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Prof. Jörg Völkel holds the professorship in Geomorphology and Soil Science at the TUM School of Life Sciences, Technische Universität München. His research focuses on global environmental change, landscape genesis, and geoarchives analysis across Central Europe, Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and high mountain regions. He investigates critical zone dynamics, soil functions, geophysical prospecting, and geoarchaeology to validate environmental predictions. Academically, he earned his diploma (1985) and doctorate (1988) from the University of Bonn, followed by a habilitation (1993) at the University of Regensburg. Prior to TUM, he held professorships at Friedrich Schiller University Jena and University of Regensburg. He has led major research initiatives including the DFG-GRK 462 "Paleoecosystem Research" and coordinates Bavarian climate and environmental networks. Research emphasizes geomorphodynamics, soil genesis, and interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges. He serves on the Bavarian Climate Council (StMUV), Bavarian Academy of Sciences’ Geomorphology Commission, and is Chief Editor of Annals of Geomorphology . Key achievements include the 1989 Doctoral Prize from University of Bonn and leadership in international research collaborations. His work bridges geoscience with climate modeling through innovative field and geophysical methods.

• Geomorphology
• Soil Science
• Global Change Research
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Dr. Oliver Hampe serves as Scientific Director of the Vertebrate Paleontology and Geology Collections at the Museum für Naturkunde (Museum of Natural History), Leibniz Institute for Evolution and Biodiversity Research in Berlin, Germany. He also holds the position of Head of the Paleontological Preparation Laboratory. His expertise spans extinct aquatic vertebrates, paleopathology, and geoarchaeology, with significant contributions to cetacean evolution research. Hampe completed his studies in Chemistry and Geology-Paleontology from 1981-1987 at universities in Düsseldorf and Mainz, earning his Diploma in 1987. He received his PhD from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz in 1991 and completed his habilitation for Palaeobiology and Zoology at Humboldt University Berlin in 2003, qualifying him as a Privatdozent. His research focuses on cetacean evolution, particularly Miocene whale fossils from German sites like Groß Pampau, with significant work on periotic bone anatomy. Hampe integrates traditional morphological analysis with advanced imaging techniques including CT scanning to study fossil specimens non-destructively. His paleopathological research examines diseases in fossils, such as osteomyelitis in Tyrannosaurus rex and bone tumors in whale specimens. He also maintains scholarly interest in the history of paleontology, particularly Werner Janensch's work and German expeditions to Tendaguru, Tanzania. Analysis of Hampe's recent publications reveals consistent focus on cetacean evolution, especially baleen whales from the Miocene epoch. His methodological approach frequently combines detailed morphological analysis with geological context to understand evolutionary patterns. He has made significant taxonomic contributions through studies of whale ear bone anatomy and has extended his research to pathological conditions in diverse fossil vertebrates. His interdisciplinary work bridges paleontology with medical imaging techniques and historical studies. As Head of the Paleontological Preparation Laboratory, Hampe oversees the curation and preparation of vertebrate fossil collections. His current research projects include cetacean studies from Groß Pampau, pathology research on dinosaurs and mammals, and investigations into aquatic adaptation in Cetartiodactyla supervised with PhD student Apolline Alfsen. His collaborative approach is evident in numerous publications with international researchers across Europe.

• Paleontology
• Vertebrate Paleontology
• Cetacean Evolution
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Christopher Miller is a Professor of Geoarchaeology at Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen (since 2016) and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Institute for Archaeological Sciences (since 2013). He previously served as Junior Professor of Geoarchaeology (2010-2016) and Acting Head of the Archaeometry Division (2013-2015). His research focuses on site formation processes, archaeological micromorphology, and the role of fire in human evolution, with a particular emphasis on Paleolithic cave sites. Education: PhD (2010): Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, Dissertation on Paleolithic cave sites' formation processes and settlement dynamics MSc (2004-2006): University of Maine, Thesis on geoarchaeological settings in the eastern US BA (2000-2004): Boston University, Dual degree in Archaeology and Earth Science Research interests include: Micromorphological analysis of archaeological sediments Geochemical tracing of Paleolithic sites Reconstruction of prehistoric human-environment interactions Development of novel microanalytical techniques for archaeological contexts His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to site formation processes, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and the application of clumped isotope thermometry in archaeological contexts. He has conducted fieldwork in South Africa, Italy, Germany, and the Levant, focusing on cave systems and open-air sites. As an academic leader, he oversees the Geoarchaeology research group and collaborates with international teams on projects such as the Neolithic Movila lui Deciov settlement and the Swabian Jura Paleolithic sites. His work bridges geochemistry, archaeology, and environmental science to unravel the complexities of human adaptation in prehistoric environments.

