About Laird Scranton

Laird Scranton is an independent software designer who became interested in Dogon mythology and symbolism in the early 1990s. He has studied ancient myth, language, and cosmology through the work of cultural anthropologist Marcel Griaule, and has been a student of Buddhist and Vedic traditions.

Research Focus

His research focuses on the connections between ancient cosmological traditions and modern scientific understanding, particularly in the areas of:

  • Dogon cosmology and its parallels with modern physics
  • Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and their scientific meaning
  • Symbolic systems in ancient cultures
  • Connections between different ancient civilizations

Publications

Laird is the author of several books exploring these connections:

  • The Science of the Dogon: Decoding the African Mystery Tradition
  • Sacred Symbols of the Dogon: The Key to Advanced Science in the Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs
  • The Cosmological Origins of Myth and Symbol: From the Dogon and Ancient Egypt to India, Tibet, and China

Speaking Engagements

Laird regularly gives lectures and presentations on his research at universities, conferences, and other venues. His work has been featured in various media outlets and academic publications.