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Evolutionary Anthropology

Chimpanzees build beds in trees for a comfy night’s rest. Our closest animal relatives, chimpanzees sleep an average of 11.5 hours a night, whereas humans snooze for just seven hours. Photo courtesy of Kathelijne Koops, University of Zurich, Switzerlan

December 14, 2015

Humans Evolved for Better Sleep In Less Time

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October 27, 2015

Vanessa Woods: How smart is Fido?

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October 18, 2015

Memorial Service for Former Trinity Dean Ernestine Friedl Set for Oct. 23

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September 17, 2015

Curious dog owners prove researchers' best friend

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September 16, 2015

Citizen Scientists Contribute to Dog Research

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September 11, 2015

Steven Churchill : ‘My mind is absolutely blown’ over human ancestor discovery

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September 11, 2015

Steven Churchill comments: Homo naledi is related to me how?

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September 10, 2015

Steve Churchill comments: This face changes the human story

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August 26, 2015

Monkeys can work out complex math to get food

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August 25, 2015

Meerkat Matriarch Carries Many Burdens

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July 23, 2015

Too much stress sends some dogs into a tailspin

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July 21, 2015

We love our dogs: Study shows bond is same as with kids

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July 21, 2015

Stress ‘Sweet Spot’ Differs for Mellow vs. Hyper Dogs

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July 3, 2015

Old World Monkey Had Tiny, Complex Brain

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May 29, 2015

Brian Hare starts petition: Chimpanzees in Liberia, used in New York Blood Center research, face uncertain future

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May 13, 2015

Valerie Ashby to Become Arts & Sciences Dean

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