• Geoarchaeology
• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Archaeological Micromorphology
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Jun.-Prof. Dr. Ferdinand Heimerl is a Junior Professor for Roman Provincial Archaeology at the University of Trier's Faculty III. His research focuses on Roman military fortifications, ceramic analysis, and archaeological heritage communication. He has held roles including Deputy Director of FoRuM and ERASMUS Coordinator for Archaeology. He has conducted excavations in Augsburg, Bitburg, and Trier, and served at institutions like the Rheinisches Landesmuseum Trier. Education: MA (2014, LMU Munich), PhD (2019, LMU Munich). Affiliations: Member of Rei Cretariae Romanae Fautores, Computer-Anwendungen und Quantitative Methoden in der Archäologie, and Association ATEG. His research interests span Late Roman military structures, geoarchaeology, and economic history. Key publications include studies on Bitburg's fortifications and North African ceramics from Augsburg. He has received awards like the Eduard-Anthes-Preis (2021) and the Dr.-Heinz-Cüppers-Preis (2024). Teaching includes courses on Roman provincial archaeology, digital archaeology, and underwater archaeology in collaboration with peers like Dr. Max Fiederling. He advises PhD students on topics like Dark Earth in Bitburg and Roman logistics in Luxembourg. He leads projects such as TRANSMARE and directs the Archäologiepark Belginum's scientific board. Active in heritage communication, he developed archaeological trails and smartphone apps for public engagement.

• Roman Provincial Archaeology
• Late Roman Military Fortifications
• Ceramic Analysis
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Prof. Dr. Eileen Eckmeier serves as Director of the Institute for Ecosystem Research at Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel and holds a W3 Professorship in Geoarchaeology and Environmental Risks. She concurrently acts as Co-spokesperson of the ROOTS Cluster of Excellence (since October 2023), Spokesperson of the ROOTS subcluster "Socio-Environmental Hazards," Vice President of DEUQUA (German Quaternary Association), and Board member of multiple academic organizations including the Soil and Archaeology Working Group of the German Soil Science Society. Her educational background includes a Dr. sc. nat. from the University of Zurich (2007) with award from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences for her dissertation "Detecting prehistoric fire-based farming using biogeochemical markers," and a Diploma in Geography from the University of Cologne (2002) with minors in Soil Science, Prehistory and Early History, and History. Eckmeier's research centers on soil geography and geoarchaeology , particularly human-environment relationships during the Holocene where soils serve as both resources and archives of human activity. Her work investigates changes in soil properties due to land use and climate change across spatial and temporal scales, with geographical focus spanning European and Asian loess/steppe landscapes (Central Europe, Middle East, Mongolia), North Frisian Islands, the Alps, and African savannahs. She employs interdisciplinary approaches combining soil science, archaeology, and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on paleoenvironmental reconstruction through soil archives , with significant contributions to understanding prehistoric agriculture, loess-paleosol sequences, and human impacts on landscapes. Key thematic clusters include Neolithic fertilization practices, ridge and furrow cultivation systems, wildfire impacts on soils, and tectonic-landscape-human interactions in critical regions like the Kenya Rift and European loess belts. Award from Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Zurich As Director of the Institute for Ecosystem Research and Co-spokesperson of the ROOTS Cluster of Excellence, Eckmeier leads major research initiatives examining societal, environmental, and cultural change. Her leadership extends to the Scientific Advisory Board of the Stone Age Park Dithmarschen and multiple institutional boards focused on Quaternary research and soil-archaeology integration. Current projects investigate socio-environmental hazards through the ROOTS framework while maintaining active fieldwork in diverse global landscapes from European loess regions to African savannahs. Eckmeier directs research teams within the Institute for Ecosystem Research's Geoarchaeology and Environmental Risks group, coordinating work across multiple specialized units including Geobotany, Environmental History and Archives, Applied Ecology and Paleoecology, and Technical Platform teams. Her ROOTS Cluster leadership integrates these efforts into a comprehensive framework examining human responses to environmental change over millennia.

