David R. Hawkins, M.D., Ph.D., was Director of the Institute for Spiritual Research, Inc. He is a widely known authority within the field of consciousness research. He wrote and taught from the unique perspective of an experienced clinician, scientist, and teacher. He was honored worldwide with many titles. His background is detailed in Who's Who in the World. Dr. Hawkins lectured widely at universities (Harvard, Oxford, et al.) and also to spiritual groups from Westminster Abbey and Notre Dame to Catholic, Protestant, and Buddhist monasteries. His life was devoted to the upliftment of mankind.