Rane Willerslev | |
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| Director of the National Museum of Denmark | |
| Assumed office 1 July 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Per Kristian Madsen |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 5 June 1971 Gentofte, Denmark |
| Relatives | Eske Willerslev (brother) |
| Known for | Professor of Anthropology |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Anthropology |
| Institutions | University of Manchester, Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo |
Rane Willerslev is a Danish anthropologist. In his academic career, he has travelled extensively and has a particular interest in primitive tribal cultures, both present and prehistoric. On 1 July 2017, he was appointed director of the National Museum of Denmark by Culture Minister Mette Bock.
In Denmark, Willerslev is a popular media personality, engaging in TV and radio shows, public panel debates, and interviews relating to his academic interests and his opinions on society and education at large. He has written and co-authored several books, including academic, fictional and biographic works.