Her legacy transcends chimpanzee research, presenting a profound model of human potential: living with purpose, maintaining intellectual curiosity, and nurturing compassionate relationships can dramatically influence our biological aging trajectories. By exploring her holistic approach to longevity, we gain insights into sustaining energy, maintaining cognitive flexibility, and creating meaningful engagement across decades of life.
Jane Goodall, the iconic primatologist who inspired the world with her lifelong work in conservation, animal welfare, and protecting the planet, passed away on October 1 at age 91. While genetics played a role – both of her parents lived to 94 – Goodall’s lifestyle choices…