Robert M. Sapolsky

Born in 1957
Science
  • Robert Morris Sapolsky is a renowned American neuroendocrinology researcher and author.

  • He currently holds professorships in biology, neurology, and neurological sciences at Stanford University, with a courtesy appointment in neurosurgery.

  • Sapolsky is also a research associate at the National Museums of Kenya.

  • Known for his work on stress and neuronal degeneration, he has conducted extensive research on baboons in Kenya.

  • Sapolsky's expertise spans multiple disciplines, including neuroscience, primatology, and endocrinology.

  • His ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a general audience has made him a popular science writer and lecturer.

Books by Robert M. Sapolsky