Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A February 2023 PMID 36745809

Changing perspectives on early hominin diets.

Mark F Teaford, Peter S Ungar, Frederick E Grine

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Several posts underscore the significance of the research by noting it as a 'paradigm shift' and supporting it with references to the journal PNAS and prominent paleoanthropologists. The tone combines curiosity and enthusiasm, emphasizing the transition from traditional inferences to concrete evidence, which reflects a collective recognition of the article's importance in advancing understanding of early hominin diets.

AgreementModerate agreement

Many discussions express support for the idea that new techniques are transforming our understanding of early hominin diets, reflecting some consensus on the importance of the publication.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate interest by highlighting the novel methods and the concept of a paradigm shift, but lack deep technical engagement or detailed analysis.

EngagementHigh engagement

The mention of various techniques, calls to action, and references to specific research outlets indicate active interest and thoughtful involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the article is influential by framing it as a possible paradigm shift and emphasizing the importance of scientific progress in paleoanthropology.

Abstract in brief

  • Understanding the diets of extinct hominin species is crucial for studying their ecology and human evolution.
  • Traditional methods, like analyzing tooth size and shape, provide insights into species-level dietary capabilities, while newer techniques such as dental microwear and biochemistry offer more direct evidence of individual diets.
  • Combining multiple methods allows researchers to question and refine traditional views on early hominin diets, leading to more nuanced and accurate paleobiological interpretations.]

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Gil Carvalho MD PhD
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Do you hear a lot of social media hoopla about "ancestral diets" but rarely get to see actual science on it? Here's your chance! An excellent short summary of the state of the field by paleoanthropologist @PeterSUngar just out in PNAS: https://t.co/rh7LGcUhK3

Feb 17, 2023 · 28 likes · 3 shares · 28,192 followers View post →
Phys.org
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Anthropologists outline techniques for identifying food eaten by early hominins @PNASNews https://t.co/ZVsbP2vkkN https://t.co/EvzfDt7Aeh

Feb 7, 2023 · 11 likes · 4 shares · 1,009,298 followers View post →
Chris Stringer
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Changing perspectives on early hominin diets | Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences https://t.co/hdyh5zwwdG

Feb 7, 2023 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 29,907 followers View post →
clumsystiggy
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Mar 13, 2023 · 1 like · 1,764 followers View post →
Medlife Crisis (DEFUNCT)
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RT @NutritionMadeS3: Do you hear a lot of social media hoopla about "ancestral diets" but rarely get to see actual science on it? Here's y…

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Phys.org Biology
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Anthropologists outline techniques for identifying food eaten by early hominins @PNASNews https://t.co/oSan0JoypN https://t.co/KlFXhULIWi

Feb 7, 2023 · 8,056 followers View post →

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Altamiro Bottino
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Mar 25, 2023 · 94 followers View post →
clumsystiggy
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@ausar_the either of these studies, i don't remember https://t.co/1bycmKbSkf https://t.co/qd3MYwRCej

Mar 13, 2023 · 1 like · 1,764 followers View post →
Bhopender Thakur
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Feb 19, 2023 · 3 shares · 952 followers View post →
William Wallace
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Medlife Crisis (DEFUNCT)
@MedCrisis · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: Do you hear a lot of social media hoopla about "ancestral diets" but rarely get to see actual science on it? Here's y…

Feb 18, 2023 · 3 shares · 45,053 followers View post →
Gil Carvalho MD PhD
@NutritionMadeS3 · X

Do you hear a lot of social media hoopla about "ancestral diets" but rarely get to see actual science on it? Here's your chance! An excellent short summary of the state of the field by paleoanthropologist @PeterSUngar just out in PNAS: https://t.co/rh7LGcUhK3

Feb 17, 2023 · 28 likes · 3 shares · 28,192 followers View post →
SergeAhmed
@SergeAhmed · X

Changing perspectives on early hominin diets We may be standing in the midst of a paradigm shift in paleoanthropology as we move from inferences of possibilities to evidence of behavior. https://t.co/88DbYtS9JM

Feb 15, 2023 · 3,946 followers View post →
Oxy
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Dutch
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Feb 7, 2023 · 4 shares · 1,025 followers View post →
Phys.org Biology
@physorg_biology · X

Anthropologists outline techniques for identifying food eaten by early hominins @PNASNews https://t.co/oSan0JoypN https://t.co/KlFXhULIWi

Feb 7, 2023 · 8,056 followers View post →
Phys.org
@physorg_com · X

Anthropologists outline techniques for identifying food eaten by early hominins @PNASNews https://t.co/ZVsbP2vkkN https://t.co/EvzfDt7Aeh

Feb 7, 2023 · 11 likes · 4 shares · 1,009,298 followers View post →
Phys.org Biology
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Radical Anthropology
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Vanessa Lighton
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RT @ChrisStringer65: Changing perspectives on early hominin diets | Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences https://t.co/hdyh5zwwdG

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Chris Stringer
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Changing perspectives on early hominin diets | Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences https://t.co/hdyh5zwwdG

Feb 7, 2023 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 29,907 followers View post →
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