Mark Pagel

Mark Pagel

Keynote Speaker: Professor and Head of the Evolutionary Biology Group at the University of Reading

Mark Pagel Biography

Mark Pagel builds statistical models to examine the evolutionary processes imprinted in human behavior, from genomics to the emergence of complex systems -- to culture. His latest work examines the parallels between linguistic and biological evolution by applying methods of phylogenetics, or the study of evolutionary relatedness among groups, essentially viewing language as a culturally transmitted replicator with many of the same properties we find in genes. He’s looking for patterns in the rates of evolution of language elements, and hoping to find the social factors that influence trends of language evolution.

 

At the University of Reading, Pagel heads the Evolution Laboratory in the biology department, where he explores such questions as, "Why would humans evolve a system of communication that prevents them with communicating with other members of the same species?" He has used statistical methods to reconstruct features of dinosaur genomes, and to infer ancestral features of genes and proteins.

He says: "Just as we have highly conserved genes, we have highly conserved words. Language shows a truly remarkable fidelity."

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Mark Pagel Videos

Mark Pagel: How language transformed humanity
The Rise of the Speaking Machine - Human Language Evolution
Mark Pagel: How language transformed humanity - YouTube

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Mark Pagel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Technology, Author and Engineering. The estimated speaking fee range to book Mark Pagel for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Mark Pagel generally travels from UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Bunker Roy, Josette Sheeran and Rebecca MacKinnon. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mark Pagel for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

Mark Pagel Videos

Mark Pagel: How language transformed humanity
The Rise of the Speaking Machine - Human Language Evolution
Mark Pagel: How language transformed humanity - YouTube
Provost Lecture: Mark Pagel - The Evolution of Human Languages ...
Wired for Culture: The natural history of human cooperation
  • How do I book Mark Pagel to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Mark Pagel for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Mark Pagel, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Mark Pagel or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Mark Pagel for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Mark Pagel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mark Pagel, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Mark Pagel speak about?

    Mark Pagel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Author, Engineering, Environment, Neuroscience, Space, Robotics, Genetics, Actor, Music, TED, Government, Law, World Affairs, Culture, Biology and Economy.
  • Where does Mark Pagel travel from?

    Mark Pagel generally travels from UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Mark Pagel?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mark Pagel for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Mark Pagel for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Mark Pagel or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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