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Diverse Intelligences Surprises with Dr. Paco Calvo, Dr. Marcelo Magnasco & Dr. Diana Reiss
Diverse Intelligences Surprises with Dr. Paco Calvo, Dr. Marcelo Magnasco & Dr. Diana Reiss
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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
May 7, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Today we're back for another exploration of the magnificence and mystery of the universe — talking with three researchers who share not only a passion, but a respect for the species in their decidedly non-human, wildly intelligent subjects of research. First we meet Dr. Paco Calvo, a renowned cognitive scientist and professor of philosophy of science at the University of Murcia in Spain. Dr. Calvo has been called a philosopher of biology, who believes that by studying plant cognition, humans might be able to learn a little bit more about ourselves. And we hear from neuroscientist Marcelo Magnasco, a biophysicist professor and head of laboratory at Rockefeller University, New York, who works closely with Dr. Diana Reiss, professor of psychology at Hunter College and the director of the animal behavior and conservation graduate programs. Together, this team explores octopus intelligence. • Read the transcript of this episode • Subscribe to Stories of Impact wherever you listen to podcasts • Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube • Share your comments, questions and suggestions at info@storiesofimpact.org • Supported by Templeton World Charity Foundation
Released:
May 7, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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