Humans : Science World Report

Apr 22, 2014 09:11 AM EDT

Scientists Discover New Clues to Ancient Human Migration Out of Africa

More than a hundred thousand years ago, our ancient, modern ancestors began to migrate out of Africa. Now, scientists have found new clues when it comes to the route that they took, revealing how humans eventually spread across the world.

Feb 22, 2014 03:01 PM EST

Humans and Dogs Use Same Brain Region to Appeal to Others’ Emotions

Have you ever fell victim to your dog giving you the classic “puppy face”? I’m sure many of us have. But have you actually wondered how they were able to manipulate you into giving them that treat or going outside with them to play? A new study may have answers for us.

Feb 18, 2014 01:43 PM EST

First Impressions Remain Dominant in Humans: How Blind Dates Go Sour

Have you ever been on a first date that went so terribly wrong you vowed to never see that person again? You may not be alone. It turns out that people tend to cling to first impressions and have a tough time getting over them.

Feb 15, 2014 02:09 PM EST

Obesity Linked to Gut Microbes in Humans Living in Cold Regions

From an evolutionary biology perspective, causes and factors of obesity could be related to adapting to different environmental conditions. A study conducted by researchers at the University of California Berkeley and the University of Arizona Tucson has unveiled relative historical information.

Feb 07, 2014 01:01 PM EST

Humans Eat Because of Hunger, Not for Nutritional Nourishment

Although the main function of eating is to fulfill our nutritional needs, a study conducted by the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in Boston has found that mere hunger is the real reason humans seek food.