David Eagleman is an American neuroscientist, author, and science communicator. Born on April 25, 1971, he has made significant contributions to the fields of brain plasticity, time perception, synesthesia, and neurolaw. Eagleman is known for his ability to make complex scientific concepts accessible to a broader audience through his books, talks, and television appearances. He has authored several popular science books, including "Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives," "Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain," and "The Brain: The Story of You." Besides his work in science communication, Eagleman is also a professor at Stanford University and was previously a professor at Baylor College of Medicine. He has published extensively in academic journals and has been involved in neuroscience research, exploring the depths of human perception and the intricacies of the brain's functioning.