Nathan Wolfe
Case Notes
Stanford virologist who proposed Epstein fund sexual behavior study
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
Nathan Wolfe, a former Stanford University virologist, appeared 589 times in the Jeffrey Epstein Files released by the Department of Justice in January 2026. Between 2008 and 2013, Wolfe corresponded with Epstein seeking research funding for projects including studies on sexual behavior and the development of a 'female viagra.' In emails, Wolfe described interns' physical attractiveness to Epstein and invited him to events. Wolfe has stated he never witnessed or participated in any misconduct, never visited Epstein's island or flew on his plane, and met with him only professionally at his homes in New York and Palm Beach. He has expressed regret for seeking funding from Epstein and condemned Epstein's crimes. There is no evidence that Wolfe was arrested, charged, convicted, or criminally implicated in any wrongdoing related to Epstein's sex trafficking operations.
Determination Timeline
Document References (11)
Media Coverage (5)
'He was surrounded by smart people': academics in Epstein files
John Brockman, an agent and founder of the Edge Foundation, which explores scientific and intellectual ideas, appears to have introduced Epstein to many people …
Even More Higher Ed Names in the Epstein Files
The latest batch of released Epstein files reveals additional names from the higher education community who had contact with Jeffrey Epstein. Corina Tarnita, a …
Jeffrey Epstein Couldn't Stop Emailing People About Eugenics
Epstein cultivated relationships with sympathetic scientists like virologist and former Stanford University professor Nathan Wolfe, a close Epstein ally. The ne…
Theater Commentary: Portrait of the Artist as a Predator
Nathan Wolfe — the now ex-husband of playwright Lauren Gunderson — appeared 589 times in the Epstein Files. The Justice Department released over 3.5 million ema…
Playwright Lauren Gunderson Responds to Her Name Showing Up in the Jeffrey Epstein Files
Nathan Wolfe, Gunderson's ex-husband and a virologist, appeared 589 times in the Epstein emails. According to the emails, Wolfe was trying to secure funding fro…
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