Jul 19 2011
Footprints Show How Our Ancestors Walked
The ancestor who made the 3.7 million-year-old prints walked in a "less ape-ish way" than some humans do today, say scientists.
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Mar 03 2011
Eye-Controlled Laptop and ‘Telepresence’ Robot Debut
The future is here at CeBIT, the world’s top tech fair in Hanover, Germany.
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Feb 10 2011
Lucy, Early Human Ancestor, Walked Upright
A foot bone belonging to the famous hominid's kin reveals when human ancestors had both feet firmly on the ground.
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Jan 04 2011
Walking Speed Could Predict Lifespan in Seniors
Walking speed may be a better indicator of longevity than other measurements, such as blood pressure or weight.
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Aug 19 2010
The Dark Side of High Tech
Sometimes the sheer volume of data we get can overwhelm us.
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Aug 09 2010
High Heels Cause Long-Term Damage
Women commonly sacrifice comfort for fashion, but their choices in footwear may have a lasting impact.
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Jul 16 2010
Bionic Legs Allow Paraplegic to Stand and Walk
The 'Rex' robotic exoskeleton would give wheelchair-bound people more mobility.
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Jun 21 2010
Lucy’s Ancestor, ‘Big Man,’ Revealed
The discovery could reshape what scientists know about Lucy and her species.
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Feb 12 2010
Primal Aggressiveness May Explain Our Stride
We may be lousy runners compared to other animals, but we sure can hold our own in a fight.
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