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An ancient church on an even more ancient prehistoric tumulus. An Iron Age thalassocracy. A town where the kings of Croatia were crowned. And one of the most photogenic spots in Dalmatia.

Welcome to St Nicholas, Nin.

https://kapjasa.si/en/goddesses-inside-saints-above-st-nicholas-nin-croatia/

#kiteaerialphotography #history #Nin #church #tumulus #prehistory #Liburnia Dalmatia #Croatia #Romanesque #Rome #kite

Great!

#woman #prehistory #comics

https://www.science.org/content/article/comic-drawing-women-prehistory

Rope, twine and thread: Invisible technologies of the Stone Age

https://knowablemagazine.org/content/article/society/2026/prehistory-lost-threads

Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49662246

#HackerNews #RopeTechnology #StoneAge #Prehistory #InvisibleTech #AncientCrafts

Gravure de cheval sur bois de renne
Neschers - Magdalenien
Exposition Trésors de la Préhistoire en Auvergne
Photo Kroko pour Hominides.com
https://www.hominides.com/tresors-de-la-prehistoire-en-auvergne/
#gravure #engraved #magdalenien #magdalenian #artmobilier #mobilart #neschers#puydedome #volcan #tartaret #auvergne #tresordelaprehistoireenauvergne #clermondferrand #exposition #boisderenne #
reindeerantler #paleolithique #paleolithic #préhistoire #prehistory

Gravure de cheval sur bois de renne
Neschers - Magdalenien
Exposition Trésors de la Préhistoire en Auvergne
Photo Kroko pour Hominides.com
https://www.hominides.com/tresors-de-la-prehistoire-en-auvergne/
#gravure #engraved #magdalenien #magdalenian #artmobilier #mobilart #neschers#puydedome #volcan #tartaret #auvergne #tresordelaprehistoireenauvergne #clermondferrand #exposition #boisderenne #
reindeerantler #paleolithique #paleolithic #préhistoire #prehistory

Gravure de cheval sur bois de renne
Neschers - Magdalenien
Exposition Trésors de la Préhistoire en Auvergne
Photo Kroko pour Hominides.com
https://www.hominides.com/tresors-de-la-prehistoire-en-auvergne/
#gravure #engraved #magdalenien #magdalenian #artmobilier #mobilart #neschers#puydedome #volcan #tartaret #auvergne #tresordelaprehistoireenauvergne #clermondferrand #exposition #boisderenne #
reindeerantler #paleolithique #paleolithic #préhistoire #prehistory

Gravure de cheval sur bois de renne
Neschers - Magdalenien
Exposition Trésors de la Préhistoire en Auvergne
Photo Kroko pour Hominides.com
https://www.hominides.com/tresors-de-la-prehistoire-en-auvergne/
#gravure #engraved #magdalenien #magdalenian #artmobilier #mobilart #neschers#puydedome #volcan #tartaret #auvergne #tresordelaprehistoireenauvergne #clermondferrand #exposition #boisderenne #
reindeerantler #paleolithique #paleolithic #préhistoire #prehistory

Gravure de cheval sur bois de renne
Neschers - Magdalenien
Exposition Trésors de la Préhistoire en Auvergne
Photo Kroko pour Hominides.com
https://www.hominides.com/tresors-de-la-prehistoire-en-auvergne/
#gravure #engraved #magdalenien #magdalenian #artmobilier #mobilart #neschers#puydedome #volcan #tartaret #auvergne #tresordelaprehistoireenauvergne #clermondferrand #exposition #boisderenne #
reindeerantler #paleolithique #paleolithic #préhistoire #prehistory

Visit, if you dare, the ruins of an eldritch settlement in the archipelago beyond Khitai, dating back to soon after the end of the Hyborian Age. #prehistory #Jomon https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/japan/aomori/jomon-sannai-maruyama/?s=mc

