Written with the assistance of the “New Bing” Paleoneurology is a fascinating field of study that explores the evolution of the brain by analyzing fossilized brain impressions, also known as endocasts. By comparing the shape, size, and features of endocasts from different species and time periods, Paleoneurologists can infer how the brain changed over timeContinue reading “I want to study Paleoneurology, but what is it?”
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Cambridge Journal of Human Behaviour: Call for Undergraduate Submissions
Dear Anthropology Professors and Advisors, I hope you are doing well. ___________________ Cambridge Journal of Human Behaviour: Call for Submissions (4th Issue) The Cambridge Journal of Human Behaviour (CJHB) is now calling for submissions! CJHB is an internationally registered, peer-reviewed journal that is interdisciplinary in nature and dedicated to publishing the exceptional work of undergraduatesContinue reading “Cambridge Journal of Human Behaviour: Call for Undergraduate Submissions”
Prehistoric Art and Human Cognition
Does prehistoric art show insights into the cognition of early humans? There are many things we do not know about how our advanced thought processes came about, is our ancient art a window into that?
Who Was Our Last Common Ancestor With Neanderthals?
Who was the #LastCommonAncestor of #ModernHumans and #Neanderthals? We may not a great deal, but there are so many missing puzzle pieces. Learn about what we do know, and see how we are filling in the gaps today!
Skin Pigmentation, Old World Monkeys, and more with Dr. Nina Jablonski!
Premiering at noon pst! In this video, we are honored to have a conversation with Dr. Nina Jablonski, one of the most influential and respected paleoanthropologists in the world. Dr. Jablonski is a professor of anthropology at Penn State University and the author of several books, including Skin: A Natural History and Living Color: TheContinue reading “Skin Pigmentation, Old World Monkeys, and more with Dr. Nina Jablonski!”
What is Paleoanthropology?
Paleoanthropology is a branch of anthropology that studies the origins and evolution of early humans and their relatives based on fossil and cultural evidence. Paleoanthropology combines the methods and theories of physical anthropology, archaeology, geology, and other disciplines to reconstruct the biological and cultural history of our ancestors. It is an extremely cross and multidisciplinaryContinue reading “What is Paleoanthropology?”
Homo naledi on its way to Copenhagen?
Homo naledi is a mysterious human relative that lived in South Africa about 300,000 years ago. It had a mix of primitive and modern features, such as a small brain, a human-like foot, and complex social behavior. It also had a unique way of disposing of its dead: it deliberately carried them into a deep,Continue reading “Homo naledi on its way to Copenhagen?”
Is Prof. Lee R. Berger About to Make a Huge Announcement?
Co-Authored with the New Bing Update Two: Update: According to a direct response to this article, Dr. Berger says no announcement is coming…yet I remain skeptical! Prof. Berger is known for is showmanship, and often times he likes to draw attention to his, and his teams discoveries. For good reason, as his discoveries have beenContinue reading “Is Prof. Lee R. Berger About to Make a Huge Announcement?”
Why Science Communication Matters: The Case of Human Origins
Why is SciComm important? What role does Science Communication have in Human Origins education and research? Read on to find out more about this critical practice!
The Paleoanthropology of the Future of the Universe
Co-Authored with the New Bing Paleoanthropology is the branch of anthropology that studies the origins and evolution of early humans and their relatives. ¹ It uses fossils, artifacts, and DNA to reconstruct the biological and cultural history of our species and its ancestors. Paleoanthropology can help us understand where we came from, how we adaptedContinue reading “The Paleoanthropology of the Future of the Universe”
