Writing, Media Publications & Book Launches
Discover Dr. Landowski’s books that dive into the intricacies of the brain and behavior, highlighting her contributions to advancing neuroscience.

As seen published in…
New Scientist – Vogue – Harpers Bazaar – Women’s Health Magazine – Herald Sun – The Courier Mail – Daily Telegraph – ABC News – Body + Soul Magazine – ARNnet – Reseller News – News.com – The Advertiser – Stuff – COSMOS – Technology Networks – The Conversation – Mamamia
Books
Dr Landowski writes evidence-based neuroscience for everyday life, bridging research and practical tools for attention, learning, stress, decision-making, and brain health. Explore the forefront of neuroscience with Dr. Lila Landowski through her books:
- Focus For Dummies (Wiley)
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Substack
Read Lila’s musings on her page, “Hot off the Synapse,” on substack, and subscribe to her newsletter
Print Media
Dr Landowski also writes evidence-based neuroscience for everyday life, bridging research and practical tools for attention, learning, stress, decision-making, and brain health.
She’s been featured online unpacking everything from focus, stress and burnout to fatigue, stroke and concussion, plus the neuroscience of relationships, habits, and why humans do the weird things we do.
Select recent print media:
https://www.womenshealthmag.com/health/a69714031/how-to-practice-boredom/
Boredom Has Become The Enemy, But Psychologists Say We Actually Need To Be Bored. Here’s Why.
Dec 2025
Aussies buckle under festive stress as Tourism Fiji urges a “holiday reset”
Dec 2025

Hobart neuroscientist Lila Landowski explains why Australia’s social media ban for under-16s will be good for kids’ brains
Dec 2025
Getting a facial or a fresh haircut is an instant mood booster – here’s why
Nov 2025

Neuroscientist Lila Landowski explains how exam anxiety affects our brains – and why some stress can actually help
Oct 2025
‘Inspiring’: PM praises 12-year-old social media ban advocate Flossie and shows off new friendship bracelet
Nov 2025

How to beat brain fog, according to a neuroscientist
Aug 2025

Why this neuroscientist says lauding unsung Aussie achievers is a no-brainer
July 2025

Neurohacks to outsmart stress and make better cybersecurity decisions
May 2025

7 easy ways to hack your morning routine
Mar 2025
Understanding stress and burnout as a leader
Mar 2025

Mind Over Matter
May 2024

How to actually be happy, according to a neuroscientist
Mar 2025
Live: Ask a neuroscientist about how to be happy
Mar 2025
Australia’s leading experts answered your questions on sleep
Sep 2024
