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Anne Meneley is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Trent University, Canada. She holds a PhD in Anthropology from New York University (1993) and an MA from the same institution. Her work focuses on sociocultural anthropology in the Middle East (Yemen, Palestine), with specializations in food studies, consumerism, walking, self-quantification, and human-nonhuman interactions in plant materialities. Education: BA, McGill University MA & PhD, Department of Anthropology, New York University Anthropologically, Meneley examines how olive oil circulates as both a material and symbolic good across Italy, Palestine, and the broader Mediterranean. Her research bridges ethnographic methods with analyses of international commodity flows, gender dynamics in the Arabian Peninsula, and the politics of academic collaboration. She has published extensively in journals like American Anthropologist , Current Anthropology , and Cultural Anthropology , with a focus on how quotidian practices like food consumption and walking reflect larger socio-political structures. Scientific awards include multiple SSHRC grants (2003-2026), Ford Foundation funding (2002-2003), and Trent University Merit Awards (2005, 2009, 2020). She has also served on editorial boards for Ethnos and American Anthropologist , and as a reviewer for SSHRC and international journals. Her advising spans postdoctoral fellows (FRQSC funded), PhD committees at Trent and the University of Toronto, and MA supervision. She has organized panels on topics like 'Circulation Interrupted' (2010 AAA) and 'Cosmopolitan Circulations of Emotions' (2007 AES), and conducted field research in Palestine (2006-2019), Yemen (1989-90, 1999), Italy (2000-2008), New York (2007, 2009, 2012, 2019, 2022), California (2007), and Toronto (2000-22).

• Sociocultural Anthropology
• Middle East
• Food Studies
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Carrie Atkins is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto , specializing in Classical Civilization within the Historical Studies faculty. Her research bridges maritime archaeology, digital methodologies, and socio-economic networks in the ancient Mediterranean. Education: PhD in Classics, Cornell University MA in Anthropology (Nautical Archaeology), Texas A&M University AB in Classics and Biology, Bowdoin College Research Interests include: Contextualizing shipwrecks within the Roman economy Digital technologies for maritime data recording Cross-cultural exchange in the Mediterranean (200 BCE-200 CE) Gender roles in ancient maritime trade Article Trends reveal a focus on: Analyzing stone anchors and ceramic assemblages in Cyprus Applying network theory to shipwreck cargo distribution Developing photogrammetry techniques for non-intrusive underwater surveys Examining Roman economic appropriation through material culture Fieldwork Highlights include co-directing the World Trade Center ship excavation in New York and leading underwater surveys along Cyprus' south-central coast.

• Maritime Archaeology
• Roman Archaeology
• Ancient Mediterranean Trade
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Michael Dove is an Assistant Professor in the Department of History at the University of Western Ontario, serving as Director and Internship Coordinator for the M.A. Public History Field. He holds a PhD from the University of Western Ontario (2007) and a Certificate in Documentary Filmmaking from the New York Film Academy (2023). His research focuses on public history, Canadian sports history, beer and brewing history, and maritime commerce in the Early Modern Period. Dove has pioneered projects on Labatt Memorial Park, Canada's O-Pee-Chee Company, and the Hudson's Bay Company's commercial networks. Teaching responsibilities include courses on beer history, public history methodologies, and maritime history. Notable community projects include the Labatt Breweries Collection Virtual Exhibit, historical walking tours of London, Ontario, and oral history initiatives with the Canadian Museum of Immigration. He has contributed to national organizations such as the Ontario Historical Society and Museum of Ontario Archaeology. Awards include the 2023 London Heritage Award for public history work and the 2018 Vice-Provost Teaching Excellence Award. Current projects include an oral history book on O-Pee-Chee and documentary films exploring Canadian cultural heritage.

