Bringing Stone Age genomic material back to life

Scientific breakthroughs will enable exploration of Earth’s biochemical past, with hopes of discovering new therapeutic molecules.

Christy DeSmith • harvard
May 4, 2023 • ~6 min

Study explains early humans ate starch — and why it matters

Findings on Neanderthal oral microbiomes offer new clues on evolution, health.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
May 10, 2021 • ~8 min

Ancient tooth tarter provides glimpse into early trade and menu items

Scientists study ancient human teeth to learn about their surprising diet.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
March 22, 2021 • ~7 min

Genetic research offers insight into rise of first cities

Genomic analysis shows long-term genetic mixing in West Asia before the rise of the world’s first cities

Juan Siliezar • harvard
May 29, 2020 • ~8 min

Researcher looks at plaque to gain insight about the past

Christina Warinner says ancient dental plaque offers insights into diets, disease, dairying, and women’s roles of the period.

Peter Reuell • harvard
Nov. 19, 2019 • ~11 min

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