Philip Zimbardo, Influential Psychologist Behind Stanford Prison Experiment, Dies at 91

Zimbardo's groundbreaking study on the power of social situations reshaped psychological research and ethics.

Philip Zimbardo, known for the controversial Stanford Prison Experiment, passed away on October 14, 2024, at his home in San Francisco.
The 1971 experiment, which had to be halted after six days due to psychological abuses, revealed how social roles and environments can drastically influence behavior.
Zimbardo's work extended beyond the experiment, exploring topics like shyness, the bystander effect, and the dynamics of cults and mind control.
His research highlighted the importance of understanding situational power and its impact on human behavior, influencing both academic and public discourse.
Zimbardo was a decorated academic, receiving numerous awards and serving as president of the American Psychological Association in 2002.