Jared Diamond

Jared Mason Diamond is an American scientist, historian, and author known for his popular science and history books.

Trained in biochemistry and physiology, Diamond is considered a polymath due to his expertise in various fields, including anthropology, ecology, geography, and evolutionary biology.

He currently serves as a professor of geography at UCLA. Diamond's interdisciplinary approach to understanding human history and development has earned him recognition as one of the world's top public intellectuals.

His work often explores the intersections of biology, geography, and cultural evolution to explain patterns in human societies and their development over time.