The evolution of the brain refers to the progressive development and complexity of neural structures over millions of years, resulting in the diverse range of brain sizes and functions …

Answers come from comparative studies of the brains of present-day mammals and other vertebrates in conjunction with information about brain sizes and shapes from the fossil record, …

Aug 6, 2025 · Some scientists wonder whether the human brain is still evolving—or if it has reached a plateau. Genetic studies suggest that evolution never stops. New pressures …

2 days ago · Genetic changes tied to human brain evolution New research explores how shifts in gene expression during brain evolution may relate to neurodevelopmental variation.

Jul 6, 2017 · First came the enlargement of the primate brain, culminating perhaps 2 million years ago with the emergence of our genus, Homo, and the use of crude stone tools and fire. Next …

Jun 19, 2024 · This Perspective views brain development in terms of developmental tempo along the human lineage and reviews the contributions of recent technical advances to our …

Jun 1, 2025 · In this review, we synthesize the current knowledge of human brain evolution at cellular and molecular levels, emphasizing how genetic changes have shaped these adaptations.

The brain has undergone some remarkable changes through its evolution – from clusters of cells that can sense changes in the environment to the complex, intricate human brain.

This lecture explores the evolution, structure, and function of the human brain, emphasizing evolutionary and ecological perspectives. Key topics include the biological fitness of brains, …

Explore the evolution of the human brain from early hominins to future AI-enhanced intelligence in a timeline.