Nina Jablonski
Penn State Professor | Revealing the Science of Skin Color
About
Nina Jablonski is a renowned anthropologist and evolutionary biologist at Penn State University. As the author of the acclaimed book 'Skin: A Natural History', she has dedicated her career to exploring the biological and cultural significance of human skin.
Jablonski's TED Talks on the evolution of skin pigmentation have reached millions, challenging misconceptions about race and celebrating diversity. Her keynotes translate complex scientific concepts into accessible insights, empowering audiences to consider skin in a new light.
Talks1
Skin color is an illusion
Nina Jablonski says that differing skin colors are simply our bodies' adaptation to varied climates and levels of UV exposure. Charles Darwin disagreed with this theory, but she explains, that's because he did not have access to NASA.
At a Glance
Topics
Industries
Is this you?
Claim this profile to edit your bio, add talks, and get verified.
Know a talk we're missing?
Get in Touch
Save for Later
Frequently Appeared With
Speakers who have appeared at the same events
Aaron Horowitz
Co-Founder & CEO, Sproutel | Designing Therapeutic Robots for Children
1 shared event · TED
Aaron Maniam
Government Advisor | Navigating the Future of Work
1 shared event · TED
Aaswath Raman
Renewable Energy Researcher | Pioneering Space-Based Cooling Technologies
1 shared event · TED
Abe Davis
Video Technology Researcher | Revealing Hidden Properties Through Advanced Imaging
1 shared event · TED
Abha Dawesar
Fiction Author | Navigating the Digital Age
1 shared event · TED
Abigail Disney
Workers' Rights Advocate | Champion of Workplace Dignity and Fair Labor Practices
1 shared event · TED
Abigail Marsh
Researcher | Exploring the Psychology Behind Human Altruism
1 shared event · TED
Abigail Washburn
Musician | Bridging Folk and Global Sounds
1 shared event · TED
Similar Speakers
Speakers with related expertise
Ariana Curtis
Anthropologist | Revealing Hidden Histories
Coya Paz Brownrigg
Educator & Playwright | Exploring Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Chika Ezeanya-Esiobu
Educator & Researcher | Empowering African Entrepreneurship
Ziauddin Yousafzai
Educator | Advocate for Girls' Education