New research shows an arch running along the tops of human feet supports our unique mobility.

In China, researchers studying the burial site of one of the world's most well-preserved mummies also unearthed what's ...

Both the human hand and foot represent a triumph of complex engineering.

The structure of the ankle and general anatomy of the foot is the same as a modern human's, with a distinct difference: The big toe is curved, similar to a chimpanzee's.

More than 3 million years ago, our ancient human ancestors, including their toddler-aged children, were standing on two feet and walking upright, according to a new study.

An investigation into the evolution of human walking by looking at how chimpanzees walk on two legs is the subject of a new research paper.

Nicholas B. Holowka studies the evolution of human bipedalism. He can speak to the media about the biomechanics of walking and running, and the impact that different types of shoes may have on our ...

Fossil feet of early human ancestors are nearly always compared with chimpanzee feet, making knowledge of their foot biomechanics crucial for understanding how the human foot evolved.