The Blombos Cave Project

The Blombos Cave Project involves archaeological research at a site in South Africa, where scientists study ancient human activity dating back around 75,000 years. Researchers explore artifacts like engraved ochre shells, stone tools, and symbolic objects, which suggest early evidence of complex thinking, creativity, and symbolic behavior. The project aims to understand the development of modern human cognition, culture, and social organization during the Middle Stone Age. By analyzing these findings, scientists gain insights into how early humans evolved behaviors that are foundational to modern societies.