Human Evolution

Descent of Man

Unraveling Our Innate Desire for Improvement

Discover the evolutionary and neurological roots of our innate desire for improvement. Learn how this drive, balanced with our sense of fairness, has propelled human progress and shaped our societies, and explore the challenges and opportunities it presents for our future.

Why Is “The Missing Link” Still Missing?

Discover how Australopithecus Sediba, a 2-million-year-old hominin, challenges old notions of human evolution. Learn about its unique features, the misconceptions surrounding the "missing link," and how this fossil contributes to our understanding of the complex, branching nature of human origins.

How Lactose Tolerance Shaped Human History

Discover the fascinating evolution of lactose tolerance in European populations. Learn how the ability to digest milk beyond infancy became a crucial survival advantage, reshaping human genetics in just a few thousand years, and explore its implications for modern nutrition, health, and cultural practices.