• Soil Geography
• Geoarchaeology
• Human-Environment Interactions
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Prof. David E. Friesem is an environmental archaeologist affiliated with the University of Haifa and the University of Cambridge. He holds a position at the Department of Maritime Civilizations within the School of Archaeology and Maritime Cultures at the University of Haifa, and is also part of the Department of Archaeology and the McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research at the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on human-environment interactions across the Middle Paleolithic to Iron Age periods, particularly in the Eastern Mediterranean. He employs geoarchaeological methods, including soil micromorphology, infrared spectroscopy, and elemental analysis, to study site formation, resource exploitation, and human responses to environmental changes. Friesem is associated with several research institutes, including the Leon Recanati Institute for Maritime Studies and the Haifa Center for Mediterranean History at the University of Haifa. His work integrates social and ecological theory to explore cultural transitions and the dynamic interplay between human agency and environmental constraints.

• Environmental Archaeology
• Human-Environment Interactions
• Geoarchaeology
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Chiara Levato is a Research Fellow at the Department of Mining Archaeology, Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum, affiliated with Ruhr-Universität Bochum where she pursues doctoral studies. Her academic foundation includes an MA in Humanities from Università degli Studi di Bari Aldo Moro (2012), specializing in prehistoric iron oxide mining. She maintains active fieldwork involvement, notably with the Grotta della Monaca Research Mission in Italy. Her research examines Paleolithic mining practices through archaeometric approaches. Primary interests include: Ochre extraction methodologies in prehistoric Europe Functional analysis of macrolithic mining tools via use-wear traces Iron oxide/hydroxide exploitation in Mediterranean contexts Paleolithic technological systems in mining contexts Publications consistently address prehistoric mining archaeology, focusing on Italian and Greek sites. Her work integrates microscopic analysis, archaeological survey data, and comparative studies of mining techniques across Mediterranean cultures, establishing patterns of resource exploitation from the Copper Age to the Upper Paleolithic. Current projects include the functional analysis of tools from Tzines (Thasos, Greece), employing experimental archaeology to reconstruct Paleolithic hematite mining processes. She collaborates with international teams, including UMR 8215 – Trajectoires at Nanterre, France.

• Archaeology
• Prehistory
• Mining Archaeology
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Jan Bemmann is a full Professor of Prehistoric and Early Historical Archaeology at the Institute of Archaeology and Cultural Anthropology, University of Bonn, where he has been a faculty member since 2005. His research centers on the archaeology of Mongolia, particularly Karakorum and the Orkhon Valley, and extends to the Roman Iron Age and early medieval periods in Central Germany and Scandinavia. He leads multiple international research projects and collaborates with institutions in Mongolia, China, Austria, and the USA. Research Interests: His work explores urbanism in the Eurasian steppes, the emergence of mounted warriors, cultural change, modes of interaction, and the history of archaeology. He integrates archaeological, geochemical, and spatial methods to study imperial landscapes and nomadic empires. The recent publications reflect a strong focus on the Mongol Empire, Uyghur Khaganate, and cultural dynamics along the Eurasian steppe corridor. Key themes include imperial urbanism, land use, funerary practices, and cross-cultural interactions during the first millennium AD. His methodological approaches involve geomagnetic prospection, 3D modeling, and biomarker analysis. Scientific Awards and Honors: Khubilai Khan Medal, Mongolian Academy of Science (2012) Honorary doctorate, Mongolian Academy of Science (2010) Member, Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton (2019/20) Visiting Research Fellow, Jilin University, China (2015) Visiting Research Scholar, NYU’s Institute for the Study of the Ancient World (2014–2015) DFG Postdoctoral Fellowship (1990–1993) Advising and Grants: While specific students are not listed, Bemmann has supervised numerous research projects and mentored junior scholars through DFG, BMBF, and DAAD-funded initiatives. He is Co-PI of the DFG Excellence Cluster 'Beyond Slavery and Freedom' and has secured continuous funding since the 1990s from major German and international agencies for fieldwork in Mongolia, Germany, and the Crimea. Labs and Teams: He leads a research group focused on Eurasian archaeology at the University of Bonn, collaborating with the German Archaeological Institute and Mongolian Academy of Science. His team employs interdisciplinary methods, including geoarchaeology, bioarchaeology, and digital prospection.

