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Secrets of Dragon Man: Exploring Homo Longi and Human Evolution

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Overview

Explore the fascinating world of human evolution in this 39-minute video featuring Professor Chris Stringer, a renowned researcher in human origins at the Natural History Museum in London. Delve into the mysterious discovery of Homo longi, also known as Dragon Man, one of the newest human species findings. Learn about Professor Stringer's background, the incredible story behind the Dragon Man skull, and the coexistence of various hominid species. Discover the cutting-edge technique of proteomics and its potential to revolutionize our understanding of human evolution beyond DNA analysis. Investigate the fate of extinct hominid species and gain insights into upcoming projects in the field of paleoanthropology. This informative discussion covers a range of topics, from the origins of Homo sapiens to the latest research methodologies, providing a comprehensive overview of current developments in human evolution studies.

Syllabus

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Chris' background
The story of Dragon Man
Co-existing hominids
Proteomics
Where did all the hominids go?
Upcoming projects

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Evolution Soup

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