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OCTOBER 15, 2024

Mountainous regions have long attracted early human populations, but the reasons behind this preference are becoming clearer thanks to new research. This research highlights the importance of biodiversity and environmental variety in shaping early hominin adaptations.

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JUNE 9, 2024

An innovative approach to studying Neanderthal hearths has been hailed as a "major" breakthrough in archaeology, promising to shed new light on the behaviors of prehistoric humans. Researcher Santiago Sossa-Ríos examines a hearth at El Salt, an archaeological site in Spain. Read more

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Researchers have developed an innovative population model 1 that sheds new light on the complex dynamics of human dispersal across Europe during the Aurignacian period, approximately 43,000 to 32,000 years ago. The third phase saw a decline in human population, coinciding with a period of severe climatic conditions.

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MARCH 5, 2024

An archaeologist explains how remains recently recovered from a cave in present-day Germany suggest that Neanderthals and modern humans populated Europe together for at least 10,000 years. An international, multidisciplinary team has identified human ( H. However, there are many challenges to exploring this distant time.

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JULY 18, 2024

Cut marks on ancient fossils have been identified as evidence of human exploitation of large mammals in Argentina more than 20,000 years ago, according to a study published on July 17, 2024, in the open-access journal PLOS ONE 1 by Mariano Del Papa of the National University of La Plata, Argentina, and his colleagues.

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APRIL 6, 2024

In 1994, the Schöningen open-cast coal mine yielded an astonishing archaeological treasure: remarkably well-preserved hunting weapons dating back 300,000 years. Spearheads and throwing sticks, discovered alongside animal bones, offered a glimpse into the sophisticated craftsmanship of early humans. 1 Leder, D., Lehmann, J.,

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Throughout the annals of human history, no animal has had a more profound impact on the development of human societies than the horse. As research continues to evolve, it is becoming increasingly clear that the history of horse domestication is more complex and nuanced than previously thought. Author William T. Read more

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Recent research 1 led by Flinders University reveals that Paleolithic hunter-gatherers on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus were responsible for the extinction of two endemic megafauna species: the dwarf hippopotamus ( Phanourios minor ) and the dwarf elephant ( Palaeoloxodon cypriotes ). Image credit: Corey J.A.

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AUGUST 18, 2024

Archaeologists have long debated the exact paths taken by early modern humans on their journey to Australia. While genetic data has estimated the arrival of Homo sapiens in Australia to be under 50,000 years ago, archaeological findings suggest an earlier presence, possibly as far back as 65,000 or even 80,000 years ago.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

A submerged 25-foot bridge in a cave on the Spanish island of Mallorca has provided groundbreaking insights into the early human colonization of the western Mediterranean. Recent research led by geologists from the University of South Florida has revealed that humans settled in this region much earlier than previously believed.

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Teaching Anthropology

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Editor Stacey is Lecturer in Biological Anthropology at the Australian National University, specialising in the analysis of archaeological human remains. She was recently appointed Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Follow Stacey on X (Twitter): @wardstaceym The post Stacey Ward first appeared on Teaching Anthropology.

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Editor Stacey is Lecturer in Biological Anthropology at the Australian National University, specialising in the analysis of archaeological human remains. She was recently appointed Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Follow Stacey on X (Twitter): @wardstaceym The post Stacey Ward first appeared on Teaching Anthropology.

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JANUARY 28, 2024

Reassessing long-standing assumptions about early human diets, recent archaeological findings 1 from burial sites in the Peruvian Andes between 9,000 and 6,500 years ago suggest a surprising narrative. Human remains from Peru's Wilamaya Patjxa site reveal that ancient Andean diets were predominantly plant-based. 1 Chen, J.

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MARCH 6, 2024

In the annals of human prehistory, the Ukrainian landscape has emerged as a pivotal theater, offering insights into the earliest chapters of human migration and adaptation. Recent archaeological excavations in western Ukraine have yielded a treasure trove of stone tools dating back an astonishing 1.4 million years.

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JULY 6, 2024

Were humans or climate change responsible for these losses? Recent research 1 suggests a compelling answer. Their findings are presented in a review article published in the journal Cambridge Prisms: Extinction , which synthesizes and analyzes over 300 scientific articles across various research fields.

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APRIL 23, 2024

In the vast tapestry of human history, certain discoveries emerge as seismic shifts, reshaping our understanding of our origins and the paths we've traversed. Mithen's holistic approach, spanning disparate realms of inquiry, forms a tapestry of evidence that paints a vivid portrait of humanity's nascent linguistic capabilities.

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APRIL 19, 2024

Delving into the Past: Exploring the Enigmatic Landscapes of Arabia The Arabian Peninsula, a land shrouded in mystery and ancient lore, conceals within its arid embrace a treasure trove of archaeological wonders. These fossil-rich deposits offer a tantalizing glimpse into the fauna that once roamed Arabia's ancient landscapes.

