Lucy Cooke Keynote Speaker

Lucy Cooke is an acclaimed zoologist, New York Times bestselling author, National Geographic explorer, and award-winning broadcaster who has built an extraordinary career exploring the natural world and challenging conventional thinking about biology and gender.

She holds a Masters in Zoology from New College at Oxford, where she studied evolution under Richard Dawkins.

Her first book, The Unexpected Truth About Animals was shortlisted for the prestigious Royal Society Prize and has been translated into 19 languages. Her recent book, Bitch: On the Female of the Species published in 2022, received widespread critical acclaim, earning spots on “Best Books of the Year” lists by The Telegraph and The Guardian. The book, which investigates cultural biases in biological sciences has been adapted into the Radio 4 series: Political Animals and is being developed for television and theatre. It has also become a staple on university syllabi worldwide, leading Lucy to lecture at prestigious institutions including Harvard, Columbia, Princeton, and Oxford.

Cooke’s documentaries, produced and presented for leading broadcasters such as the BBC, National Geographic, and Animal Planet have captivated global audiences, highlighting her ability to blend rigorous science with accessible storytelling.

Lucy is a columnist for BBC Wildlife Magazine and a contributor to major publications like The New York Times, The Guardian, and Scientific American. Her groundbreaking research and engaging communication style have earned her a fellowship at Durham University, where she continues to explore the interplay between culture and biology.