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How Physics Can Measure Human Evolution

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Explore how physics contributes to measuring the tempo and mode of human evolution in this comprehensive lecture. Delve into the reconstruction of human history through the characterization of hominid fossils, cultural artifacts, and ancient environments. Learn about dating methods based on radioactivity that provide reliable chronologies for periods relevant to human evolution. Discover how advanced X-ray and neutron microscopes enable the reconstruction of internal microstructures in bones and teeth, allowing for 'virtual' histological analyses. Examine the use of ions, lasers, and synchrotron radiation microprobes in creating elemental and isotopic maps of tooth enamel to study diet and biological development. Gain insights from Claudio Tuniz of the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics in Trieste, Italy, as he presents cutting-edge techniques in physics that are revolutionizing our understanding of human evolution.

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PHYSICS MATTERS: How Physics Can Measure Human Evolution


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