Visit, if you dare, the ruins of an eldritch settlement in the archipelago beyond Khitai, dating back to soon after the end of the Hyborian Age. #prehistory #Jomon https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/japan/aomori/jomon-sannai-maruyama/?s=mc

Visit, if you dare, the ruins of an eldritch settlement in the archipelago beyond Khitai, dating back to soon after the end of the Hyborian Age. #prehistory #Jomon https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/japan/aomori/jomon-sannai-maruyama/?s=mc

Visit, if you dare, the ruins of an eldritch settlement in the archipelago beyond Khitai, dating back to soon after the end of the Hyborian Age. #prehistory #Jomon https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/japan/aomori/jomon-sannai-maruyama/?s=mc

Visit, if you dare, the ruins of an eldritch settlement in the archipelago beyond Khitai, dating back to soon after the end of the Hyborian Age. #prehistory #Jomon https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/japan/aomori/jomon-sannai-maruyama/?s=mc

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/pierre-tourneresse/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/pierre-tourneresse/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/pierre-tourneresse/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/pierre-tourneresse/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/pierre-tourneresse/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/giverny-dolmen/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/giverny-dolmen/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/giverny-dolmen/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/giverny-dolmen/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/giverny-dolmen/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/provence-megaliths/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/provence-megaliths/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/provence-megaliths/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/provence-megaliths/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Cave paintings were discovered in Lascaux, #France, OTD in 1940 https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/france/provence-megaliths/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Gene That Differs Between Humans and Neanderthals Could Shed Light On The Species Disappearance Mouse Study Suggests

https://onlinemarketingscoops.com/2026/08/28/gene-that-differs-between-humans-and-neanderthals-could-shed-light-on-the-species-disappearance-mouse-study-suggests/

Are Colorado Moose Invasive? New Research Says NO
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https://www.colorado.edu/asmagazine/2026/06/18/are-colorado-moose-invasive-new-research-says-no <-- shared technical article
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https://youtu.be/orpLT22YnKQ?si=aThWWjMhKOUELwuv <-- shared overview video
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https://doi.org/10.1111/jbi.70279 <-- shared paper
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“The modern Colorado moose is often considered just that: modern - brought to the state by wildlife officials in the late 1970s, preceded by very occasional reports of moose sightings in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Since being translocated to Colorado, these charismatic megafauna have been a source of both fascination and concern. In Rocky Mountain National Park [RMNP], where moose populations have thrived, ecosystems have been changing, and moose-associated impacts have sparked renewed conversations about managing an animal labeled “non-native.”
However, newly published research [link above] by an interdisciplinary team of scientists, archivists and Tribal cultural heritage leaders shows that the “non-native” label is inaccurate. They present evidence demonstrating that moose have been in Colorado for at least centuries and likely longer.
The researchers analyzed newspaper archives, archaeological site reports, scientific journals, museum collections and photo archives to understand where and when moose were present in Colorado prior to the mid-1900s. Perhaps most importantly, notes lead author William Taylor, a University of Colorado Boulder associate professor of anthropology and CU Museum curator of archaeology, the scholars sought Indigenous histories, and in doing so found evidence of moose being well known and deeply integrated into traditional knowledge of Native people in the southern Rockies.
Crystal C’Bearing, a study co-author and Northern Arapaho Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, notes that among the Northern Arapaho, "the moose is considered a valued commodity among the Tribe.” She adds that societies within the Northern Arapaho "utilize many animals, including moose, in their clothing, society items and regalia. This tradition continues today."
The scholarly approach of joining Indigenous knowledge with historical accounts, archaeology and paleontology, "shows the power of multiple independent lines of evidence converging on the conclusion that moose were part of southern Rocky Mountain ecosystems long before modern reintroductions," says study co-author Jonathan Dombrosky of Crow Canyon Archaeological Center and the University of Alabama. "More broadly, the study demonstrates how historical sciences can help us better understand the origins of modern ecosystems and make more informed decisions about their future…"
#moose #populations #Colorado #USA #native #invasive #introduced #nonnative #translocated #megafauna #herbivore #ungulate #impacts #ecosystems #environment #vegetation #native #indigenous #tribal #FirstNation #archaeology #paleontology #symbology #reporting #historicalscience #history #RockyMountain #Rockies #regional #prehistory #Holocene #biogeography #archaeozoological #modern #premodern #management #archivists

They didn’t bathe, seriously?

