Dorian Abbot

Dorian Abbot is a professor of geophysical sciences at the University of Chicago. He gained some public attention for his views on academic freedom and diversity initiatives, particularly during discussions surrounding a controversial event in 2021 involving his planned lecture at MIT, which was canceled due to his comments on these topics. Abbot advocates for a more merit-based approach to academic and hiring practices, arguing against certain forms of affirmative action.