Human Evolution, Organ Transplants and The Science Behind Scary Play

Dear Reader, Our November Issue is now available! On the cover this month, new science debunks a long-dominant theory of human evolution: that men alone evolved to hunt. Evidence shows that women have always hunted—and are better adapted to some endurance tests than men. Also featured in the November issue is an article on organ transplants by Tanya Lewis, senior health editor at Scientific American. Tanya writes about the technological and medical advances that are saving more lives, the generosity of donors and their families, and her own family experiences—making this one of our most touching stories of the year. Lastly, if you're a fan of spooky season and all things frightening, check out the piece on how scary play helps us rehearse coping skills for disturbing real-world challenges. Sunya Bhutta Chief Engagement Editor Scientific American Read the Issue Human Evolution, Organ Transplants and The Science Behind Scary Play The Theory That Men Evolved to Hunt and Women Evolved to Gather Is Wrong The influential idea that in the past men were hunters and women were not isn't supported by the available evidencee. Read Now   What It Takes to Grow Crystals in Space Researcher Debbie G. Senesky builds materials that can work on Venus. Read Now   No One Should Die Waiting for an Organ Transplant. These Doctors Want to Ensure That Doesn't Happen Advances are increasing the supply of organs. But this isn't enough. Enter the genetically modified donor pig. Read Now   Grammar Changes How We See, an Australian Language Shows An Aboriginal language provides unexpected insight into how language influences perception. Read Now   The Evolutionary Reasons We Are Drawn to Horror Movies and Haunted Houses Scary play lets people—and other animals—rehearse coping skills for disturbing challenges in the real world. Read Now

November Issue New science debunks the myth that men evolved to hunt and women to gather. Read Now

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