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Publishing raw data

The journal Paleoanthropology makes an obvious, but bold, step forward for our field: In this issue of PaleoAnthropology, we inaugurate a new section, titled “The Data Bank.”As its name suggests, this section will include raw data from excavations, anatomical, and … Continue reading

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Deluge of DNA

The NY Times has a story up about the massive increase in DNA sequencing output over the past several years. In short, the rise in rapid-sequencing platforms and the declining cost of entry into the field has spurred an incredible … Continue reading

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