By Cliff Potts, CSO, and Editor-in-Chief of WPS News

Baybay City, Leyte, Philippines — June 24, 2026

Modern portrayals of early humans tend to follow a familiar pattern: dirty faces, tangled hair, and a general look of permanent neglect. It is a visual shorthand used across documentaries, films, and illustrations. The assumption is simple—if they lived before modern sanitation, they must have been unclean. That assumption is convenient. It is also likely incomplete.

Early humans lived in close proximity to water sources. Archaeological and anthropological evidence consistently shows that settlements formed near rivers, lakes, and coastal environments. Water was not only essential for survival but central to daily activity. This raises a basic question: if water was readily available, why assume it was only used for drinking?

There is no direct written record describing hygiene practices from 20,000 years ago. However, indirect evidence suggests that early humans were not indifferent to cleanliness. Stone tools used for scraping hides indicate an understanding of material preparation and maintenance. The same cognitive processes that led to tool refinement likely extended to personal care. Grooming is not a modern invention—it is observed across many animal species as a basic behavioral trait.

Comparative anthropology offers additional insight. Contemporary and historically recent hunter-gatherer societies—often used as reference points—frequently incorporate bathing into daily routines when water is available. In tropical and temperate climates alike, washing in rivers or streams is common practice. There is no clear reason to assume that earlier humans, facing similar environmental conditions, would behave differently.

The argument that early humans were “too busy surviving” to maintain hygiene overlooks how survival actually works. Activities such as foraging, tool-making, and social interaction were not continuous states of emergency. Periods of rest and recovery were built into daily life. Water sources, in particular, would have served as natural gathering points—places not only for drinking but for cooling off, cleaning, and social interaction.

There is also a physiological dimension. Removing dirt, parasites, and irritants from the skin has clear health benefits. Even without modern knowledge of bacteria, early humans would have recognized the relief associated with washing. Behavioral reinforcement—feeling better after cleaning—does not require scientific explanation to become habitual.

The persistent image of the perpetually dirty early human may say more about modern assumptions than about prehistoric reality. It reflects a tendency to equate technological simplicity with personal neglect. In doing so, it overlooks the adaptability and observational intelligence that defined early human survival.

We do not have direct evidence that early humans bathed regularly. We also do not have evidence that they avoided it. What we do have is a consistent pattern: humans, across time and environment, use available resources in ways that improve comfort and health. Water was available. The rest follows logically.

English writer John Aubrey, who died OTD in 1697, was a pioneer archaeologist, who recorded (often for the first time) numerous megalithic and other field monuments in southern #England, especially #Avebury https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/uk/avebury/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

RE: https://mas.to/@Bracco_JP/116437013046549908

My prehistory lab, the LAMPEA in Aix-en-Provence, is hiring a #PhD candidate on this truly fascinating topic. English speaking candidates are welcome, and the area ain't a bad place to stay :)

#FediHire #Prehistory #Archaeology #Sahul #AgentBasedModelling #Anthropology #JobAd #Research #Science

English writer John Aubrey, born OTD in 1626, was a pioneer archaeologist, who recorded (often for the first time) numerous megalithic and other field monuments in southern #England, especially #Avebury https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/uk/avebury/?s=mb #travel #prehistory

Scientists Identify the World’s Oldest Rock Art in an Indonesian Cave.

Discovered in Indonesia, the world’s oldest rock art is 67,800 years old and reveals new clues about the migration of the first humans to Australia.

