Another sad day in which I have to report on another loss in our world.
Last night news spread that Yves Coppens passed away, he lived a full and exciting life, and we wish his family the best.
Read to learn more…
Category Archives: Paleoanthropology
Update-Prof. William (Bill) Kimbel- RIP
Update: His funeral is being broadcasted to registered individuals via Zoom Saturday the 28th, you can register here. It is with the utmost sadness that I inform you, for those who do not already know, that the famed paleoanthropologist, who served as the director of the IHO at ASU for 13 years, Dr. Bill Kimbel,Continue reading “Update-Prof. William (Bill) Kimbel- RIP”
A small tooth, a big surprise, and Denisovans in Laos!
A new Denisovans fossil has been discovered! This leads to further understanding of the species, and new secrets, and many more answers, which lead to more and more questions!
The Story of Us- Ep 34 with Evan Hardingham
Join us on the next exciting episode of The Story of Us!
A Planet of Apes
While today, there are only four species of Great Apes left walking the planet today, only of them are bipedal in their form of locomotion, or that they walk on two legs. That would be us, Homo sapiens. This, as well as many other aspects of our lives, bodies, and cultures, make us a special species, possibly the most unique to have ever walked the earth (at least the most successful). But we were not always alone…
National Association of Science Writers!
I have some very exciting news that I am not only proud, but completely honored to share! This week I applied for membership with the NASW, a prestigious writing association based on Science Literacy and Communication. Not only was I accepted, but within a few days, have been given responsibilities to run their twitter accountContinue reading “National Association of Science Writers!”
Prof. William (Bill) Kimbel- RIP
It is with great sadness that I continue spreading the word, that Dr. William (Bill) Kimbel passed away this morning from his battle with cancer, read on to learn more about his major contributions to Paleoanthropology…
Dating Stone Tools Directly? New dating at Olduvai proves its possible!
One of the most important aspects of paleontology, is the ability to place things on a timeline, or a map of existence. Knowing when and where something came from, is critical to understanding its place and role in the natural world. Being able to know when something lived, and when it dates to is critical to Paleoanthropology, and our understanding of Human Origins.
A Planet of Apes
While today, there are only four species of Great Apes left walking the planet today, only of them are bipedal in their form of locomotion, or that they walk on two legs. That would be us, Homo sapiens. This, as well as many other aspects of our lives, bodies, and cultures, make us a special species, possibly the most unique to have ever walked the earth (at least the most successful). But we were not always alone…
First new Oldowan Tool site discovered in 30 Years!
In a new find detailed in Science Direct, for the first time in thirty years, researchers have discovered a new locality, or location, where Oldowan tools have been found…
World of Paleoanthropology 