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JUNE 28, 2024

Photograph: Nikola Solic/Reuters Discovery and Significance The fossil in question was excavated in 1989 at the Cova Negra archaeological site in Valencia, Spain. Previous research has shown that Neanderthals were intelligent and capable of creating art, pigments, symbolic objects, and perhaps a spoken language. 1 Conde-Valverde, M.,

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DECEMBER 24, 2023

Recent research unveils intriguing insights into the sophisticated choices made by Paleolithic humans regarding stone tool selection. These findings, published in the Journal of Paleolithic Archaeology 1 , suggest a deeper understanding and technical skill in stone tool creation than previously thought. Tsukada, K., Tarawneh, O.,

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Society for Classical Studies

AUGUST 7, 2024

As the field of Classics grows and changes with the new millennium, so, too, should the pool of researchers called upon to advance the field. To look to the future, we invite abstracts from advanced undergraduates on the cusp of their application to graduate programs to participate in a research symposium with their peers.

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MAY 10, 2024

High-energy particles from supernova explosions, reaching Earth after millions of years, have paved the way for a groundbreaking discovery: the earliest evidence of human presence in Europe. Scientists utilized cosmogenic nuclides to date stone tools unearthed in Korolevo, Ukraine, pinpointing human habitation to 1.4 million years ago.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

In a remarkable discovery, 1 researchers stumbled upon a treasure trove of human footprints on a Moroccan beach, dating back around 90,000 years. In Morocco, researchers unearthed a collection of 85 human footprints, crafted thousands of years ago, on a beach. Read more

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AUGUST 28, 2024

The reasons behind these fluctuations have long puzzled researchers. The Role of Fear in Shaping Population Patterns Since the end of the Ice Age, human populations have experienced cycles of growth and decline, with the underlying causes remaining only partially understood.

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MAY 24, 2024

Introduction: A Landmark Discovery in Qaleh Kurd Cave In a momentous archaeological breakthrough, French and Iranian researchers have unearthed compelling evidence of early human habitation in Iran's Central Plateau, pushing back the known timeline of human settlement in the region by an astonishing 300,000 years.

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MARCH 29, 2024

Recent interdisciplinary research 1 , blending genetic, palaeoecological, and archaeological analyses, has unearthed compelling evidence positioning the Persian Plateau as a pivotal geographic nexus in the early dispersion of Homo sapiens from Africa. Pebdeh Cave located in the southern Zagros Mountains.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Since their discovery in the 1940s, researchers have sought to decode their purpose and origins, with little concrete evidence as to why the ancient Nazca people created them. Sakai explained, “Because the Nazca Pampa is so vast, it takes a long time to conduct research using conventional archaeological methods.”

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OCTOBER 16, 2024

The researchers noted that “the discovery forces us to reevaluate our assumptions about the technological capabilities of Neolithic societies. Such findings highlight the significance of ongoing archaeological research in uncovering the complexities of early human societies. 1 Brinch, M., Philippsen, B.,

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OCTOBER 8, 2024

The Oakhurst rock shelter, nestled in the cliffs of South Africa’s southern coast, has long been a focal point for archaeologists due to its wealth of artifacts and human remains. These findings offer a new perspective on human population stability and cultural evolution in southern Africa.

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DECEMBER 22, 2023

In the realm of human evolution, a groundbreaking study 1 led by researchers at the Australian National University in Canberra and the Natural History Museum of London is poised to revolutionize our narrative of human ancestry. They hold promise in advancing our comprehension of human evolution."

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FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Wajãpi had invited me to map archaeological sites in their territory. The Wajãpi already knew of my “archaeological finds”—the footsteps of Creator Hero from the beginning of time. What could my archaeological knowledge possibly offer to such a vast cosmological wisdom? I was excited. We just draw from different backgrounds.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Recent archaeological fieldwork 1 in Morocco has uncovered a previously unknown Neolithic society, shedding new light on North Africa’s pivotal role in the development of Mediterranean prehistory. This discovery fills a significant gap in understanding the cultural and agricultural evolution of the region between 4000 and 1000 BC.

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JULY 11, 2024

Sahul, before it shrank and fragmented Those two insights are the pillars upon which Australian and French researchers have built a new model for mapping how pre-agricultural humans occupied new territory. Likelihood of human occupation, based on either of the two entry points: left the northern entry point, right the southern one.

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JULY 16, 2024

Led by Jules Blais, professor of biology at the University of Ottawa, the research team detected evidence of human presence and settlements on Somerset Island, Nunavut, by analyzing sediment samples. Professor Jules Blais, says,” "By analyzing pond sediment samples, we were able to construct detailed histories of site occupation.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Recent archaeological research 1 in northeast Germany has revealed new insights into Europe’s oldest known battlefield, the Tollense Valley, dating back 3,250 years. Using detailed analysis of arrowheads and human remains, researchers are reconstructing the story of this violent confrontation.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

A multidisciplinary team of researchers explains historical, cultural, and ethical issues they considered while developing a 3D scan of a South African site to be shared with the world online. This has led to numerous archaeological and heritage sites appearing online in interactive 3D platforms, such as Sketchfab.

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OCTOBER 9, 2024

The Discovery at Tunnug 1 In southern Siberia, archaeologists have uncovered a prehistoric burial mound—Tunnug 1—revealing evidence of human and animal sacrifices from the late 9th century. The excavation revealed fragmented remains of at least 18 horses alongside one human.

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MAY 13, 2024

In the annals of the human story, few narratives are as compelling as the journey of Australia and New Guinea's First Peoples across the vast expanse of Sahul. Predicted human presence across Sahul 35,000 years ago. kilometers per year, highlighting the dynamic nature of human movement across Sahul's diverse landscapes.

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