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Which way 'out of Africa'?

Researchers find fossil river channels in Libya with a distinctly volcanic signature, supporting the theory that monsoon rains fueled rivers to the Mediterranean. The discovery provides an alternative route for early human migrations out of sub-Saharan Africa.

Dawn of human matrilineal diversity

A team of researchers analyzed 600 complete mtDNA genomes from indigenous populations across Africa to discover the early demographic history of human populations before they moved out of Africa. The study reveals that these early human populations were small and isolated for tens of thousands of years.

Early humans wore 'shoes' 30,000 years ago

Researchers found early humans started using supportive footwear around 26,000 years ago to reduce toe bone strength. This change was likely caused by the introduction of protective footwear, which reduced the roll of the little toes and weakened them over time.

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Stone tools reveal ancient seafood diet

A new study of ancient stone tools in Eritrea reveals that early humans harvested seafood in Africa around 125,000 years ago. The discovery suggests a widespread adaptive strategy in early human behavior that spread across the continent between 115,000 and 125,000 years ago.