Tim Riley

Tim Riley is the Director and Curator of Archaeology at the Prehistoric Museum, Utah State University Eastern (USU Eastern), where he is affiliated with the School of Social Sciences and the Department of Anthropology. As a museum-based archaeologist, his work bridges scientific research and public engagement, focusing on the integration of artifacts into the archaeological record of eastern Utah.

His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Anthropology from Texas A&M University (2010) and an A.B. with honors in Anthropology from the University of Chicago (2000). His training emphasizes paleoethnobotany, palynology, and the analysis of perishable materials.

Dr. Riley's research interests center on the intersection of plant communities and human material culture, particularly in the Colorado Plateau region. Key areas include paleoethnobotany, palynology, coprolite analysis, and experimental archaeology. He is deeply committed to public outreach, museum studies, and the conservation and curation of archaeological materials.

While no publications are listed in the provided text, his methodological focus suggests expertise in archaeological science, botanical remains analysis, and cultural heritage preservation. His work likely contributes to understanding ancient subsistence strategies and environmental interactions.

• Ph.D. in Anthropology, Texas A&M University, 2010
• A.B. with honors in Anthropology, University of Chicago, 2000

Dr. Riley has made significant contributions through museum curation, public education, and artifact conservation. His role involves both research and outreach, though specific grants or advising activities are not detailed in the available information.

He leads archaeological initiatives at the Prehistoric Museum, USU Eastern, where he integrates research, education, and public programming. His work supports the preservation and interpretation of regional prehistory, particularly through the lens of plant use and material culture.