The Dissenter

#1046 Olivia Reilly: Social Cognition and Sex Differences in the Brains of Capuchin Monkeys

Jan 16, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Olivia Reilly, a Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard's Hecht Lab, dives deep into social cognition among capuchin monkeys. She explores fascinating behaviors like fur rubbing and its connection to oxytocin, a hormone that plays a dual role in promoting in-group bonding while heightening distrust towards outsiders. The conversation also uncovers significant sex differences in the monkeys' brain structures and behaviors, shedding light on how these insights can inform our understanding of human social dynamics.
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