Prof. Arunachalam Kumar’s book ’Biped Stance & Stride’ to be published in Germany

Prof. Arunachalam Kumar’s book ’Biped Stance & Stride’ to be published in Germany

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangalore, July 19, 2013 : A book authored by Mangalore based researcher academician Prof. Arunachalam Kumar, on the origin and evolution of erect posture and two-legged gait in humans, titled ‘Biped Stance & Stride’ has been selected by a German publishing for print and worldwide distribution.

Dr. Kumar, Professor of Human Anatomy, at  K. S. Hegde Medical Academy, Derlakatte  is also the Director (Research & Development) of the Nitte University has over three decades of teaching experience.  He has authored eight books and published over 100 original research papers.  In addition he has presented over one hundred papers at state, zonal, national and international forums and conferences.

Prof. Kumar, who has a deep interest in evolutionary biology  and physical anthropology is the recipient of a number of recognitions including the District Rajyotsava award for distinguished service and the Dr. T.M.A. Pai Gold medal for his research.

The book scheduled for publication this year, dwells on development of orthograde gait and biped stance in early humans, also presents several new and novel hypotheses and theories on the conversion of quadrupedal Australopithecus into the Homo erectus.