Sapolsky

About the Author

Robert Sapolsky is a renowned neuroendocrinologist, primatologist, and professor at Stanford University, whose groundbreaking research on the biological underpinnings of human behavior has captivated audiences worldwide. Drawing from decades of fieldwork in East Africa studying baboons and laboratory explorations into stress and neural pathways, Sapolsky bridges the gap between science and society in his accessible yet profoundly insightful writings. His book 'Comporte-se - A biologia humana em nosso melhor e pior (Em Português do Brasil)' masterfully unpacks the evolutionary, hormonal, and neurological forces shaping our actions, from altruism to aggression, offering readers a compelling lens on why we behave as we do. A MacArthur Fellow and Pulitzer Prize finalist, Sapolsky's work continues to illuminate the intricate dance of biology and free will.