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Science Communication

Science Communication

In English

Articles

Racing the clock

My friend Erika Freeman and I wrote a story for Science Magazine, discussing the challenges posed by the academic system on women's reproductive decisions (or options!).

Societies of Perpetual Movement

I wrote an article for Aeon Magazine on why societies, throughout history, have refused to become sedentary, and the importance of mobility in human evolution.

Celebrity Status Almost Ruined Ancient DNA Research

I wrote an article for SAPIENS magazine on how the history and celebrity status of ancient DNA research, since its origins has shaped the workings of the scientific industry.

Did Humanity Really Arise in One Place?

I wrote an article for SAPIENS magazine on how recent archaeological, genetic and paleoenvironmental evicence has forced us to rethink the origins of our species.

In English

Podcasts and Interviews

Hunting, Gathering, and the Fluidity of Gender Roles

I wrote and recorded a podcast episode for Sapiens Magazine where I talk with Prof Karen Kramer about the origins and evolution of division of labour in hunter-gatherer societies, and its implications for understanding gender roles.

Did we evolve to live in small groups?

I was interviewed by Ilari Mäkela for the On Humans podcast where we discussed my experiences among hunter-gatherers, what a mobile lifestyle might mean to them, and what we are beginning to learn about the ways in which these societies live, and thrive.

The Early Human Social Network

I was interviewed for American Scientist's special issue on how simulations can address humanity's biggest questions, and discussed how computational modelling (including our own work) has advanced the study of Human Evolution.

The Early Human Social Network

An extended version of my interview published in American Scientist is also available as a podcast.

En español

Artículos

¿Surgió realmente la humanidad en un solo lugar?

Traduje y publiqué mi artículo para la revista SAPIENS en español (mi lengua nativa).