Science has attempted to map human evolution since the Neanderthal. They base their theories on archeological findings and current and past human physiology. However, how can we say that humanity has evolved beyond its anatomy when we live amongst violence, bias, and a world that is being exploited from many angles. Are we really any more conscious than before?

Can our brains grow larger so that we can become more intelligent and compassionate? Will it be possible, at some point, to increase t...