Read more: https://omniletters.com/scientists-identify-the-worlds-oldest-rock-art-in-an-indonesian-cave/

#Archaeology #RockArt #AncientHistory #HumanEvolution #Prehistory #Indonesia #CaveArt #EarlyHumans #Anthropology #ScienceNews #ArchaeologicalDiscovery #WorldHistory

I loved Jurassic Park movie back in 1993 but never read the book since I'm so into other genres, but now I'm considering to buy the book and read it before watch the movie again. Should I?

#Books #BookReader #Reader #BookAddict #MichaelCrichton #Prehistory #ScienceFiction

I loved Jurassic Park movie back in 1993 but never read the book since I'm so into other genres, but now I'm considering to buy the book and read it before watch the movie again. Should I?

#Books #BookReader #Reader #BookAddict #MichaelCrichton #Prehistory #ScienceFiction

The Echo of a Hand Across Millennia: Decoding the Cave Hand Stencil 

Introduction

Imagine the dim glow of flickering firelight, casting dancing shadows on rough cave walls, thousands of years before history began. In the silence, broken only by the gentle breath of a painter, a hand presses against the cool, damp stone. A cloud of red ochre pigment fills the air, settling around the hand to leave a lasting imprint. This humble act resonates through time, speaking volumes across countless generations. The hand stencil, a ghostly echo from our distant ancestors, represents humanity’s earliest attempt at permanence—a poignant declaration: I was here. These timeless marks, etched in caves worldwide, whisper of identity, presence, and belonging, inviting us to imagine the lives, dreams, and stories of those who came before.

Creation and Technique

Creating a hand stencil required careful preparation and delicate execution. Artists mixed powdered ochre or manganese with binding agents such as animal fats or saliva, creating a vivid, lasting pigment. Hollow bone tubes, reeds, or even direct blowing through pursed lips were used to spray this mixture onto cave surfaces, leaving negative hand impressions as the pigment settled around the outstretched fingers and palm (Pike et al., 2012). Positive stencils, conversely, involved coating the hand directly with pigment and pressing firmly onto the rock. The skill and care in producing these artworks suggest the artists were respected community members entrusted with  preserving their group’s identity.

Geographical Distribution

The universality of hand stencils spans continents and millennia, connecting disparate groups through a shared expression of humanity: – El Castillo Cave, Spain (approximately 40,800 years old), where stencils offer a vivid glimpse into the artistic traditions of Europe’s earliest inhabitants (Pike et al., 2012). – Leang Timpuseng Cave, Indonesia (around 39,900 years old), highlighting the global reach of this simple yet profound gesture (Aubert et al., 2014). – Cueva de las Manos, Argentina (circa 11,000 to 7,500 BCE), bearing witness to the enduring legacy of hunter-gatherer communities (UNESCO, 1999). – Maltravieso Cave, Spain (66,700 years old, Neanderthal), pushing back the boundaries of our understanding of human creativity and symbolism (Hoffmann et al., 2018). 

Anthropological and Cognitive Significance

Hand stencils offer anthropologists a rare glimpse into the minds of early humans, revealing their cognitive sophistication and symbolic capabilities. Jean Clottes (2016) interprets these markings as powerful symbolic dialogues, possibly connecting humans with spiritual worlds or ancestors. Such interpretations illuminate the complex, multi-layered meanings embedded in these ancient symbols, suggesting hand stencils were not mere decorations but deeply intentional expressions of identity, spirituality, and community bonds.

Makers of the Marks

The diversity among hand stencil creators adds depth to our understanding of prehistoric societies. Morphometric studies indicate that women and children were significant contributors, evident from the varying sizes and proportions of handprints in sites like Pech Merle and Rouffignac Cave, France (Van Gelder & Sharpe, 2009). Indeed, roughly one-quarter of known stencils were crafted by young hands, suggesting these caves were inclusive spaces of communal gathering, learning, and cultural transmission (Guthrie, 2005). The presence of young artists underscores the social nature of cave art, where cultural heritage and knowledge passed seamlessly across generations. 

