Tag Archives: Human

Why is the Word ‘Science’ Not Good Enough for the AAA?

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Carl Feagans

I recently caught a New York Times article about this and thought I’d share just briefly. The American Anthropological Association recently revised it’s Long Range Plan, removing all mention of the word “science” and replacing it with softer, feel-good terminology. … Continue reading →

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Application of Cognitive Archaeology

Posted on May 15, 2010 by Carl Feagans

Patterns of thought can be effectively inferred from the material remains of the past. Nicholas Toth[1] conducted experiments in flintknapping in which he discovered patterns he proposed as evidence of right-handedness in hominids reaching into the archaeological record as far … Continue reading →

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The Best of Anthro? Me?

Posted on January 12, 2009 by Carl Feagans

Image via Wikipedia If you’ve never visited Neuroanthropology, you’re missing a great anthro-blog! The WordPress theme they use is pleasant to the eye and the content is stimulating for the brain in a wonderful blend of neuroscience and anthropology. Daniel … Continue reading →

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