Frans de Waal
Frans de Waal is a Dutch primatologist and ethologist known for his research on animal behavior and morality. He has written extensively about the emotional lives of animals and the parallels between human and animal societies, advocating for a more empathetic understanding of non-human beings.
Born on Oct 29, 1948 (76 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,112 | $700,000 | 494$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 6,112 | $700,000 | 494$ |
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Switzerland:
Frans de Waal questioned whether we are smart enough to understand how smart animals are.
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Spain:
Frans de Waal coined the term 'anthroponegation' to describe the rejection of human traits in animals.
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