Symbolic Meanings

Hand stencils often carry deeper symbolic meanings, frequently depicted with intentional missing fingers, possibly signifying complex communication methods, ritualistic practices, or symbolic gestures of sacrifice and belonging (Snow, 2006). At Gargas Cave, the repeated appearance of such stencils implies deliberate artistic choice rather than accidental loss or injury, hinting at a sophisticated form of proto-communication or ritual symbolism (Groenen, 2016). These enigmatic symbols provoke endless curiosity and interpretation, inviting us to explore ancient societies’ profound yet mysterious belief systems. 

Neanderthal Artists

The revelation of Neanderthal-created hand stencils at Maltravieso Cave drastically reshapes our understanding of these ancient relatives. Dating to approximately 66,700 years ago, these artworks predate modern human presence in Europe, demonstrating Neanderthals’ capability for abstract thought, artistic expression, and symbolic communication (Hoffmann et al., 2018). This discovery challenges long-standing stereotypes, positioning Neanderthals as sophisticated beings with complex social structures, rituals, and creative traditions—indelibly marking their legacy within humanity’s shared heritage. 

Personal Reflection and Modern Resonance

Handprints transcend historical and cultural divides, resonating deeply within modern consciousness through their universal symbolism of identity and continuity. Today, a child’s handprint evokes a profound emotional connection, bridging the vast temporal gap between ourselves and our ancestors. As parents guide their children’s hands onto clay or paper, they unknowingly echo the same intimate gesture practiced thousands of years earlier in shadowy caves. This continuity reflects humanity’s enduring quest for meaning, connection, and permanence, uniting generations through shared gestures of presence and belonging.

Conclusion

Hand stencils serve as timeless symbols of humanity’s deepest needs: recognition, belonging, storytelling, and community. These simple marks assert presence, convey complex meanings beyond language, and profoundly connect us to our earliest ancestors. They invite modern observers to reflect on our shared humanity and the eternal impulse to leave a mark upon the world, asserting with silent dignity: We are here.

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Aubert, M., Pike, A. W. G., & Stringer, C. (2014). Pleistocene cave art from Sulawesi, Indonesia. Nature, 514(7521), 223–227. https://doi.org/10.1038/nature13422

Bednarik, R. G. (2008). Children as Pleistocene artists. Rock Art Research, 25(2), 173–182. https://www.academia.edu/1443733/Children_as_Pleistocene_artists

Clottes, J. (2016). What is Paleolithic Art? (D. Coltman, Trans.). University of Chicago Press.

D’Errico, F., & Vanhaeren, M. (2017). Hand to mouth: The origins of symbolic behaviour seen through the study of dental wear and artefacts. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, 372(1725), 20160377. https://doi.org/10.1098/rstb.2016.0377

Groenen, M. (2016). Handprints and fingerprints in rock art. Arts, 5(1), 1–12. https://doi.org/10.3390/arts5010007

Guthrie, R. D. (2005). The Nature of Paleolithic Art. University of Chicago Press.

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#AncientHumans #Anthropology #ArchaeologicalFinds #Archaeology #ArtHistory #CaveArt #DeepHistory #EarlyHumans #HandStencils #HumanOrigins #HumanStory #NeanderthalArt #Paleoanthropology #PaleolithicArt #Prehistory #RockArt #ScienceCommunication #SymbolicArt #WorldOfPaleoanthropology #archaeology #evolution #history #Science

Gefühl ist alles - 5000 Jahre sind Schall und Rauch.

Steinzeitmädchen mit Ziehspielzeug auf einer Schautafel am #Lautariusgrab bei #Metze:

Girl with Balloon in der Grebengasse in #Fritzlar:

Hinten links der Giebel eines Fachwerkhauses und die Turmspitzen des Doms:

Der Baumkronenhimmel über dem Lautariusgrab im Stadtwald von #Gudensberg.