• Archaeology of Mongolia
• Urbanism in the Eurasian Steppes
• Karakorum and the Orkhon Valley
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Annett Junginger is a researcher at the University of Tübingen's Department of Geosciences, leading the Micropaleontology research group and contributing to the Senckenberg Center for Human Evolution and Paleoenvironment (HEP Tübingen). With a career spanning over two decades, she specializes in paleoclimatology, micropaleontology, and environmental-geochemical analysis of rift lakes. Education: Dr.rer.nat. in Paleoclimatology (2011) and Diploma in Geosciences (2006) from University of Potsdam/FU Berlin Key Projects: Hominin Sites and Paleolakes Drilling Project (HSPDP), Chew Bahir Basin studies, Suguta Valley hydrology Her research focuses on paleoclimate dynamics in East Africa, using lake sediments , isotope geochemistry , and micropaleontological proxies to understand climate variability across Quaternary periods. She investigates how hydroclimate fluctuations impacted hominin evolution and dispersal routes, particularly during the African Humid Period (15–5 ka BP) and MIS 12 glacial stage. Recent publications (2024) examine Lake Albert biodiversity via environmental DNA, Lake Naivasha metal sources , and Chew Bahir strontium isotopes . Earlier work includes volcano-tectonic fragmentation of Turkana-Suguta Megalake (2023), paleo-hydrology of Greece (2021), and Angolan diatom studies (2020). She employs multi-sensor remote sensing and phytolith analysis for climate modeling. Teaching responsibilities include BSc/MSc courses in Micropaleontology, Paleontology, and field practicals in Austria. She organizes African fieldtrips (Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, etc.) for paleoenvironmental data collection.

• Paleoclimatology
• Micropaleontology
• Environmental Science
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Prof. Dr. Stefan Feuser is a Heisenberg-Professor of Classical Archaeology at the University of Bonn, Germany, since 2022. He holds a Ph.D. (2008) and Habilitation (2017) in Classical Archaeology from the Universities of Münster and Rostock, respectively. His academic career includes roles as a Professor at Kiel University (2016–2022) and Assistant Professor at Rostock (2010–2016), alongside research fellowships at institutions like the German Archaeological Institute and Harvard University's Center for Hellenic Studies. Feuser's research focuses on cities and urbanism in the Greek and Roman Mediterranean , particularly port cities, maritime infrastructure, and temporal practices in ancient urban environments. He investigates how social hierarchies, labor dynamics, and ecological factors shaped coastal settlements. His work bridges archaeology with interdisciplinary approaches, including geoarchaeology and environmental studies. Notable grants include the Virtual Worlds in Teaching Archaeology (EU-funded, 2023–2026) and The Temporality of Ancient Cities (DFG, 2022–2025). His publications explore harbor cities, such as Hafenstädte im östlichen Mittelmeerraum (2020), and digital pedagogy, including the Discovering Greek & Roman Cities MOOC. Awards include the DFG Heisenberg Fellowship (2021) and a Feodor Lynen Fellowship (2019–2020). Feuser leads projects on Pergamon's maritime satellites (e.g., Elaia) and integrates climate-neutral field research methodologies. His work emphasizes the intersection of ancient urbanism with modern environmental challenges.

