Atypical: Neurodiversity in Academia

with Vicent Botella-Soler

Being away from the norm can fuel a constant feeling of difference and inadequacy. If we don't even know what makes us different, we might feel confused, worried, or sad, because we can't explain our daily experiences.

Neurodivergence is a term that encompasses various neurological differences, such as ADHD, auKsm, or giftedness. Neurodivergent individuals find or develop coping mechanisms to deal with the daily challenges they face, often masking their true thoughts and feelings. However, stressful situaKons can push our coping mechanisms to the limit. In this webinar we discuss neurodivergence, the challenges of neurodiversity and the importance of self-knowledge and acceptance for well-being.

About the trainer

Vicent Bottela-Soler has been a PhD student (physics), a Postdoc (neuroscience), a machine learning consultant for startups, a R&D manager for a tech company. With extensive international experience in both academia and industry, he now works as a freelance consultant and author, helping academics and industry professionals snap out of cognitive traps and long-held beliefs hindering their development. He specializes in critical thinking and decision-making for individuals and teams.

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This workshop is part of the Diversity in Leadership Program and open to 2026 Diversity in Leadership participants only.