Paul Ekman

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Science
  • Paul Ekman is a renowned American psychologist who revolutionized the study of emotions and their relationship to facial expressions.

  • His groundbreaking research demonstrated the universality of certain facial expressions across cultures, challenging prevailing beliefs about emotional expression.

  • Ekman's work includes extensive field studies, including his famous research in Papua New Guinea.

  • He developed the Facial Action Coding System (FACS) for analyzing facial movements and introduced the concept of micro-expressions.

  • Ekman's expertise has been applied in various fields, including law enforcement, psychology, and even entertainment.

  • His contributions have significantly influenced our understanding of human emotions and nonverbal communication, making him a prominent figure in psychology and related disciplines.

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