Samuel Scheffler (born October 20, 1951) is an American moral philosopher and professor of philosophy at New York University. He is known for his work on moral theory, consequentialism, and the intersection of personal relationships and moral obligations. His book 'Death and the Afterlife in the Anthropocene' explores the ethical implications of human extinction. Scheffler's contributions include critical analyses of 'the personal point of view' and 'moral aggregation,' making him a prominent voice in contemporary moral philosophy.