Albert Lin Biography
Born in San Diego, California, Albert Lin is an Explorer of the National Geographic Society and co-Founder and CSO of Planet3 Inc. He studied under materials scientist Marc A. Meyers, a novelist, and poet at the University of California
Most of Albert’s adventures have been converted into Nat Geo documentaries. Traditional archaeology, geology, and historical study are frequently combined with cutting-edge LiDAR, sonar, and computer imaging technology in these programs to give viewers a whole new perspective on ancient worlds.
He has worked as a Research Scientist at the University of California, San Diego, since 2009. He is an award-winning scientist, technologist, explorer, and adventurer. He is also a member of the National Geographic Society’s Explorers Program. Lin is also the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Planet3 Inc. (2014-present) and Tomnod Inc. (2011-2013).
Albert had led numerous expeditions to the most remote corners of the planet, applying digital advances to the search for curiosities ranging from Genghis Khan’s tomb to Maya temples. Several of his expeditions were turned into National Geographic documentaries, including Lost Treasures of the Maya (2018), Lost Cities with Albert Lin (2019), and Buried Secrets of the Bible with Albert Lin (2019), which he hosted.
He was also involved in an off-road accident and lost his leg. He eventually went with a prosthetic, but that didn’t stop him from engaging in sports or going on dangerous adventures. In addition, the ‘Lowell Thomas Medal’ (2011), the ‘Nevada Medal’ (2014), and the ‘Emmy Award’ for ‘National Geographic Promotional Announcement’ in 2012 were all given to him for his contributions to exploration and discovery.
Albert Lin Wife and Married
Albert seems to be single or silent about his relationships, we don’t know for a fact whether he is married or not.
Albert Lin Age
Albert is 43 years old as of 2022, he was born on March 22, 1979.
Albert Lin Height
Albert stands at an average height of 5 feet 8 inches with a moderate weight of 54 kg. Lin stands at an average height and moderate weight. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by.
Albert Lin Parents
He was raised by an astrophysicist father and a music-loving mother, so science and the arts were always a big part of his life. Lin’s father used to take him on sabbaticals throughout Europe and Russia when he was a boy, and this was the beginning of his global trips.
Albert Lin’s Net worth
Lin has an estimated net worth of over $1.5 million as of 2022.