Neanderthals

Scientists discover oldest Neanderthal engravings ever found

The finding in France involves a series of non-figurative markings on the wall, which the team interpreted as finger-flutings, marks made by human hands.

Neanderthal genes still affect modern-day humans - study

Though Neanderthals have been extinct for tens of thousands of years, their genetics still make up anywhere from 1% to 4% of the human genome.

16/06/2023

Modern human noses may be inherited from Neanderthals - study

Scientists found that the shape of human's nose may be inherited from Neanderthals and may have helped humans adapt to cooler climates after leaving Africa.

New archeological evidence suggests Homo sapiens settled Europe in waves - study

How did humans arrive and settle in Europe, and how did they interact with the Neanderthals who were already there?

New study discovers eight new prehistoric human groups

It unveils important changes in the genetic makeup of some regions following major climate changes,” - Ludovic Orlando, a molecular archaeologist.

Iran may be a hotspot of Neanderthal archaeology - study

Researchers used geographical data systems, with bio-geographical data inputs, to uncover routes that Neanderthals would have likely taken.

Neanderthals hunted, butchered elephants, study reveals

The evidence comes from the Neumark-Nord 1 site near Halle, Germany, where 3,122 bones, tusks, and teeth have been found.

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