Dario Maestripieri

About the Author

Dario Maestripieri is a distinguished primatologist and author whose work bridges the fascinating worlds of animal behavior and human psychology. With a PhD in psychobiology and extensive fieldwork among rhesus macaques in Italy and the United States, Maestripieri has dedicated his career to unraveling the complexities of primate social dynamics, aggression, and maternal care. As a professor at the University of Chicago, he combines rigorous scientific inquiry with accessible storytelling to illuminate how our evolutionary cousins mirror human emotions and societies. His insights challenge conventional views on intelligence and social bonds, making evolutionary biology relatable to everyday readers. Through his writings, Maestripieri invites us to see ourselves in the wild, fostering a deeper appreciation for the shared threads of primate heritage.