Dr. Danny Hilman Natawidjaja is an esteemed Indonesian geologist renowned for his extensive research in earthquake geology and his groundbreaking studies of the megalithic site Gunung Padang, proposing it as one of the world's oldest pyramidal structures.
Dr. Natawidjaja earned his Bachelor of Science in Geology from the Bandung Institute of Technology in 1984. He furthered his studies at the University of Auckland, obtaining a Master of Science with Honors in Geology in 1992. In 1998, he completed his Ph.D. in Geology at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), focusing on neotectonics and earthquake studies.
As a senior researcher at the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI), Dr. Natawidjaja has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of Indonesia's tectonic activity. Since 2000, he has conducted pivotal research on the seismic potential of the west coast of Sumatra, contributing significantly to earthquake preparedness and hazard mitigation in the region.
Beyond his geological pursuits, Dr. Natawidjaja has led investigations at Gunung Padang, a megalithic site in West Java. His research suggests that the site may house an ancient pyramidal structure beneath its surface, potentially dating back over 9,000 years, with some estimates reaching up to 20,000 years.
In 2023, Danny featured in Netflix’s Ancient Apocalypse presented by Graham Hancock, where he enlightened viewers into the archaeological site and geological significance of his research. If validated, Danny’s findings could upend our entire understanding of early human civilizations.
Dr. Danny Hillman’s research at Gunung Padang epitomises the core themes of Cosmic Summit, offering fresh perspectives and challenging the conventional timelines of ancient human history.
With his research still hotly debated amongst mainstream and alternative communities, Danny is a speaker not to be missed at the Cosmic Summit. His invaluable contribution towards discovering the truth about our ancient past is sure to be an enlightening and inspiring addition to this year’s lineup.
