"Goodall devoted her life to studying chimpanzees and other great apes, and became a global champion for primates and for conservation, helping to challenge the idea that the primates were vegetarian and that only humans could use tools. She died in her sleep from natural causes in Los Angeles while on a speaking tour, according to her institute, leading to an outpouring of dedications from around the world."
"Goodall was extremely determined. She was a do-it-yourselfer. She broke down barriers and wasn't interested in broken or outdated conventions in science she was bold and brave, an important inspiration to women wishing to enter science. She also became a powerful advocate for life, quiet, considered, clear and passionate. And critically tireless she died on her job, trying to communicate the urgent need to confront climate breakdown and biodiversity loss."
Jane Goodall died in Los Angeles at age 91, passing away in her sleep from natural causes while on a speaking tour. She devoted her life to studying chimpanzees and other great apes and became a global champion for primates and for conservation, challenging assumptions that primates were vegetarian and that only humans could use tools. World leaders and public figures paid tribute, noting her ability to inspire connection with nature, her pioneering role for women in science, and her tireless advocacy on climate breakdown and biodiversity loss. Tributes highlighted her curiosity, compassion and transformative influence.
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