David Brin

David Brin (born October 6, 1950) is a physicist and Hugo and Nebula Award-winning science fiction author recognized for his acclaimed "Uplift" series and his influential nonfiction writings on transparency, futurism, and the future of civilization. As a guest on late-night radio, his scientifically grounded imagination, his explorations of extraterrestrial intelligence, and works such as The Postman brought a rare combination of hard science credentials and visionary storytelling to the program.