Goodall

American

[good-awl] / ˈgʊdˌɔl /

noun

Jane, born 1934, English primatologist and zoologist.

Goodall Scientific

/ gd′ôl /

British zoologist whose study of the life and habitat of the chimpanzee has greatly increased understanding of primate behavior. Goodall's research demonstrated that chimpanzees are capable of complex emotional relationships, and have the skill and intelligence to make tools. She has been a leader in international conservation efforts.

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Losing Goodall and the visibility she brought was a blow, but the students were eager to act.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 23, 2026

At the recent planting event, photos of Goodall amid trees and greenery were displayed on a table near the entrance.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 23, 2026

Only once before in recorded history has war between chimpanzees been documented, by none other than the late primatologist Jane Goodall.

From Salon ● Apr. 23, 2026

Goodall was recognised recently with a Medal of Freedom by US President Biden, in addition to her damehood in the UK and other international plaudits.

From BBC ● Dec. 31, 2025

The conclave applauded with each announcement, accepting Scythes Goodall, Schrödinger, and Colbert into the MidMerican Scythedom.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman

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