In 1965, Jane and Hugo van Lawick established the Gombe Research Center in the Gombe Stream National Park. It’s aim is to support extensive chimpanzee studies by training researchers and contribute to conservation. The scientists of the research station observe chimpanzees’ and other species’ behavior widely – they study their social structure, aggressive behavior, relationships, development. They did the first longitudinal observation on the unique chimpanzee twins. They provide education of observation skills, methods, and ecology and support conservation at the same time. Students can go there to learn and assist at first, then become a professional researcher.
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Entrance to Gombe Stream National Park