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54-million-year-old skull reveals early evolution of primate brains

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Researchers at the University of Florida and the University of Winnipeg have developed the first detailed images of a primitive primate brain, unexpectedly revealing that cousins of our earliest ancestors relied on smell more than sight.

Filed under Natural History, Research, Sciences on Monday, June 22, 2009.

UF study finds ancient mammals shifted diets as climate changed

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A new University of Florida study shows mammals change their dietary niches based on climate-driven environmental changes, contradicting a common assumption that species maintain their niches despite global warming.

Filed under Environment, Natural History, Research, Sciences on Tuesday, June 2, 2009.