• Classical Archaeology
• Urbanism in the Greek and Roman Mediterranean
• Port Cities and Maritime Archaeology
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Susan Marie Mentzer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences within the Faculty of Science at the University of Tübingen, specializing in geoarchaeology with emphasis on micromorphological analysis of anthropogenic sediments. She leads the Geoarchaeology research group at the Institute for Archaeological Sciences (INA) and is actively affiliated with the Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoenvironment. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Anthropology with Concentration in Archaeology and Minor in Geosciences from the University of Arizona (2011), an M.A. in Archaeology with Minor in Geosciences from the University of Arizona (2005), and a B.A. in Archaeology and Earth Sciences summa cum laude from Boston University (2003). Her doctoral research focused on the Macro- and Micro-scale Geoarchaeology of Üçağızlı Caves in Turkey. Mentzer's research integrates micromorphology with micro-FTIR and micro-XRF to analyze Paleolithic caves, Neolithic tells, and experimental materials like plaster and wood ash. Her work spans Eurasian Paleolithic sites, African Middle Stone Age contexts, and ritual spaces, with particular expertise in combustion features, site formation processes, and human-environment interactions during the forager-farmer transition. Recent publications demonstrate methodological innovation in analyzing rockshelters, hearths, and stratigraphic sequences across global contexts from South Africa to Anatolia. As an Associate Editor for Geoarchaeology , she contributes significantly to scholarly discourse. Her methodological leadership is evident in developing online teaching strategies during the pandemic, as documented in The SAA Archaeological Record . Mentzer teaches specialized courses including Anthropogenic Deposits and Site Formation Processes, Stratigraphy, Archaeological Micromorphology, and Microanalytics. Her laboratory work involves stable isotope analysis, micro-XRF, and experimental archaeology to reconstruct ancient human behaviors through sediment micromorphology.

• Geoarchaeology
• Archaeological Micromorphology
• Human-Environment Interactions
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Prof. Dr. Peter Dietrich is a University Professor of Environmental and Engineering Geophysics at the Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen and Head of the Department of Monitoring and Exploration Technologies at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Leipzig, Germany. He holds a joint appointment between the university and UFZ, reflecting his dual role in academic teaching and applied environmental research. Institution: Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ Department: Monitoring and Exploration Technologies Academic Affiliation: University of Tübingen Email: peter.dietrich@ufz.de His research spans environmental and engineering geophysics , with a focus on hydrogeophysics, geophysical monitoring, and exploration technologies for soil and groundwater systems. He applies methods such as electrical resistivity tomography, seismic techniques, and direct push sensing to study subsurface processes in ecological, archaeological, and environmental contexts. His work supports sustainable water management, pollution monitoring, and landscape preservation. The 15 most recent publications highlight a consistent trend in applied geophysics , particularly in non-invasive subsurface characterization , groundwater dynamics , and interdisciplinary environmental monitoring . These studies integrate field experiments, sensor networks, and modeling to address challenges in hydrology, geoarchaeology, and contaminant transport. Keywords across these works include geophysics, hydrogeology, remote sensing, and environmental monitoring, with subfields such as GPR imaging, nitrate plume analysis, peatland carbon storage, and 3D subsurface modeling. No specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text. Prof. Dietrich leads a research team and collaborates extensively with scientists across disciplines, including environmental engineers, hydrologists, and archaeologists. His leadership in the UFZ’s Department of Monitoring and Exploration Technologies underscores his role in advancing smart models and monitoring systems within the broader Helmholtz Research Program 'Changing Earth – Sustaining our Future'.

