Robin Dunbar

Robin Dunbar is a British anthropologist and psychologist known for his research on social groups and human relationships. He proposed the concept of "Dunbar's Number," suggesting that humans can comfortably maintain meaningful social connections with about 150 people. This idea is based on the relationship between brain size, particularly the neocortex, and the size of social groups in primates. Dunbar's work helps explain the size of ancient and modern communities, and how social complexity influences our brain and behavior. His research highlights the natural limits of social relationships and the importance of close bonds in human societies.