ASU Institute of Human Origins celebrates Lucy with a 50th-anniversary symposium
Lucy is one of the most famous fossils of all time. The discovery of this species had a major impact on the science of human origins and evolution. Why? What was that impact?
Arizona State University's Institute of Human Origins is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Lucy's discovery with a symposium on Saturday, April 6, 2024.
Humans and plants go way back
The Leakey Foundation and American Association for Biological Anthropologists' Education Committee are collaborating on outreach at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County on March 20, 2024, from 9:30 am–3 pm as part of the museum's Spring into Nature program, which celebrates plant stories.
New methods of conservation needed to prevent the extinction of great apes
Great apes, human’s closest living relatives, are knocking on the door of extinction. Traditional methods of conservation have helped, but these methods are no longer enough, say multiple-time Leakey Foundation grantees John Mitani and Andrew Marshall, researchers at the University of Michigan.
Let’s talk about evolution
Are you fascinated with human origins and interested in meeting others who share your curiosity? Join the Evolution Exchange on February 27 for a lively virtual discussion group exploring the evolution of childhood and the human family.
Now hiring a part-time Grants Associate
The Leakey Foundation is looking to add a part-time Grants Associate to our team. The Grants Associate helps facilitate our grant application and award process, providing support for the Grants Officer and working closely with The Leakey Foundation's Scientific Executive Committee.