Chimpanzees’ Task Performance Improves With Human Audience, Study Finds

Chimpanzees’ Task Performance Improves With Human Audience, Study Finds

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Chimpanzees have shown improved performance on challenging computer-based tasks when observed by humans, a study published in iScience on November 8 reveals. Conducted at Kyoto University, the research observed chimpanzees undertaking number-based tasks on touchscreens, monitored under different audience conditions. It was found that their performance increased with the task’s…

Monkeys Study Uncovers Science Behind ‘Choking Under Pressure’

Monkeys Study Uncovers Science Behind ‘Choking Under Pressure’

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A recent study sheds light on why both humans and monkeys may struggle to perform under pressure when high rewards are at stake. Researchers found that stress impacts brain signals essential for executing movements, leading to subpar performance. The study involved three monkeys completing tasks to earn water as a…