David Good is an author, explorer, filmmaker, public speaker, and the founder of the Yanomami Foundation, as well as co-founder of Shabono Media. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph in Ontario, where his research focuses on the gut microbiome of Yanomami communities who sustain their way of life in deep relationship with the forest through hunting, gathering, and gardening.

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David coordinates expeditions to Yanomami territory that support health initiatives, biocultural research, education, and cultural preservation. His unique heritage and scientific training offer a rare perspective by bridging worlds to advance our understanding of Yanomami society while raising global awareness about the need to protect the Amazon and its Indigenous peoples.

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With over a decade of experience delivering powerful presentations, David captivates audiences with his personal journey, groundbreaking research, and deep appreciation for the interconnectedness of culture, science, and the natural world.