Dr. Robert Sapolsky

Dr. Robert Sapolsky

Professor of Biology, Neurology & Neurosurgery at Stanford University, author of numerous popular science books on stress, behavior, and neurobiology, recognized for pioneering research on the effects of stress on the brain and behavior, particularly in primates.

About

Dr. Robert Sapolsky is a distinguished professor at Stanford University, specializing in biology, neurology, and neurosurgery.
He has gained international acclaim for his research on stress physiology and primate behavior, combining field studies with neuroscience.
Sapolsky is a prolific author, writing extensively to bridge complex scientific concepts and public understanding.
His multidisciplinary approach encompasses behavioral biology, neuroendocrinology, and psychology, making significant contributions to how we understand stress and social hierarchies.

Areas of Expertise

biologist neuroscientist

Recent Podcasts

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Science of Stress, Testosterone & Free Will | Dr. Robert Sapolsky

Topic: Neuroscience, stress, hormones (testosterone, estrogen), free will, human behavior, biology, psychology.

01:29:501,662,27146,0934 years ago
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