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March 28, 2026Science0 citations

Neanderthals lived on a knife’s edge for 350,000 years

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ACAndrew Curry

Key Points

  • The aim is to explore the long-term survival strategies of Neanderthals over 350,000 years.
  • Analysis of archaeological evidence
  • Examination of environmental conditions
  • Comparative studies of contemporary species
  • Neanderthals adapted to harsh environments
  • Their existence was marked by significant challenges
  • The studies provide insights into their resilience and survival strategies

Abstract

A pair of studies illuminates these humans’ long, hardscrabble existence

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Andrew Curry (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69c7724e8bbfbc51511e29d2https://doi.org/10.1126/science.aeh4833
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