The Canisius College Institute for the Study of Human-Animal Relations proudly presents world renowned behavioral biologist, Frans B. M. de Waal, PhD, C.H. Candler Professor in Psychology, Emory University; Director, Living Links Center, Yerkes National Primate Research Center. “The Bonobo and the Atheist: Morality, Religion, and Prosocial Primates” on Thursday, August 29 at 7:00 p.m. in the Montante Cultural Center.
Professor de Waal will discuss the parallels between primate and human behavior, including peacemaking, morality and culture. His newest book focuses on the Bonobo, one of the great apes and one of humankind’s closest relatives. Professor de Waal’s research shows that empathy comes naturally to a great variety of animals including humans, and that religion is not the source, but rather a way to enforce good behavior.
This event is free and open to the public.
Submitted by: Michael Noonan, chair, ABEC
