Two of the traits that set modern humans apart from non-human primates are taller stature and a higher basal metabolic rate. Researchers have identified a genetic variant that contributed to the ...

Taller stature and a higher basal metabolic rate are two characteristics that distinguish modern humans from non-human ...

These human ancestors would have had plenty to take advantage of near these ancient rivers. Trees bore fruit all year, and ...

Two of the traits that set modern humans apart from non-human primates are taller stature and a higher basal metabolic rate.

The Scopes “monkey trial” garnered international attention, and the battle that was fought continues in some form in other ...

Rapidly mutating DNA regions were mapped using a multi-generational family and advanced sequencing tools. Understanding how ...

For a long time, scientists felt confident in their understanding of the timeline of human evolution. But a recent discovery ...

Now researchers are learning that they have also evolved another remarkable genetic adaptation since their ancestors first ...

Mounting evidence from genome studies indicates that, contrary to received wisdom, our species has undergone profound ...

On his 100th birthday, discover the moments that shaped Malcolm X from his name change and prison education to his human rights vision after visiting Mecca.