JOURNAL ARTICLE

Jane Goodall, famed primatologist, changed the way we thought about apes.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Price, Michael 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the life and legacy of Jane Goodall, a prominent primatologist and conservationist who passed away at the age of 91. Goodall gained fame in 1960 for her groundbreaking observations of chimpanzee behavior in Tanzania's Gombe National Park, challenging existing beliefs about primate behavior and demonstrating their use of tools and complex social interactions. Despite lacking formal scientific training, she earned a Ph.D. in ethology and founded the Jane Goodall Institute in 1977, shifting her focus to conservation and advocacy. Goodall's work inspired many, particularly women in science, and she maintained a hopeful outlook on environmental issues, emphasizing the potential for positive change in the world. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2025/10, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:188431567
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