Anthony Brandt is a composer and professor at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music, where he specializes in music composition and creativity. His work spans both the academic and artistic realms, with compositions that have been performed by major orchestras and ensembles around the world. Brandt’s interest in the cognitive processes underlying creativity led him to collaborate with neuroscientist David Eagleman on The Runaway Species, where they explore the neural mechanisms of innovation and the role of creativity in shaping human progress.

Brandt’s work emphasizes the importance of experimentation and risk-taking in the creative process. He believes that creativity is not only an artistic endeavor but a fundamental part of what makes us human, and his research aims to inspire both individuals and organizations to embrace creative thinking.