News & Events

A new study shows how natural selection for locomotion reshaped both extremities.

Students in HEB lecturer Dr. Bridget Alex's spring HEB 162 class worked all semester making videos for the public about Neanderthals and other extinct humans. They collaborated with PBS producers, HMNH staff, and ~30 high school students.

Congratulations to Danielle da Cruz, HEB Associate Director of Finance & Research and admin extraordinaire, for being recognized as one of this year's Harvard Heroes!

Daniel L. Lieberman, Edwin M. Lerner II Professor of Biological Sciences and Professor of Human Evolutionary Biology, explains why exercise remains potent medicine for those trying to manage their weight. 

From the Big Think: What if one of our oldest ideas about ancestry is simply wrong? Harvard geneticist David Reich argues that ancient DNA has exposed the myth of purity and uncovered a far messier history of who we are and where we came from.

In this episode of the “Harvard Thinking” podcast, experts, including HEB Associate Prof. Erin Hecht, break down the evolution and biology of this special relationship.

Associate Professor Erin Hecht was featured on the FAS Current for her recent study on pitch matching in howling dogs.

The NY Times featured research by the Reich Lab after their newly released Nature paper "Ancient DNA reveals pervasive directional selection across West Eurasia". 

The Reich Lab's work was featured in HMS News! Stephanie Dutchen interviews David Reich and Ali Akbari on their research in ancient DNA and it's connections to health.