Ian TowleFirst case of amelogenesis imperfecta on the teeth of a wild chimpanzeeMany people have pits and grooves on their teeth. These defects, called enamel hypoplasia, are universal in human populations and in many…Nov 17, 2017Nov 17, 2017
Ian TowleWhat teeth can reveal about the diet, behaviour and health of our ancestorsTeeth can provide a wealth of information on the diet and behaviour of past populations. Two characteristics in particular explain why they…Sep 23, 2017Sep 23, 2017
Ian TowleChipped teeth of Homo naledi suggests a unique dietThere was a lot of excitement when scientists reported the discovery of an entirely new hominin species, Homo naledi, in 2015. Since then…Mar 12, 2017Mar 12, 2017