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How Homo naledi got into the Dinaledi Chamber
New research from Dirk van Rooyen gives the most detailed look ever at the entry path into the deepest parts of the Rising Star cave system.
Apr 15 • 
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How Homo naledi got into the Dinaledi Chamber
Flexed burials on the right: A sign of Neanderthal-modern exchange?
New work at a site of similar age to Skhūl and Qafzeh suggests cultural sharing among groups of different biological ancestry.
Apr 5 • 
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Flexed burials on the right: A sign of Neanderthal-modern exchange?
Research highlight: Burials by Homo naledi
After two years of intense reviews and revision, the work on burial evidence from this ancient hominin finds acceptance.
Mar 30 • 
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New evidence is revealing the ages of death, birth, and menarche in Neandertals
Analysis of dental cementum is yielding new insights into the ages when ancient people faced significant physiological stresses.
Mar 19, 2023 • 
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New evidence is revealing the ages of death, birth, and menarche in Neandertals
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