David Kaiser

David Kaiser is an associate professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, teaching in the Program in Science, Technology, and Society and the Department of Physics.

He is known for his work in the history of science, particularly focusing on the intersection of physics and culture.

Kaiser's research explores how scientific ideas develop and spread, often in unexpected ways.

His book "How the Hippies Saved Physics" examines the influence of counterculture on quantum physics in the 1970s.

Kaiser's approach combines rigorous historical analysis with engaging storytelling, making complex scientific concepts accessible to a broader audience.

He resides in Natick, Massachusetts with his family.