Do you need to be a genius to be good at chess – or is dedicated practice enough? What does it really take to become a Grandmaster? Can computers now display intuition?

Fernand Gobet will answer these questions through insights from psychology, cognitive science and artificial intelligence.

Along the way, Fernand will challenge some popular beliefs about talent and expertise, including why the famous “10,000-hour rule” does not fully explain success at the highest levels of play.

The talk will also tackle topics which push the boundaries of our understanding of psychology, such as why chess has long been associated not only with exceptional intelligence, but also with obsession, intense focus, and even madness.

By the end, you will see how this ancient board game offers surprising lessons about learning, creativity, and the limits of human intelligence.

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• This offer is for Free Tickets with £5 Donation + TFG booking fees - the full £5 donation goes straight to the Royal Institution to continue their excellent scientific education work

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• This event is suitable for ages 13+

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