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Dr. Nathan Emery is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Queen Mary University of London's School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences. His research focuses on animal intelligence and the evolution of cognition, particularly in corvids, parrots, monkeys, and apes. Emery investigates how ecological and social challenges drive cognitive adaptations, exploring domains like physical cognition (tool use, object manipulation) and social cognition (theory of mind, social learning). He collaborates with institutions such as the University of Cambridge and the Max-Planck Institute, studying species including Eurasian jays, ravens, and great apes. Current projects include mirror self-recognition in corvids, raven cognition at the Tower of London, and the role of play in animal welfare. His work bridges comparative psychology and cognitive science, challenging assumptions about non-human intelligence.
- Research Interests: Animal cognition, tool use, social behavior, comparative psychology.
- Key Collaborations: Prof. Nicky Clayton (University of Cambridge), Dr. Josep Call (Max-Planck Institute).
- Facilities: Sub-department of Animal Behaviour at Cambridge, Tower of London raven colonies.
Emery’s research highlights convergent evolution of complex cognition in birds and primates, emphasizing the importance of ecological validity in experimental design. His book Bird Brain: An exploration of avian intelligence popularizes these findings, while his work on rook tool-making and raven self-awareness challenges traditional views on animal insight.
