human beings

human beings

Using skeletal imprints and biomechanical models, Amélie Vialet of the National Museum of Natural History in Paris has analysed how ancient humans’ tongues, lungs, and larynx functioned to produce sounds. Photo: UNB

Scientists reconstruct voices of ancient humans from fossils

Scientists study physical evidence such as cave art, hand-crafted tools, and skull structures to infer cognitive and speech capabilities

What is it to be human anymore?

What is it to be human anymore?

Researchers looking for ancient DNA take samples in Chiquihuite Cave, Mexico. Photo: Nature

Humans in America 30,000 years ago, far earlier than thought

Clinicians use mifepristone, also known as RU-486, to end early pregnancies as well as to treat cancer and Cushing disease/ Reuters

US scientists may have found path to increase human life