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  1. Human - Wikipedia

    The word person is often used interchangeably with human, but philosophical debate exists as to whether personhood applies to all humans or all sentient beings, and further if a human can lose …

  2. Human evolution | History, Stages, Timeline, Tree, Chart ...

    Mar 17, 2026 · The only extant members of the human tribe, Hominini, belong to the species Homo sapiens. The exact nature of the evolutionary relationships between modern humans and their …

  3. Homo sapiens - The Smithsonian's Human Origins Program

    Jan 3, 2024 · The species that you and all other living human beings on this planet belong to is Homo sapiens. During a time of dramatic climate change 300,000 years ago, Homo sapiens evolved in Africa.

  4. Human being - New World Encyclopedia

    However, human beings not only define themselves biologically and anatomically, but also in psychological, social, and spiritual terms. Psychologically, humans have a highly developed brain …

  5. Homo sapiens (human) | INFORMATION | Animal Diversity Web

    Human physical variation is continuous and available evidence suggests that gene flow among human populations throughout their history has been the rule rather than the exception. Humans are …

  6. Humans - Science News

    6 days ago · The Humans page features the latest news in anthropology, health, medicine, archaeology, psychology, and more.

  7. What Is the Definition of the Word Human? - Discover Magazine

    Feb 1, 2024 · What Is the Definition of the Word Human? The definition of our own species isn’t as clear cut as many might think. Explore the intricate nuances of our identity, examining factors like …

  8. Humans & Culture - Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

    Explore the rich tapestry of humanity—from ancient traditions to modern innovations—and discover how culture shapes the way we live, think, and connect. On this page, you can explore highlights from our …

  9. Homo sapiens | Meaning, Characteristics, & Evolution | Britannica

    Mar 28, 2026 · Homo sapiens, the species to which all modern human beings belong and the only member of the genus Homo that is not extinct. The name ‘Homo sapiens’ was applied in 1758 by the …

  10. Human evolution - Wikipedia

    Human evolutionary genetics studies how human genomes differ among individuals, the evolutionary past that gave rise to them, and their current effects. Differences between genomes have …