Anthropobiology is the study of human biology, behavior, and evolution. It refers to the scientific investigation of human beings and their biological makeup, which includes their physical characteristics, development, and genetic makeup. There are a number of synonyms for anthropobiology, including human biology, biological anthropology, and human ecology. Other related fields that have similar interests and methods of study to anthropobiology include evolutionary psychology, neurophysiology, and sociobiology. Anthropobiology is an important field of study as it seeks to understand the biological and behavioral factors that shape human beings, their relationships, and their cultures over time, informing public policy, healthcare practices and our understanding of human history.