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David Geary is a Professor of Psychological Sciences at the University of Missouri, holding additional titles as Adjunct Professor and Curator’s Professor. He is affiliated with the Department of Psychological Sciences within the College of Arts and Science. His research focuses on cognitive development, evolutionary psychology, and mathematics education, with an emphasis on sex differences in cognition and academic achievement.
Geary’s work spans theoretical and applied domains, including the evolution of human cognitive abilities, the impact of environmental factors on learning, and the intersection of neuroscience with educational outcomes. He has contributed to understanding how biological and cultural factors shape academic performance and gender disparities in STEM fields.
His research interests also include mitochondrial functions and their links to intelligence, as well as the role of social and evolutionary pressures in cognitive development. Geary has published extensively on topics such as academic anxiety, spatial abilities, and the design of effective educational interventions.
Notable achievements include the Curator’s Professor title, an honor reflecting his scholarly contributions. His work has addressed controversial topics like the gender-equality paradox in academic strengths and the evolutionary basis of sex differences in brain and behavior.
Geary collaborates with students and colleagues on projects that bridge psychology, education, and biology, fostering interdisciplinary innovation. His lab, focusing on Evolution and Cognitive Development, explores how evolutionary principles inform modern educational practices and cognitive theories.
