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Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution Studies Past Environments

The Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoenvironment (CHEP) studies the evolution of humans and past environments. Research covers diverse topics from ancient hominins and their habitats to contemporary challenges.

26 July 2026
Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution Studies Past Environments
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The Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoenvironment (CHEP), located in Frankfurt, Germany, is dedicated to researching human evolution and past environmental conditions.

The center's research spans multiple scientific disciplines, including paleoanthropology, archaeology, paleogenetics, and paleoecology. Its work aims to enhance understanding of human developmental history, adaptation to various ecosystems, and the interactions between humans and their environments throughout history.

Senckenberg CHEP engages in international collaborations and disseminates its research findings broadly to both the scientific community and the public. The institution seeks to advance scientific comprehension of humanity's past and its implications for current and future environmental challenges.

In addition to its research activities, Senckenberg CHEP organizes public exhibitions and events that illuminate the complex world of human evolution and past environments, fostering greater awareness of these critical fields and their contemporary relevance.

Original source: senckenberg.de