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06.05.13Scientists discover oldest evidence of split between Old World monkeys and apes
Education ATHENS, Ohio (May 15, 2013) — Two fossil discoveries from the East African Rift reveal new information about the evolution of primates, according to a study published online in Nature today led by Ohio University scientists. The team’s findings document the oldest fossils of two major groups of primates: the group that today includes apes and humans (hominoids), and the group that includes Old World… more »
05.03.13The Last Taboo
Being Human What drives a man to work toward the position of CEO or run for political office? You’d be forgiven if you said it might have something to do with the pursuit of power...
04.03.1345 Years of Funding Human Origins Science
The Leakey Foundation This month marks the 45th anniversary of the first board meeting of the L. S. B. Leakey Foundation for Research Related to Man’s Origins. The date was April 8, 1968 and one of the first orders of business was to procure a $12,000 loan. The board meeting minutes state that this money was to be used to fund a “survey and study of the objectives and procedural methods for raising funds by the Foundation.” This study,… more »
03.30.13What Can You Do With A Database of the Human Face?
Being Human Paul Ekman began creating a database of every expression the human face is capable of making, ending up with a list of over 3000.
03.06.13Video: Dig Deeper: Adrienne Zihlman
In the News The Leakey Foundation sits down with Dr. Adrienne Zihlman (UC Santa Cruz) to discuss her multi-faceted career in human evolution research. In celebration of International Women’s Day, ‘Dig Deeper’ in to the work of Adrienne Zihlman, Professor of Anthropology at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and pioneering anthropologist who has had major impacts on the study of human… more »
02.05.13Google Celebrates Mary Leakey with a Doodle
Today in History In honor of the 100th anniversary of Mary Leakey’s birthday, Google has made a lovely illustration of her in the field, with her beloved Dalmatians. You can read about the creation of the doodle here. We love that her dogs made the cut! What do you think? Mary Leakey Google Doodle… more »
12.09.12Culture: the Engine of Human Adaptation
Guest Post, Being Human Humans can rapidly adapt to much wider range of circumstances than any other creature.
11.29.12The Adaptive Value of Happiness
Guest Post, Being Human Since Darwin, some scientists have believed that the uniquely human ability to make and enjoy complex music facilitated successful courtship in our ancestors.
11.13.12An Interview with Steven Heine: Looking for Human Universals
Being Human Sandra Aamodt interviews psychologist Steven Heine on genetic essentialism, culture, and the weirdest people in the world.
10.29.12Monsters Incorporated
Being Human When was the last time you were stalked and attacked by a hungry mountain lion—or any other large predator for that matter?
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