Publications by authors named "Toshiki Minami"
Respiration is an invaluable signal that facilitates the real-time observation of physiological dynamics. In recent years, the advancement of noncontact measurement technology has gained momentum in capturing physiological activities in natural settings. This technology is anticipated to be found not only in humans but also in nonhuman primates.
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- Immature facial features in humans generally trigger caretaking behaviors, and this study explores whether similar traits exist in Japanese macaques that influence caretaker attention.* -
- Researchers analyzed 470 facial photographs of Japanese macaques, finding that their facial features closely resemble those of humans and great apes, with some infants displaying unique patterns of facial development.* -
- However, unlike in humans, there was no significant link between these facial features and caretaking behaviors in macaques, suggesting humans may have developed a stronger preference for these traits during evolution.*
Reporting reactions to death in nonhuman primates can provide valuable information for understanding the evolutionary origin of human ways of dealing with death. Although many studies have reported nonhuman primates' reactions to infant corpses, less is known about their reactions toward dead adults or adolescents. The deaths of adult primates, who usually form complex social relationships, may have social impacts.
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