Explore the fascinating question of human uniqueness in this thought-provoking lecture by geneticist and science communicator Dr. Adam Rutherford. Delve into the paradox of human biology being indistinct from all life, yet our perception of ourselves as special beings. Discover how many traits once considered exclusively human are shared by other species, including communication, tool use, and non-reproductive sex. Examine the evolution of human culture and its unparalleled complexity in nature. Learn about the interconnectedness of all life on Earth, spanning four billion years and encompassing a billion species. Gain insights into the latest scientific understanding of what truly sets humans apart in the animal kingdom.
Overview
Syllabus
What Makes Us Human? - with Adam Rutherford
Taught by
The Royal Institution
