Uncovering Ancient Ties: Woolly Mammoth’s Path Linked to Alaska’s First Hunters
Scientists have linked the movements of a 14,000-year-old woolly mammoth with early human settlements in Alaska. Analysis of the mammoth’s tusk revealed a journey that…
Scientists have linked the movements of a 14,000-year-old woolly mammoth with early human settlements in Alaska. Analysis of the mammoth’s tusk revealed a journey that…
Burial practices indicate that individuals with Down Syndrome and Edwards Syndrome were recognized as members of their communities For many years, scientists at MPI-EVA have…
A genetic study of a German archaeological site reveals that modern humans lived in Northern Europe 45,000 years ago, overlapping with Neanderthals, and altering our…
Could a family’s obsidian blade be a clue to the expedition’s trail? It’s a small piece of obsidian, just over 5 centimeters long, likely found…
By analyzing ancient DNA, an international team of researchers has uncovered cases of chromosomal disorders, including what could be the first case of Edwards syndrome…
Used stone edges might help illuminate timber use by early humans. Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University crafted replica Stone Age tools and used them for…
The commonly used term “hunter-gatherers” for describing early humans should be revised to “gatherer-hunters” in the context of the Andes in South America, suggests groundbreaking…
A study led by the University of Otago reveals that humans’ preference for sweet flavors traces back to our early primate relatives. This research illuminates…
When did archery arise in the Americas? And what were the effects of this technology on society? Archery’s origins in the Americas and its societal…
Contrary to previous beliefs, significant advancements in stone tool technology emerged after, not before, Homo sapiens spread across Eurasia, marking a complex evolutionary journey. A…
Ancient DNA helps researchers elucidate the structure of a prehistoric community from Southeast Asia. A mortuary practice known as Log Coffin culture characterizes the Iron…
Through advanced geospatial modeling, new research uncovers the ancient “mobility highways” that connected communities across the Tibetan Plateau, shedding light on the role of environmental…
A team of researchers has unearthed what appears to be a lost valley of cities, a discovery that is nothing short of incredible. A new…
The arrival of Homo sapiens in cold northern latitudes took place several thousand years before Neanderthals disappeared in southwest Europe. The three published studies describe…
An international study used isotope profiling to connect a woolly mammoth’s movements to early human settlements, uncovering insights into human-mammoth interactions and the effects of…
Mesolithic Scandinavians likely faced oral health issues, with studies on ancient birch tar revealing signs of gum disease, tooth decay, and diverse dietary habits. Members…
Researchers uncover evidence of advanced material culture from 45,000 years ago in East Asia, highlighting sophisticated toolmaking and cultural practices of early Homo sapiens. A…
No two civilizations throughout history have identical thought patterns. The way a society thinks at any given point in history provides valuable insights to historians,…