Paul Bloom

Paul Bloom is the Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Science at Yale University. He has published over a hundred scientific articles in prestigious journals such as Science and Nature, and his popular writings have appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Atlantic Monthly. Bloom is known for his research in moral psychology, exploring how children and adults understand concepts of morality, pleasure, religion, fiction, and art.He is the author of several influential books, including Descartes’ Baby and How Pleasure Works, and has received numerous awards for his contributions to research and teaching. His course offerings at Yale include "Introduction to Psychology" and "Moralities of Everyday Life," which aim to engage students in understanding the psychological underpinnings of human behavior. Bloom's work has garnered international recognition, making him a prominent figure in the field of psychology