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Science unlocks life and legacy of PG Tips chimpanzee
Manage episode 471414832 series 2704238
Scientists have used a pioneering technique to unlock hidden details about a famous chimpanzee’s life for the first time.
Using osteobiography experts have analysed the bones and tissue of Choppers, a Western chimpanzee from the PG Tips tea adverts.
The findings have revealed insights about the long-term effects of captivity which can be used to improve animal welfare.
We hear from National Museums Scotland researcher and lead author of the study Dr David Cooper.
Also in this episode:
- Apple’s appeal against the UK government’s demand for encrypted data is due to be discussed in a private hearing at the High Court.
- Declining vaccination rates are being blamed for a worrying increase in measles cases
- How drones are being used to restore Britain’s lost rainforests
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1275 episodes
Manage episode 471414832 series 2704238
Scientists have used a pioneering technique to unlock hidden details about a famous chimpanzee’s life for the first time.
Using osteobiography experts have analysed the bones and tissue of Choppers, a Western chimpanzee from the PG Tips tea adverts.
The findings have revealed insights about the long-term effects of captivity which can be used to improve animal welfare.
We hear from National Museums Scotland researcher and lead author of the study Dr David Cooper.
Also in this episode:
- Apple’s appeal against the UK government’s demand for encrypted data is due to be discussed in a private hearing at the High Court.
- Declining vaccination rates are being blamed for a worrying increase in measles cases
- How drones are being used to restore Britain’s lost rainforests
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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