

Cristen Hemingway Jaynes
A researcher focusing on the cultural aspects of learning in animals.
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Aug 15, 2024 • 10min
Chimpanzee Learning, Breast Cancer Gel, Singing Brain Repair
Edwin J. C. van Leeuwen studies chimpanzee social learning, revealing that these clever apes can teach each other when faced with challenges. Cristen Hemingway Jaynes discusses their cultural learning, showing how skills accumulate over generations. The conversation then shifts to exciting advancements in breast cancer treatments with a new hydrogel technology. Lastly, the therapeutic benefits of singing emerge, highlighting how vocal music can aid in brain recovery after a stroke, improving language abilities and fostering social connections.