#myphoto, #TourDeChattengau

Gefühl ist alles;
5000 Jahre sind Schall und Rauch,
Umnebelnd Himmelsglut.
#FaustByGoethe, Vers 3456 - 3458

Feeling is all;
5000 years are sound and smoke,
beclouding Heaven’s glow.
Translated by #PeterSalm

Le sentiment est tout,
5000 ans ne sont que bruit et fumée,
qui nous voile l’éclat des cieux.
Traduit par #GérardDeNerval

#Banksy, #GirlWithBalloon, #graffiti, #Wartberg-Kultur, #Steinzeit, #StoneAge, #Archäologie, #archeology, #Vorgeschichte, #Prehistory, #Foto, #photo, #Natur, #nature, #Radtour, #biking, #Schwalm-Eder-Kreis, #Nordhessen, #Hessen, #fedibikes, @fedibikes_de, @fedibikes

Das #Lautariusgrab nahe #Niedenstein - #Metze im Stadtwald von #Gudensberg, entstanden im Zeitraum 3500–3000 v. Chr., ist ein prähistorisches Kulturdenkmal der jungsteinzeitlichen #Wartberg-Kultur.

Es führen viele Wege zum Lautariusgrab:

#myphoto, #Chattengau, #TourDeChattengau

de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lautariu…

#SilentSunday, #Radtour, #biking, #Schwalm-Eder-Kreis, #Nordhessen, #Archäologie, #archeology, #Vorgeschichte, #Prehistory, #Jungsteinzeit, #Neolithic

New Scientist
Our ancestors may have come close to extinction 900,000 years ago

A genetic analysis suggests our ancestral population fell as low as around 1300 individuals nearly a million years ago, but other experts aren't convinced
The population of our ancestors may have plummeted to as low as 1300 around 900,000 years ago, possibly as a result of our ancestral species splitting from other early humans.

https://www.newscientist.com/article/2390124-our-ancestors-may-have-come-close-to-extinction-900000-years-ago/?utm_source=pocket-newtab-en-gb&_ptid=%7Bkpdx%7DAAAAv2_xt2fzhAoKcmJhNGYxWmNwZRIQbG0zaXF6dmdqNmM5cnhuYhoMRVhMRlE5SEFCMVVTIiUxODIwYjNvMDg0LTAwMDAzMmlyYXNiOTFxY2llOXByMzE0cWk0KhtzaG93VGVtcGxhdGU1RUpQUFpNQlY3OVExMzYwAToMT1RZNkM3MjZBN1EyQg1PVFZDMU1QVTFCM081UhJ2LYUA8BZsaDBudDFrb3laCzg0LjE3LjUyLjIwYgNkbGZorMXXpwZwC3gE

#EarlyHumans #anthropology #prehistory

@IrwinFletcher0 @seeme @mikemadrid -
... Crocheting is off-topic, or the LGBTQ+ site says NO to pro-#DeathWithDignity posts.

Basically, NO site other than a general-purpose site, is friendly to all my interests and posts.
#Democrat #Atheist #EMPATHY #Science #HumanRights #CivilRights #ProChoice #DeathWithDignity #WinWinGlobalTrade #WelcomeMigrants #FreePalestine #StopPutin #SlavaUkraini #Ukraine #FreeKurdistan #RejoinEU #lgbtAlly #History #PreHistory #Economics #Finance #CyptoScam

#introduction 😀 .. and probably getting everything wrong 😬 !
Prof of #HumanEvolution at Cambridge, interested in all things #Evolution #Prehistory #Palaeontology #Archaeology, particularly relating to the #Pleistocene of #Africa and #HumanDiversity globally. Current project #ERC #Ngipalajem - exploring Quaternary human and other animals' evolution in East Africa. Our excavations are mostly in #Turkana, #Kenya