palaeotrails.bsky.social
Palaeoanthropology research group led by @martamlahr.bsky.social combining multiple projects that investigate human evolution, largely focused in the Turkana Basin. Administered by the Ng'ipalajem team
👤 Joined on 28 April 2025
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@palaeotrails.bsky.socialNew proteomics study from Palesa Madupe & colleagues suggests Homo naledi fossils are all female! For over a decade, H. naledi has been making waves in palaeoanthropology. This new data adds a fascinating layer to the mystery, but what questions does it raise? 🧵(1/4) 🔗 www.cell.com/cell/fulltex...
Show PostEvery year, about this time, somewhere deep in the Perigord, it happens. Magdalenian spirit-reindeer awake from their deep, cavern-dark slumber, and take flight. 🦣🦌🎄
Show PostJust published a paper on the lithics from Kabwe. We argue that they're indicative of MSA technology, although they can't be definitevely associated with the fossils. Might help better understand the origins of the MSA and its complex pattern across the continent. link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Show PostWe’re losing so many legends in archaeology. Here is a lovely tribute to Tony Marks, who died in August. He was incredibly encouraging to me, and supported our work revisiting the Nubian technology he first characterised. He will be missed. www.icarehb.com/portfolio/in...
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