Richard Potts

Richard Potts is a prominent American anthropologist known for his work in human evolution, particularly regarding the development of early hominins. He has contributed to our understanding of how climate change influenced human evolution and the adaptive strategies of early humans. Potts is associated with the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of Natural History, where he leads research on ancient human behavior and their environments. His studies emphasize how adaptability and variability in behavior were crucial for survival, helping us understand the evolutionary forces that shaped modern humans.