Short biography
Psychologist Professor Richard Wiseman started his working life as a professional magician and currently holds Britain’s only Professorship in the Public Understanding of Psychology at the University of Hertfordshire. He frequently appears on the media, and has written over 60 academic articles and several books, including The Luck Factor.
Longer biography
Professor Richard Wiseman started his working life as an award-winning magician and was one of the country’s youngest members of The Magic Circle. He then completed a degree in psychology from London University, a doctorate from Edinburgh University and now holds a professorship at the University of Hertfordshire. Professor Wiseman has carried out research into a range of unusual psychological topics. He has written over 60 academic articles and several books, including the best selling Luck Factor. He is in constant demand as a business speaker, and has given several high-profile public talks at The Royal Institution, The Royal Society, and The Royal Television Society. Professor Wiseman regularly appears on the media, including appearances on BBC2’s ‘Horizon’, BBC1’s ‘The Human Mind’, Radio 4’s ‘Start the Week’, ‘Midweek’ and ‘The Today Programme’.