Some 60,000 years ago, in what is now western France, a Neanderthal picked up a chunk of hyena femur and a stone tool and began … How Did Neanderthals and Other Ancient Humans Learn to Count?Read more
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Age of hotly debated skull from early human Homo erectus determined
A new study verifies the age and origin of one of the oldest specimens of Homo erectus — a very successful early human who roamed … Age of hotly debated skull from early human Homo erectus determinedRead more
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SARS-CoV-2 infection hijacks key cellular process, autophagy
The intricate biological process known as autophagy plays a vital role in keeping our cells healthy and functioning by sweeping up and recycling bits of … SARS-CoV-2 infection hijacks key cellular process, autophagyRead more
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Secrets behind Earth’s first major mass extinction
We all know that the dinosaurs died in a mass extinction. But did you know that there were other mass extinctions? There are five most … Secrets behind Earth’s first major mass extinctionRead more
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Why are viruses hard to kill?
Viruses are among the biggest threats to humanity, with the current pandemic showing how these pathogens can shut down countries, halt entire industries and cause … Why are viruses hard to kill?Read more
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Medical science should be at the service of humanity
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNsgVHaYtyc&rel=0&feature=relmfu] Bolivian President Luis Arce : “Capitalism has commodified all aspects of social life, and health is not the exception. Medical science should be … Medical science should be at the service of humanityRead more
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What if Science Had Evolved like Religion?
One key difference between religion and science, according to many scientists at least, is that religion posits one unchanging and absolute truth, while science produces … What if Science Had Evolved like Religion?Read more
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Building bonds between males leads to more offspring for chimpanzees
A study led by the University of Michigan, in collaboration with Arizona State and Duke universities, examined why male chimpanzees form close relationships with each … Building bonds between males leads to more offspring for chimpanzeesRead more
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Why Anthropology Matters
In 2012, both Kiplinger and Forbes ranked anthropology as the least valuable undergraduate major, unleashing a small wave of indignation as many outside the field … Why Anthropology MattersRead more
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11 Characteristics of Pseudoscience
Throughout most of our history, humans have sought to understand the world around us. Why do people get sick? What causes storms? How can we … 11 Characteristics of PseudoscienceRead more