Marc Wittmann

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Marc Wittmann is a leading researcher in the psychology of time perception, whose work has fundamentally shaped our understanding of how humans experience the passage of time. His key research areas include the neuroscience of time consciousness, the role of interoception and bodily awareness in temporal processing, and the psychological effects of meditation on time perception. Wittmann is best known for his influential concept of the "self in time," which links the subjective experience of time to emotional states and body awareness. His highly cited studies have demonstrated how anxiety, boredom, and mindfulness practices can distort our sense of time, with his work on the "time gap" in meditation gaining widespread attention. With over 6,000 citations, his research has had a profound impact on fields ranging from cognitive neuroscience to clinical psychology. Notably, his book "Felt Time: The Psychology of How We Perceive Time" has become a seminal text for students and researchers, offering an accessible yet rigorous exploration of why time seems to fly or drag. Wittmann’s contributions continue to inspire new investigations into the embodied nature of temporal experience.