Dr. Caroline Winterer

Biography

Caroline Winterer is the William Robertson Coe Professor of History and American Studies at Stanford University, specializing in American history since 1900, particularly the history of ideas and the history of science. She is the author of five books, including 'The New World Became Old: Deep Time Revolution America,' which examines how the concept of deep time changed Americans' perceptions of their environment and history. Her other prominent works include 'Time Maps: The Age of Discovery in the Digital Era,' and 'American Enlightenments: Pursuing Happiness in the Age of Reason,' both exploring the intersections of history, culture, and science. Winterer has received the American Ingenuity Award from the Smithsonian Institution for her innovative approaches to mapping the social network of Benjamin Franklin. She is currently editing a book with her Stanford colleague, Jessica Riskin, which explores the human-ape boundary in light of Darwinian thought. Winterer is also actively involved in mentoring graduate students in the History Department, guiding them in their academic pursuits and research.

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