• Environmental Geophysics
• Engineering Geophysics
• Hydrogeophysics
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Ben Marwick is a Professor of Anthropology at the University of Washington, where he also serves as the Director of the interdisciplinary Minor in Data Science. His affiliations extend across multiple university units including the eScience Institute, the Burke Museum, the Center for Statistics and Social Sciences, the Quaternary Research Center, and the Southeast Asia Center. He is an Associate Editor for the Journal of Archaeological Science, Anthropological and Archaeological Sciences, Advances in Archaeology Practice, Journal of Open Archaeology Data, and Scientific Data. Marwick's research combines evolutionary ecology models with archaeological evidence to investigate past human behavior, with specific interests in hominin dispersals into mainland Southeast Asia, forager technologies and ecology in Australia and Southeast Asia. He is a leading advocate for reproducible research and open science practices in archaeology, with significant contributions to data science applications in the field. His work spans stone artefact technology, geoarchaeology, and the intersection of archaeological science with community engagement. His recent publications reveal strong trends toward integrating computational methods with traditional archaeological analysis, particularly focusing on reproducibility frameworks, lithic technology analysis across Southeast Asia and Australia, and the development of open science practices. His work increasingly bridges archaeology with data science, examining gender dynamics in the field, academic publishing practices, and the philosophical foundations of archaeological science. Outstanding Undergraduate Research Mentor Award (2023) Marwick actively supervises the UW Geoarchaeology Laboratory and has been instrumental in developing the university's interdisciplinary Data Science minor, which uniquely combines technical data skills with critical examination of data ethics and implications. His grant work includes significant international collaborations, particularly in Southeast Asia, and he has led training initiatives in reproducible research methods globally, including workshops in India and Myanmar. His mentoring approach emphasizes student leadership while providing supportive guidance, as evidenced by his 2023 mentorship award. As director of the UW Geoarchaeology Laboratory, Marwick oversees research that integrates geological and archaeological methods to understand site formation processes and human-environment interactions. His work on open science has established him as a leader in promoting transparent research practices within archaeology, influencing how the discipline engages with data sharing, computational reproducibility, and community involvement in research processes.

• Archaeology
• Stone artefact technology
• Geoarchaeology
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Djamil Al-Halbouni serves as a Junior Professor of Applied Near-Earth Geophysics and Remote Sensing at Leipzig University, where he leads a research group focused on human-nature interactions, particularly groundwater's influence on natural hazards in relation to climate extremes. His work combines characterization of water flow, hydrological system changes, and surface/subsurface movements to understand processes leading to ground subsidence, landslides, and soil erosion. His research interests span hydrogeophysics, natural hazards, karst systems, subsidence, remote sensing, groundwater dynamics, sinkholes, soil moisture, numerical modeling of soil deformation, soil mechanics, geoelectrics, electromagnetic methods, and archaeological geophysics. Dr. Al-Halbouni's work has particular emphasis on the Dead Sea region and fragile ecosystems affected by climate change and global warming. His research extends to Quaternary geology, geomorphology, geomechanics, geoarchaeology, and geoecology with focus on landscape process reconstruction and sustainable use of geosites within UNESCO Global Geoparks. Dr. Al-Halbouni's recent research has focused on the complex impacts of groundwater/soil moisture and salinization on environmental dynamics, particularly examining stress responses in forest ecosystems. His publication trends show strong emphasis on remote sensing applications for natural hazard detection and monitoring, with particular expertise in sinkhole formation and land subsidence phenomena. Dr. Al-Halbouni currently leads the research project "3D soil moisture monitoring for the analysis of stress responses and atmospheric feedbacks in forests" (May 2022 - December 2024), funded by the SMWK State Ministry for Science, Culture and Tourism. This project involves collaboration between the Applied Near-Earth Geophysics and Remote Sensing group and the Remote Sensing in Geo- and Ecosystem Research unit at Leipzig University. His teaching profile includes Applied Geophysics and Remote Sensing, with specific courses in Environmental Geophysics, Surface Deformation, and Regional Geography. Dr. Al-Halbouni maintains an active research presence with the ORCID identifier 0000-0003-2254-3914 and is available for media inquiries except during August 15-September 15, 2024.

• Geophysics
• Remote Sensing
• Natural Hazards
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Name: Yamandu Hilbert Affiliation: Department of Palaeoanthropology, Faculty of Science, Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen Research Focus: Palaeolithic and Neolithic archaeology, raw material exploitation, use-wear analysis, human-environmental interactions, lithic technology, experimental archaeology, spatial distribution of stone tools in prehistoric sites across the Near East and beyond. Education: PhD, Doctor of Philosophy (REVIVE 2013) B.A., Ur- und Frühgeschichtliche Archäologie und Archäologie des Mittelalters, Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen (2008) Research Trends: Analysis of Nubian Complex and bidirectional blade technology Studies on glacial refugia and human dispersals Woodworking tool functionality in South Arabia Geospatial methods for site discovery in Arabian deserts Collaborations: Co-authorships with Rose, Crassard, Parton, et al. Participation in Saudi-French Archaeological Mission Contributions to La Trobe Archaeological Research in Oman

• Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Neolithic Archaeology
• Lithic Technology
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