Institute of Human Origins

Group of Kenyans seated outside looking at a vial someone is holding

Health and medicine

New research indicates effects of PTSD on body vary by culture

Illustrated image of Laetoli and Lucy with mountains in the background

Science and technology

50 years later, international experts discuss importance of 'Lucy' discovery at ASU symposium

April 15, 2024

Dental and jaw x-ray

Health and medicine

New ASU research shows how poor oral health affects the heart, brain

March 20, 2024

Map of Shinfa-Metema 1

Science and technology

Toba super-eruption unveils new insights into early human migration

March 20, 2024

Illustrated image of two heads made up of puzzle pieces facing one another

Science and technology

ASU study says our brains are flexible in choosing a partner, but we look to others for help

March 06, 2024

Artistic rendering of Australopithecus afarensis at Laetoli

Science and technology

'Lucy' discovery turns 50: 'A Year for Human Origins'

January 17, 2024

Chimp surrounded by greenery.

Science and technology

Post-reproductive benefits unclear for chimpanzee 'grandmothers'

October 26, 2023

Sama village on the water.

Arts, humanities and education

Study finds reciprocity is strongest motivator of unique human practice of daily sharing

September 05, 2023

Professor in a white shirt and red tie speaking to students in a classroom.

Law, journalism and politics

Retiring professors pass the torch

August 18, 2023

Man riding a camel at Petra in Jordan.

Arts, humanities and education

Paleoanthropology PhD candidate receives notable NSF grant

August 18, 2023

Professor Kathryn Ranhorn is doing research in Africa this summer.

Arts, humanities and education

Anthropologist prioritizes the people part of research

July 18, 2023