A detailed explanation of the evolutionary timeline, starting from the very first primates all the way to us modern humans.

"Our history is far richer and more complex than we imagined," said human evolutionary geneticist Aylwyn Scally.

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For decades, it's been thought Homo sapiens first appeared in Africa around ... reveal an intriguing hidden chapter in human evolution. Beyond human ancestry, the researchers say their method ...

Meet your ancient relatives, trace the origins and evolution of our species, and explore what makes us human. Embark on a seven-million-year journey, from the first hominins to the last surviving ...

Our Human Evolution gallery explores the origins of Homo sapiens, tracing our lineage since it split from that of our closest living relatives, the chimpanzee and the bonobo. Gallery developer Jenny ...

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"The question of where we come from is one that has fascinated humans for centuries," said first author Dr Trevor ... may have played a crucial role in human evolution," said Cousins.