Joe Cain

Professor Joe Cain is UCL Professor of History and Philosophy of Biology in UCL Department of Science and Technology Studies (STS).

Professor Joe Cain is an expert in the history of evolutionary biology, especially Darwin, Darwinism, and the professional evolutionary studies in the twentieth century. Joe’s research interests include the history of evolutionary studies, Darwin and Darwinism, history of science in London, history of eugenics, heritage studies, and history of natural history. Recent projects include: use of jokes in science to measure tribal affiliations, romantic collaborations in modern science, and the famous dinosaur statues in London’s Crystal Palace. Joe is director of the Legacies of Eugenics project. Joe hosts the podcast WeAreSTS.

Online at profjoecain.net