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Editors at Science Journal Resign En Masse Over Bad Use of AI, High Fees

The editorial board of Elsevier's Journal of Human Evolution resigned due to ethical concerns over publishing practices.
Recent changes to the journal's structure and editorial support violated longstanding principles.
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When Did Human Ancestors Start Using Tools?

Human ingenuity is tied to technological innovation, which connects our large brains and dexterous hands, setting us apart from other primates.

What Does the 'Hobbit' Fossil Discovery Teach Us about Our Tiny Human Relatives?

The discovery of a tiny fossilized arm bone from an early Homo floresiensis member may help resolve the puzzle of its peculiar proportions.

Run, Lucy, Run! Human Ancestors Could Jog but Not Very Far or Fast

Australopithecus afarensis had slower running speeds compared to modern humans, with unique muscular adaptations influencing locomotion.

Meet Lucy, the celebrity of fossils, who changed our view of evolution

The discovery of Lucy, a 3.2-million-year-old fossil, revolutionized our understanding of human evolution by extending the timeline of hominin existence.

When Did Human Ancestors Start Using Tools?

Human ingenuity is tied to technological innovation, which connects our large brains and dexterous hands, setting us apart from other primates.

What Does the 'Hobbit' Fossil Discovery Teach Us about Our Tiny Human Relatives?

The discovery of a tiny fossilized arm bone from an early Homo floresiensis member may help resolve the puzzle of its peculiar proportions.

Run, Lucy, Run! Human Ancestors Could Jog but Not Very Far or Fast

Australopithecus afarensis had slower running speeds compared to modern humans, with unique muscular adaptations influencing locomotion.

Meet Lucy, the celebrity of fossils, who changed our view of evolution

The discovery of Lucy, a 3.2-million-year-old fossil, revolutionized our understanding of human evolution by extending the timeline of hominin existence.
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Scientists uncover lost 'big head' people who lived alongside humans

A newly identified species, Homo julurensis, may have lived alongside Homo sapiens, distinguished by their abnormally large skulls and advanced characteristics.

New human species that went extinct 200,000 years ago discovered

A new human species, Homo juluensis, was discovered in China, showcasing significant cranial differences and offering insights into early human evolution.

The discovery that rewrote human evolution theory turns 50 DW 11/21/2024

Human evolution is more complex than a linear process.
The discovery of Lucy challenged previous notions of how bipedalism developed along with brain size.
Lucy demonstrated that the traits of bipedalism and brain size evolved independently.

Footprints reveal the coexistence of two human species 1.5 million years ago

The footprints found in Kenya provide evidence of coexistence between Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei, reshaping our understanding of human evolution.

The legacy of Lucy, the Australopithecus' that changed our idea of human evolution 50 years ago

Lucy's discovery revolutionized paleoanthropology by providing crucial insights into human evolution, establishing connections to early hominid species.

Long-lost Neanderthal group that lived 50,000 years ago is discovered

Thorin's DNA analysis reveals a new Neanderthal lineage, prompting a reevaluation of human evolutionary history.

Scientists uncover lost 'big head' people who lived alongside humans

A newly identified species, Homo julurensis, may have lived alongside Homo sapiens, distinguished by their abnormally large skulls and advanced characteristics.

New human species that went extinct 200,000 years ago discovered

A new human species, Homo juluensis, was discovered in China, showcasing significant cranial differences and offering insights into early human evolution.

The discovery that rewrote human evolution theory turns 50 DW 11/21/2024

Human evolution is more complex than a linear process.
The discovery of Lucy challenged previous notions of how bipedalism developed along with brain size.
Lucy demonstrated that the traits of bipedalism and brain size evolved independently.

Footprints reveal the coexistence of two human species 1.5 million years ago

The footprints found in Kenya provide evidence of coexistence between Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei, reshaping our understanding of human evolution.

The legacy of Lucy, the Australopithecus' that changed our idea of human evolution 50 years ago

Lucy's discovery revolutionized paleoanthropology by providing crucial insights into human evolution, establishing connections to early hominid species.

Long-lost Neanderthal group that lived 50,000 years ago is discovered

Thorin's DNA analysis reveals a new Neanderthal lineage, prompting a reevaluation of human evolutionary history.
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These two ancient human relatives crossed paths 1.5 million years ago

Footprints of Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei provide direct evidence of coexistence and potential interaction 1.5 million years ago.
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'Surprising' evidence about Neanderthals upends decades of stereotypes

Neanderthals exhibit advanced intelligence and adaptability in hunting strategies, challenging earlier perceptions of them as primitive.

Fossil Trove from 74,000 Years Ago Points to Remarkably Adaptive Humans

Ancient hunter-gatherers in Ethiopia were remarkably adaptable.
The discovery of artifacts at Shinfa-Metema 1 site in Ethiopia provide insights into the lifestyle of humans 74,000 years ago.

'Surprising' evidence about Neanderthals upends decades of stereotypes

Neanderthals exhibit advanced intelligence and adaptability in hunting strategies, challenging earlier perceptions of them as primitive.

Fossil Trove from 74,000 Years Ago Points to Remarkably Adaptive Humans

Ancient hunter-gatherers in Ethiopia were remarkably adaptable.
The discovery of artifacts at Shinfa-Metema 1 site in Ethiopia provide insights into the lifestyle of humans 74,000 years ago.
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This fossil of a child with Down syndrome shows 'true altruism' in Neanderthals' caregiving

The earliest-known evidence of Down syndrome found in a 6-year-old Neanderthal child, 'Tina', highlights compassionate caregiving among extinct archaic humans.
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