Philip Johns

Philip Johns

Evolutionary biologist

Why you should listen

Philip Johns is an evolutionary biologist and an entomologist by training. He studies animal behavior, focusing on species like spiders, mantises, stalk-eyed flies, scorpions and otters. He’s explored how genetics and genomics influence traits and social behaviors in these animals. After moving to Singapore to help launch Yale-NUS College, he became captivated by local wildlife and worked with students and nature enthusiasts on research. He envisions a future where cities are rich with wildlife and people work together to study and appreciate animals.

Philip Johns’ TED Talk