David Sloan Wilson on Compassion & Evolution at Stanford
Evolutionary biologist David Sloan Wilson presents 'Compassion and Altruism in Evolutionary Perspective' at Stanford's CCARE lecture series on Dec. 8.
David Sloan Wilson to Present Evolutionary Perspective on Compassion
Renowned Evolutionary Biologist Speaks at Stanford CCARE Lecture Series
SUNY Distinguished Professor David Sloan Wilson will deliver a thought-provoking lecture titled "Compassion and Altruism in an Integrated Evolutionary Perspective" on December 8 at Stanford University. This event is part of the prestigious Meng Wu Lecture Series hosted by the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE).
About the Speaker: David Sloan Wilson
- Evolutionary biologist and anthropologist at Binghamton University
- Studies human behavior through evolutionary theory frameworks
- Leads initiatives applying evolutionary science to:
- Higher education reform
- Public policy development
- Community-based research
- Interfaith dialogue
Read David Sloan Wilson's full biography for more details about his groundbreaking work.
Lecture Details: Compassion from an Evolutionary Viewpoint
Date: December 8
Location: Stanford University
Host: CCARE (Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education)
This lecture will explore:
- The biological roots of compassionate behavior
- How altruism functions in evolutionary frameworks
- Practical applications for building more compassionate societies
Get more information about this compassion research lecture
About the Meng Wu Lecture Series
This distinguished lecture series honors:
- Tan Chade-Meng: Google's "Jolly Good Fellow" and mindfulness pioneer
- Wayne Wu: Philanthropist and Project Compassion co-founder
The series brings leading thinkers to discuss cutting-edge compassion research and its real-world applications.