Human Versus Neandertal Braincase (IMAGE) Cell Press Caption This image shows that one of the features that distinguishes modern humans (right) from Neandertals (left) is a globular shape of the braincase. Credit Philipp Gunz (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) Usage Restrictions Credit required. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.