"Early primates" refers to the first group of mammals that evolved to have characteristics similar to modern primates, such as monkeys and humans. Full definition
The story of early primate evolution is still a puzzle, says Thierry Smith at the Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences. (newscientist.com)
The research adds to a growing body of evidence that runs counter to the popular perception that there was a linear evolution from early primates to modern humans. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
says Dr. Christopher Beard, whose earlier work on Eosimias and other fossil primates from China and Myanmar has placed Asia at the centre of early primate evolution. (sciencedaily.com)