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Iulia Bădescu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the Université de Montréal, where she studies primate behavior to better understand human actions. Her research in primatology is driven by a deep interest in the evolutionary origins of human behaviors and their diversity. She focuses on the bio-social foundations of care and development in infants and juveniles. Conducting field studies in Africa with monkeys and chimpanzees, her research delves into the intricate relationships between nutritional and reproductive ecology. Utilizing stable isotope analysis, she reconstructs patterns of maternal investment, lactation, weaning, and growth. Bădescu's recent work also explores play and exploration among young primates, particularly how they utilize tools and interact with objects, contributing to innovation and culture. She has held positions as an AIAS Visiting Fellow at Aarhus University and has served in various roles promoting equity and diversity within biological anthropology. Her extensive educational background includes a Ph.D. in Biological Anthropology from the University of Toronto and a Master's degree from the University of Calgary. Bădescu is committed to advancing understanding in her field through her active participation in research and mentorship.
Université de Montréal • Montréal, QC, Canada
Prof. in the Anthropology Department focusing on primate studies.
Université de Montréal • Montréal, QC, Canada
Conducted research and taught undergraduate and graduate courses.
University of Toronto • Toronto, ON, Canada
Taught courses in the Department of Anthropology.
Department of Pharmacology and Physiology - Research intensive with options in Neuropharmacology and Pharmacogenomics.