. Ranganath is also a songwriter and guitarist with recording credits, including a song on a feature film soundtrack. He lives in Davis, California, where he continues to unravel the mysteries of the human mind.