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November 11, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Richard Grinker discusses our increasing understanding of autism, stigmas around mental illness and differences, and myths about autism and health.
Redefining normal: autism, stigma and culture - WHYY
Anthropologist Roy Richard Grinker on the progress in understanding autism, the ongoing efforts to overcome mental health stigma, and the need to dispel persistent myths.
whyy.org
November 11, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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Tools of Change: Researchers Uncover Ancient Tech Tradition | GW Today | The George Washington University
New research led by Anthropology’s David Braun revealed how early humans crafted stone tools for nearly 300,000 years during dramatic environmental upheaval.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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I will also be offering a one time virtual lecture on the Amarna Letters, courtesy of the Smithsonian Associates, on the evening of December 10. (I don’t think the lecture will be affected by the shut down, though I also sincerely hope it is over by then.)

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The Amarna Letters: Voices From the Bronze Age
In 1887, a cache of nearly 400 clay tablets inscribed in cuneiform was found in the ruins of the heretic king Akhenaten’s ancient capital. Now known as the Amarna Letters, this correspondence be...
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November 9, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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The ginkgo trees on campus are looking very autumnal!
November 6, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Ever wondered why dogs tilt their heads? 🐕 CASHP alumni, Colleen Buckley and Dr. Courtney Sexton, along with Dr. Brenda Bradley, Dr. Francys Subiaul, and additional colleagues have published a new, open-access article about it in Animals. Check it out!
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November 4, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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Two of my earliest “1177 BC” public lectures, which were posted on YouTube by the organizers, have now been seen a combined total of 11.1 million times, with more than 15,000 comments. Very pleased that the Late Bronze Age in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean is reaching such a wide audience.
October 26, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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National Geographic Society is hiring 30+ positions to staff their new museum location in Washington D.C. 👀 ngs.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/ngs_external...
Who We Are The National Geographic Society uses the power of science, exploration, education and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world. Our mission is only complete when our staff, explorers, educators, youth and partners are seen, valued, and heard. We embrace each person’s identity, experiences, and abilities, and we commit to cultivating an environment where everyone benefits from opportunity, mutual respect and a sense of belonging. National Geographic's headquarters is located in the heart of Washington, D.C. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental benefits, generous vacation and parental leave time, a 401(k) plan, flexible work options, and career development.
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October 17, 2025 at 10:32 PM
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In this GW Today article, Dr. Carson Murray reflects on her mentor and friend, Dr. Jane Goodall, and their ongoing research about the chimpanzees of Gombe National Park in Tanzania.
Jane Goodall Leaves a Legacy at GW | GW Today | The George Washington University
The groundbreaking primatologist, conservationist and educator, who passed away Oct. 1, had ties across the university.
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October 16, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Sociocultural anthropology teaching position at Purdue University careers.purdue.edu/job/Professo...
Professor Clinical/Professional Assistant
Professor Clinical/Professional Assistant
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October 13, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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The Edward H. & Rosamond B. Spicer Travel Award deadline for abstracts is soon approaching. Abstracts are due October 15.

More info: appliedanthro.org/awards-prize...

#SfAA #socialscience #anthropology #appliedanthropology #SfAA2026 #Spicer
October 2, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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Abstracts for the Gil Kushner Memorial Student Travel Award are due October 15.

More info: appliedanthro.org/awards-prize...

#SfAA #socialscience #anthropology #appliedanthropology #SfAA2026 #Kushner
October 3, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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The Human Rights Defender Travel Award for students to attend #SfAA2026 has an abstract deadline of October 15.

More info: appliedanthro.org/awards-prize...

#SfAA #socialscience #anthropology #appliedanthropology #SfAA2026 #humanrights
October 3, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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The Bea Medicine Student Travel Award deadline for #SfAA2026 abstracts is soon approaching. Abstracts are due October 15.

Apply online: appliedanthro.org/awards-prize...

#SfAA #socialscience #anthropology #appliedanthropology #BeaMedicine
October 9, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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Abstract submissions for the Del Jones Memorial Travel Award deadline is approaching.

All abstracts are due October 15.

More info: appliedanthro.org/awards-prize...
October 8, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Episode 2 of Safeguarding Sound Science: Evolution Edition is now up on our website and wherever you get your podcasts! Guests this week are Jeremy DeSilva and Briana Pobiner (@brianapobiner.bsky.social) for a discussion on human evolution misconceptions.
#podsky #paleobio #evosky
Safeguarding Sound Science | National Center for Science Education
Safeguarding Sound Science, Evolution EditionThe second season of Safeguarding Sound Science examines the everyday impacts of evolution, the grand theory that informs our understanding of all life on ...
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October 8, 2025 at 11:19 PM
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Dr. Richard Grinker did a Q&A with the GW Columbian College of Arts & Sciences news team, and he offered both his professional and personal insights about autism.
From Stigma to Science and Support: Anthropology’s Grinker Authors Autism Narrative | Columbian College of Arts & Sciences | The George Washington University
As a researcher, educator and father, Anthropology’s Roy Richard Grinker shares his personal and professional journey through autism’s changing landscape.
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October 8, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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The Student Endowed Award deadline for abstracts is soon approaching.

Abstracts are due October 15. More info: appliedanthro.org/awards-prize...

#SfAA #socialscience #anthropology #appliedanthropology #SfAA2026
October 8, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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The John Bodley Student Travel Award deadline is soon approaching. Abstracts are due October 15.

More info: appliedanthro.org/awards-prize...

#SfAA #socialscience #anthropology #appliedanthropology #SfAA2026 #Bodley
October 7, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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WSU Anthropology is growing! We seek a tenure-track Assistant Professor in cultural anthropology specializing in health, well-being, and/or human-environment interactions, to start next fall in Pullman. Apply by Nov 2, 2025: wsu.edu/jobs (search R-14034).
October 1, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Submit an abstract for our 2nd @italianglianetwork.bsky.social
Symposium by Oct 10.
We want to see your cool #glial research!!!

The 2nd #IGN Symposium will be online on November 26 at 2 pm CET, and everybody can attend 😍 We will post the link to connect here: tinyurl.com/ye232mx9
September 29, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Dr. Richard Grinker's New York Times op-ed about the history of autism, and how it's understood now, was published today.
Opinion | Autism Has Always Existed. We Haven’t Always Called It Autism.
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September 24, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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Dr. Richard Grinker is featured in this NBC news segment about autism and its increasing rates of diagnosis.
How recent research and expanded diagnosis are changing our understanding of autism
Experts say there is no link between vaccines and autism, and NBC News reports that a much-anticipated review from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy is expected before the end of the month. NBC News' Er...
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September 23, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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The second review of my forthcoming Amarna Letters book is out, from Publishers Weekly: "...a remarkable glimpse into deep history and a savvy examination of an academic discipline's evolution."

And just heard that 1177 BC will be translated into Indonesian -- that makes 21 foreign languages...
September 17, 2025 at 3:40 AM
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Lucia Kustra, our DIG President, is featured in this article discussing her primatology research as a member of Dr. Carson Murray's lab.
DIG-ging Anthropology: Senior Bridges Labs, Lessons, Leadership | GW Today | The George Washington University
Lucia Kustra studies primate cultures and leads the next generation of anthropologists as president of the DIG pre-professional fraternity.
gwtoday.gwu.edu
September 15, 2025 at 1:24 PM