Francis McGlone
Neuroscientist and world-leading researcher in the science of human touch. Known for work on C-tactile afferents and the biological role of affectionate touch in development, emotion, and social bonding.
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Jan 16, 2019 • 1h 15min
Touch – The Forgotten Sense with Professor Francis McGlone #45
Professor Francis McGlone, a neuroscientist and leading touch researcher, explores why touch is a biological necessity. He unpacks the two touch systems, why modern life is starving us of contact, and how affectionate touch shapes brain development, stress resilience, trust, and belonging. The conversation also looks at preterm babies, social fear around contact, and whether touch can be relearned later.
