We all know that chimpanzees and other animals are extremely intelligent and deeply emotional. And now a recent and extremely detailed study shows just how smart chimpanzees can be and that there are ...

The human brain is a biological anomaly—a greedy, high-maintenance organ that consumes 20% of our total daily calories despite making up only 2% of our body weight. For decades, evolutionary ...

With Jane Goodall and Dian Fossey, Galdikas changed the face of science and opened the world’s eyes to how similar humans are ...

Scientists reflect on the life and work of a researcher whose discoveries made them rethink what it means to be human. By Carl Zimmer and Emily Anthes Most people know Jane Goodall, who died Wednesday ...

Jane Goodall, who spent decades studying chimpanzees and advocating for their protection, uncovered something unexpected in her work: These primates helped reverse a climate disaster that occurred ...

Chimpanzees are among the most intelligent primates, but that intelligence is paired with extreme physical strength and aggression. Documented attacks show that they can inflict severe and sometimes ...