Amplifying African Voices: A Call for Early Career Researchers in Anthropology

At The Story of Us, our mission has always been to bring diverse perspectives to the forefront of discussions about human origins and anthropology. We believe that every voice matters in the quest to understand our shared history, and today, we are reaching out to early career researchers from Africa to join us in thisContinue reading “Amplifying African Voices: A Call for Early Career Researchers in Anthropology”

Unveiling WOPA’s Future: Educational Programs, VR Experiences, AI & ML, Mentorship, and More

Hello fellow explorers of human history! I’m thrilled to share some exciting updates and future plans for the World of Paleoanthropology (WOPA). Our mission has always been to make the fascinating field of paleoanthropology accessible and engaging to a diverse audience. With these new initiatives, we are set to expand our reach and impact evenContinue reading “Unveiling WOPA’s Future: Educational Programs, VR Experiences, AI & ML, Mentorship, and More”

🚨Exciting SciComm Event Coming Up!

Mark your calendars for the week of August 8th! Join us for a great conversation as top authors reveal groundbreaking insights on Homo naledi. Did they bury their dead or not? Don’t miss the chance to hear all three authors discuss their latest findings and interpretations. It’s going to be an enlightening and thrilling event!Continue reading “🚨Exciting SciComm Event Coming Up!”

Academic Outreach: Embracing Ethical Social Media Platforms

In today’s digital age, social media is indispensable for academics seeking to disseminate their research and insights. Platforms like Twitter have been instrumental in connecting scholars, sharing findings, and engaging with broader audiences. However, recent developments necessitate an urgent reassessment of where academics choose to share their knowledge. This article explores the critical importance ofContinue reading “Academic Outreach: Embracing Ethical Social Media Platforms”

Autism and Neanderthals – A Primer

The Mystery of Autism and Neanderthals: A Journey Through Time Have you ever wondered where certain things about us come from? Imagine going on an exciting adventure back in time, about 40,000 years ago, to meet our ancient cousins, the Neanderthals. This adventure will help us understand something about autism and how it might beContinue reading “Autism and Neanderthals – A Primer”