The Privilege of Science

This photo captures a moment in a small village in the Republic of Congo, home to farming and foraging communities. My research in Congo focuses on understanding tool-use skill development in children. This setting offers invaluable insights into how the natural environment may play a crucial role in shaping the early development and acquisition of tool use skills. This photo serves as a reminder that science can extend beyond the conventional lab setting. It underscores the importance of studying environments like this and sheds light on the ecological factors that may have influenced our evolution.
by Ellen Soeters