Seeing Sounds and Hearing Colors: The Vibrant World of Synesthesia
RSA Conference 2024 · West Stage Keynote
Kaitlyn Hova, a distinguished software executive at JP Morgan with a unique background spanning music and neuroscience, delivered a captivating talk at RSAC 2024 that ventured beyond traditional cybersecurity discourse. Titled "Seeing Sounds and Hearing Colors: The Vibrant World of Synesthesia," Hova's presentation offered a deeply personal and insightful exploration into the phenomenon of **synesthesia**, a neurological condition where stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to automatic, involuntary experiences in a second sensory or cognitive pathway. While the RSAC conference is renowned for its focus on information security, Hova's talk provided a compelling departure, inviting attendees to consider the profound intricacies of human perception and cognitive diversity.