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Lewis Thomas Prize

Richard O. Prum, Ph.D.

Honoring the Scientist as Poet

2021 PRIZE RECIPIENT:
Richard O. Prum, Ph.D.
William Robertson Coe Professor of Ornithology, Yale University
Author of The Evolution of Beauty: How Darwin’s Forgotten Theory of Mate Choice Shapes the Animal World–and Us

IN CONVERSATION WITH:
Erich D. Jarvis, Ph.D.

APRIL 20, 2021

An International Award for Writing About Science

Throughout history, scientists and writers have sought to communicate with one another, despite barriers of language and process. The Rockefeller University Lewis Thomas Prize for Writing about Science honors the rare individual who bridges both worlds—whose voice and vision can tell us about science’s aesthetic and philosophical dimensions, providing not merely new information but cause for reflection, even revelation.

The Lewis Thomas Prize was established in 1993 by the trustees of The Rockefeller University and presented to Lewis Thomas, its first recipient, that year.

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    2021 Ceremony

    2021 Lewis Thomas Prize for Writing about Science

    5:30 PM Virtual Prize Presentation and Lecture

    Honoring:
    Richard O. Prum, Ph.D.
    William Robertson Coe Professor of Ornithology, Yale University

    In conversation with:
    Erich D. Jarvis, Ph.D.

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