Susan Michie, a leading Professor of Health Psychology at UCL, shares her experiences growing up in a scientifically-driven family. She discusses her journey of challenging outdated norms and merging academic research with practical health applications. Michie highlights the importance of diversity in solving health problems and the innovative behavior change techniques developed at UCL. Her insights on navigating early career challenges emphasize the need for collaboration, networking, and practical application of behavioral science in public health.

Susan Michie, a clinical and health psychologist specializing in behavior related to health, discusses the importance of behavior change in various aspects of life. She emphasizes the need for context-specific research and understanding local conditions when implementing interventions. The podcast also explores the role of algorithms and machine learning in studying behavioral change and highlights advancements in solving big problems like obesity through multi-level interventions and technology.