Welcome!
I am a biological anthropologist and comparative psychologist who explores how humans and other great apes
have evolved to
form, maintain, and deepen our
social relationships.
I am currently a UC President’s Postdoctoral Fellow in
the Department of Psychology at the
University of California, Berkeley
I will be starting as an Assistant Professor of Psychology and Anthropology at the University of California, Santa Barbara in July 2025
Research
As humans, we have extraordinary social abilities that are at the core of our evolutionary success. How have we become so adept at navigating such complex social environments? And have our great ape cousins evolved to navigate their social worlds in similar ways?
These questions are at the heart of my research program. I use non-invasive eye tracking technology and behavioral methods with humans, chimpanzees, and bonobos living around the world to explore the developmental and evolutionary pathways that have shaped our
deeply social worlds.
Get in touch
I'm always excited to hear about new projects and opportunities, so don't hesitate to reach out!
Laura Lewis
UC President’s Postdoctoral Fellow
2121 Berkeley Way
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
94704