evolution

Hollywood has created an idea of aliens that doesn’t match the science.

Animals are adapting all the time these days to stay out of our way.

Human brains evolved for creativity. We just have to learn how to access it.

The ocean’s largest shark relies on vision more than previously believed.

A team of scientists in Basel believes this will open up new lines of research.

Batrachopus grandis, an ancient crocodylomorph, may have chased down land prey on its own two feet.

A new study finds surprising evidence of the self-domestication of urban foxes.

Scientists think an insect similar to the modern millipede crawled around Scotland 425 million years ago, making it the first-ever land-dweller.

Why do some people still believe that behavior is caused solely by genes or environment? A new paper offers some answers.

The discovery may change what we know about early humans in Europe.

Non-avian dinosaurs were thought terrestrially bound, but newly unearthed fossils suggest they conquered prehistoric waters, too.

It’s likely the most complete skeleton that’s ever been discovered of the strange Gondwanatheria mammal group, which roamed the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana alongside dinosaurs.

A new study finds evidence of an important neural speech pathway in macaques.

The Sahara is a harsh environment today. It used to be much, much, worse.

Research shows how “aha moments” affect the brain and cause the evolution of creativity.

How can we promote the creation of new neurons – and why is it so important?

Here’s how to exercise your curiosity and truly experience the world.

With lizard-like eyes and sharp teeth, this strange creature was likely smaller than your thumb.

The oldest known cave-dwelling arthropods have been discovered preserved in amber.

Some fish evolved legs and walked onto the land. Right?

It’s possible to seek equality without seeking sameness.

It’s the first time scientists have discovered an animal that doesn’t perform aerobic respiration.

New research shows how Americans feel about genetic engineering, human enhancement and automation.

A new dinosaur species related to Tyrannosaurs found in Canada.

The bonding experience is promoted by important neurological changes.

University of Utah research finds that men are especially well suited for fisticuffs.

The relatively quick evolution of nine unusual shark species has scientists intrigued.

Evolution steered humans toward pair bonding to ensure the survival of genes. But humans tend to get restless.

Can our bodies tell the difference between recorded violence and real life danger?

What a group of orphaned elephants can teach us about emotion and learned social skills.