Lawrence Krauss

Lawrence Maxwell Krauss is a Canadian-American theoretical physicist and cosmologist known for research and public communication in physics.

Lawrence Maxwell Krauss is a Canadian-American theoretical physicist and cosmologist known for research and public communication in physics. He taught at Arizona State University and previously held faculty positions at Yale University and Case Western Reserve University. He is also the author of popular science books and founded Arizona State University’s Origins Project.

Early life and education

Krauss was born in New York City in 1954 and later became identified as a Canadian-American scientist. Publicly available biographical sources describe him as having trained in physics and mathematics before pursuing a career in theoretical physics and cosmology.

Academic career

Krauss held faculty appointments at Arizona State University, Yale University, and Case Western Reserve University. At Arizona State University, he served as Foundation Professor in the School of Earth and Space Exploration and Physics Department.

Origins Project and public outreach

In 2008, Krauss founded ASU’s Origins Project, which focused on fundamental questions about the universe and related topics. He has also been widely active in science communication through lectures, media appearances, and writing.

Writing and publications

Krauss has authored multiple popular science books and more than 300 scientific publications according to Britannica. His books include The Physics of Star Trek and A Universe from Nothing.

Public profile

Krauss has been a prominent public advocate for science education and scientific skepticism. Sources also describe him as an anti-theist and a critic of religious dogma in public life.