Dr Jeremy Narby

Author & Anthropologist

Jeremy Narby is a renowned anthropologist, author, and advocate for indigenous knowledge systems, particularly in the Amazon.

Jeremy's influential book, The Cosmic Serpent: DNA and the Origins of Knowledge (1998), explores the parallels between shamanic visions and molecular biology, proposing a connection between indigenous knowledge and scientific understanding of DNA.

Jeremy has conducted extensive fieldwork with indigenous communities in the Peruvian Amazon, advocating for their rights and the preservation of their traditional knowledge. His involvement with NGOs like Nouvelle Planète supports sustainable development and highlights the importance of indigenous perspectives in addressing global environmental challenges.

Through his writing and lectures, Jeremy continues to bridge the gap between indigenous wisdom and modern science, promoting a holistic understanding of knowledge and the natural world.