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Loma Pendergraft is a full-time lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Washington. Her research focuses on animal behavior, particularly in corvids such as the American crow. Dr. Pendergraft has conducted extensive studies on communication and learning abilities in these birds, emphasizing their innovative tool use and neural circuit activation. In addition to crows, she has explored the behavior of various species, including capuchin monkeys, prairie voles, and European honeybees. Her recent publications include research on the response of American crows to vocalizations and their attention to social factors affecting problem-solving abilities. Through her work, Dr. Pendergraft contributes to the understanding of cognitive processes in animals, highlighting the complexity and adaptability of their behaviors and interactions.
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