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The startling discovery in a South African cave announced this week was the result of some very dangerous, underground work. The derring-do - discovery of Homo naledi, a close ancestor of humans - came courtesy of a fossil excavation team that included UGA anthropology alumna… Read Article

Professor of English and creative writing Ed Pavlić presents a wonderful meditation on Serena Williams today on Africa Is A Country:

If craft—as opposed to mechanical technique—bears some similarity to style—as opposed to the vanity of surfaces, of disguises—then, possibly, it, too,… Read Article

"Teaching here has two benefits for us. First of all, it really helps us become better teachers by experiencing the diversity of a different culture," Toraby said. "It also gives us the opportunity to improve our English and learn about the culture of the United States from our interactions… Read Article

In a prime example of basic bacterial research informing human disease research, microbiologists have identified a potential mechanism for neurodegenerative diseases:

A role for the protein HSD10 had been suspected in patients with Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease, but no… Read Article

Associate professor of biochemistry and molecular biology Paula Lemons uses findings from her research on science education to design curricula for her classes and tailor her interactions with students to enhance their learning outcomes:

What are your favorite courses and why?

My… Read Article