Processes in Human Evolution: The journey from early hominins to Neandertals and

Description: Processes in Human Evolution by Francisco J. Ayala, Camilo J. Cela-Conde A comprehensive overview of the latest research in hominid evolution, synthesising data and approaches from fields as diverse as physical anthropology, evolutionary biology, molecular biology, genetics, archaeology, psychology and philosophy. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The discoveries of the last decade have brought about a completely revised understanding of human evolution, due to the recent advances in genetics, palaeontology, ecology, archaeology, geography, and climate science. Written by two leading authorities in the fields of physical anthropology and molecular evolution, Processes in Human Evolution presents a reconsidered overview of hominid evolution, synthesising data and approaches from a range of inter-disciplinary fields. The authors pay particular attention to population migrations, since these are crucial in understanding the origin and dispersion of the different genera and species in each continent, and to the emergence of the lithic cultures and their impact on the evolution of the cognitive capacities.Processes in Human Evolution is intended as a primary textbook for university courses on human evolution, and may also be used as supplementary reading in advanced undergraduate and graduate courses. It is also suitable for interested lay-readers seeking a readable but up-to-date and inclusive treatment of human origins and evolution.This title is available as an eBook. Visit VitalSource for more information or to purchase. Author Biography Francisco J. Ayala is University Professor and Donald Bren Professor of Biological Sciences and Professor of Philosophy at the University of California, Irvine. Prof. Ayala is a member of the National Academy of Sciences, a recipient of the 2001 National Medal of Science, and served as Chair of the Authoring Committee of Science, Evolution, and Creationism. Dr Ayala has received numerous awards, including the 2010 Templeton Prize for exceptional contribution to affirming lifes spiritual dimension and 23 honorary degrees from universities in ten countries. He has been President and Chairman of the Board of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and President of Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Society of the United States. Dr. Ayala has written numerous books and articles about science and religion, including Darwins Gift to Science and Religion (Joseph Henry Press, 2007), Am I a Monkey? (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2010), and The Big Questions. Evolution (Quercus, 2012).Camilo J. Cela-Conde is Senior Professor of the Department of Philosophy, University of Balearic Islands (UIB, Palma de Mallorca, Spain) and Director of the Laboratory of Human Systematics (UIB). He is a member of the Institute of Interdisciplinary Physics and Complex Systems (IFISC), Universidad de las Islas Baleares & Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (Palma de Mallorca and Madrid, Spain), and a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science USA (Biology section). He is also a member of the Center for Academic Research and Teaching in Anthropogeny, Salk Institute and University of California, San Diego (USA), elected in March, 2008. He has leadered several expeditions as follows. Kenya; Expedition to Tugen Hills, Baringo Lake District, year 2005, research on early cultural tools. Tanzania; Expedition to Natron Lake, year 2006, research on Hadza hunter-gatherers behavior. Table of Contents 1: Evolution, Genetics, and Systematics 2: Taxonomy 3: The Origin of Hominins 4: Miocene and Early Pliocene Hominins 5: Middle and Upper Pliocene Hominins 6: The Emergence of the Genus Homo 7: Lithic Traditions: Tool Making 8: Middle and Lower Pleistocene: The Homo Radiation 9: Hominin Transition to Late Pliocene 10: Species of the Late Pleistocene 11: Neandertals and Modern Humans: Similarities and Differences Long Description The discoveries of the last decade have brought about a completely revised understanding of human evolution, due to the recent advances in genetics, palaeontology, ecology, archaeology, geography, and climate science. Written by two leading authorities in the fields of physical anthropology and molecular evolution, Processes in Human Evolution presents a reconsidered overview of hominid evolution, synthesising data and approaches from a range ofinter-disciplinary fields. The authors pay particular attention to population migrations, since these are crucial in understanding the origin and dispersion of the different genera and species in each continent, and to the emergence of the lithic cultures and their impact on the evolution of the cognitive capacities.Processes in Human Evolution is intended as a primary textbook for university courses on human evolution, and may also be used as supplementary reading in advanced undergraduate and graduate courses. It is also suitable for interested lay-readers seeking a readable but up-to-date and inclusive treatment of human origins and evolution. Feature Written by two leading authorities in the fields of physical anthropology and molecular evolutionIntegrates data and approaches from fields as diverse as physical anthropology, evolutionary biology, molecular biology, genetics, and archaeologyIncludes a particular focus on population migrations, and the emergence of lithic cultures Details ISBN0198739907 ISBN-10 0198739907 ISBN-13 9780198739906 Format Hardcover Author Camilo J. Cela-Conde Publisher Oxford University Press Edition 2nd Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 599.938 Position University Professor and Donald Bren Professor of Biological Sciences Affiliation University Professor and Donald Bren Professor of Biological Sciences, University of California, Irvine Short Title Processes in Human Evolution Language English Pages 586 Year 2017 Publication Date 2017-03-16 UK Release Date 2017-03-16 NZ Release Date 2017-03-16 Edition Description 2nd Revised edition Imprint Oxford University Press Subtitle The journey from early hominins to Neandertals and Modern Humans Alternative 9780198739913 Audience Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly AU Release Date 2016-08-24 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:98200447;

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