A fight for survival against infectious disease
How does evolutionary science help humans in our fight for survival against infectious disease-causing microbes?
The role of cooking in human evolution and survival
Early humans survived on raw foods. They foraged and hunted whatever was available, consuming it in its natural state. While raw food provides energy, it can be challenging to consume and digest efficiently. That changed when our ancestors learned to control fire.
Raymond Dart’s 1973 Lecture, “The Discovery of Australopithecus and Its Implications”
Raymond Arthur Dart (1893-1988) announced, described, and named the first discovery of an Australopithecine in the February 7, 1925 issue of Nature. The now iconic specimen consisted of a partial fossilized face, jaw, and cast of the interior of the braincase of a young child from Taung, which Dart assigned to a new genus and species called Australopithecus africanus.
The Origins of Rocks and Humans with Dr. Patrick Gathogo
Join Dr. Patrick Gathogo live on Lunch Break Science October 20, 2022 for an exploration of geology, the origin and ‘genetics’ of rocks, and human evolution!
Live March 2022
Celebrate Women's History Month with The Leakey Foundation with these upcoming programs!