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Science & Technology

What Is First Nations Chemistry and Why Is It Important?

Aboriginal knowledge of Australia’s natural materials, accumulated over tens of thousands of years, has too often been overshadowed by Western science. By bringing together Indigenous and Western-trained chemists, we can create shared knowledge that benefits all – while promoting greater respect for Indigenous wisdom in the academic world.

Arts & Humanities

How ‘Listening’ to Archaeological Sites Could Shed Light on the Past

Understanding the way in which sounds move through archaeological sites could offer insights into how ancient societies may have organized themselves. The results of field studies applying ‘psychoacoustic’ techniques at an ancient Greek sanctuary show the potential of this approach.

Arts & Humanities

Ancient Ukrainian “Megasites” Might Have Been the World’s First Cities

Recent archaeological research from Ukraine is challenging long-held views on the beginnings of urbanism.

Arts & Humanities

Vom Ursprung des Menschen im Symbolischen: Constantin Rauer im Interview

Was ist der Unterschied zwischen Tier und Mensch? Auf wann lässt sich der Ursprung des Menschen datieren? Und welche Rolle spielte dabei das Symbolische? François Bertemes sprach mit dem Paläophilosophen Constantin Rauer.

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