10.27.2009 The best thing we can do for the theory of evolution may be to bring its creator back down to earth.
The most profound bonds between people begin in our bodies with imitation and synchronized movements. 11.19.2009
New research suggests that math has evolved its way right into our neurons—and monkeys', too. 11.17.2009
Vote for your favorite video 10.27.2009
This panel discussion was based on a recent Big Questions essay series sponsored by the John Templeton Foundation. The panel was moderated by DISCOVER editor-in-chief Corey Powell and hosted by Yale University. 10.05.2009
Recent digs show long-distance trade and complex social structures were around for longer than archaeologists thought. 08.31.2009
Since 2005, Swiss pathologist Frank Rühli has focused on the cause of death for patients who died thousands of years ago. 07.27.2009
Researchers find that the tale of the "Hero Twins" goes back more than 2,000 years. 05.16.2009
A broken symmetry from our evolutionary heritage is part of what makes us human. 04.15.2009
Interesting info-nuggets about all that stuff you recently sent to the IRS. 04.14.2009
Researchers are using noninvasive techniques to find out more and more about preserved corpses from around the world. 03.20.2009
Molecular biologist Sean Carroll shows how evolution happens, one snippet of DNA at a time 02.19.2009
Our species—and individual races—have recently made big evolutionary changes to adjust to new pressures. 02.09.2009
The future of Homo sapiens, genetic proof of evolution, the next Galapagos, and more. 02.04.2009
Ancient computers, evolving the perfect canoe, the "hobbit" smackdown, and more. 12.28.2008
Neanderthals were a sophisticated bunch, according to new research. 12.21.2008
Several studies sharpen the picture of life and migration through the Arctic and into the New World. 12.21.2008
What is now sparsely populated jungle held large urban settlements hundreds of years ago. 12.20.2008
One in six teachers say they believe the earth is 6,000 years old. 12.15.2008
The animals have the right to life and protection from harmful research practices. 12.10.2008
Darwinian-style evolution pushes cultural change, a new paper argues. 12.10.2008
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