• Public History
• Canadian Sports History
• Beer and Brewing History
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Eduard Gordon Reinhardt is a full professor at McMaster University's School of Earth, Environment and Society, specializing in marine geoarchaeology and paleoclimatology. He joined McMaster in 1998 as an assistant professor, advancing to full professorship. His research focuses on coastal environmental change, climate-sea level interactions, and underwater archaeological sites in the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Mesoamerica (Yucatan Peninsula). Education: B.A. Honours in Directed Interdisciplinary Studies (Marine Geoarchaeology), Carleton University (1989–1993) PhD in Earth Sciences (Senate Medal recipient), Carleton University (1993–1996) Postdoctoral fellowships (Killam and NSERC), Dalhousie University (1996–1998) Research Interests: Marine geoarchaeology and submerged cave systems Reconstructing paleoenvironments using sediment cores and isotopic analysis Impact of climate change on human populations Geochemical proxies (e.g., μXRF, clumped isotopes) His work integrates geology, archaeology, and environmental science to explore human-environment interactions. Key Research Trends: Recent articles emphasize tropical cyclone impacts in Mesoamerica, Maya/Paleoindian site access via submerged caves, and Holocene sea-level changes. Methods include high-resolution core scanning (Itrax XRF) and isotopic analysis. Awards: Senate Medal for PhD research (Carleton University) Teaching & Fieldwork: Instructs courses in Paleoecology, Coral Reef Environments, and Advanced Paleoenvironmental Analysis. Leads field studies in karst systems (e.g., Yucatan Peninsula) and coastal archaeological sites. Labs/Teams: Active in McMaster's geoarchaeology and paleoclimatology research groups, collaborating on projects involving underwater cave systems and ancient harbors (e.g., Caesarea Maritima, Israel).

• Archaeology
• Climate, Water & Sustainability
• Earth and related environmental sciences
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Angela R. Lieverse is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Saskatchewan, where she has served since 2007. She previously held the position of Department Head. Her research focuses on bioarchaeology, paleopathology, and hunter-gatherer adaptations in Siberia and East Asia. Dr. Lieverse’s work emphasizes skeletal analysis, dietary studies, and disease patterns in prehistoric populations, with extensive fieldwork in Lake Baikal regions and the Cis-Baikal area. Education: PhD from Cornell University, MA and BA (with distinction) from the University of Alberta, and a SSHRC Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Memorial University. Her research interests include the bioarchaeology of stress, trauma analysis, and the application of modern medical methodologies to ancient remains. Notable projects involve reconstructing subsistence strategies, tracking infectious diseases like plague in prehistoric populations, and analyzing skeletal evidence of labor and activity patterns among foragers. Her work bridges archaeology, anthropology, and paleopathology to understand human adaptation and cultural change. Recent studies highlight innovative approaches to analyzing fragmented human remains and exploring the intersection of climate change and prehistoric health. Her publications often focus on Siberian populations, with a particular emphasis on the Cis-Baikal region’s Middle Holocene foragers.

• Bioarchaeology
• Paleopathology
• Human Osteology
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Don Butler is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Toronto Scarborough. His research focuses on geoarchaeological approaches to understanding human-environment interactions, socio-ecological resilience, and micro-sedimentary archives. Campus: Scarborough (UTSC) Fields of Study: Archaeology, Arctic North America Research interests include: Geochemical, mineralogical, and biomolecular proxies for local environments Eastern Beringian habitat reconfiguration Community-centered histories of forager diversity Sustainable archaeology of Ontario First Nations fisheries Networks of agriculture and transnational exchange along the Negev's Incense Road Teaching interests encompass: Archaeological theories and methods Geoarchaeological human-environment dialogues Arctic archaeology Archaeological science Heritage resources management His recent publications analyze diverse topics including obsidian source classification in southeast Alaska, Byzantine-era resource management in the Negev, Taltheilei land-use strategies, and northern salmonid fisheries using mineral proxies. Collaborative projects span Inuit mariners, Athabaskan caribou hunters, Mesolithic fishers of Lapland, and Byzantine farmers in Negev borderlands.

• Geoarchaeology
• Environmental Archaeology
• Human-Environment Interactions
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Jennifer Galloway is a Researcher at the Geological Survey of Canada and a Professor at Brandon University's Department of Geology. She specializes in palynology and paleoecology , focusing on climate change impacts across various time scales, particularly in Arctic Canada and northern ecosystems . Her work spans Jurassic-Cretaceous stratigraphy , Holocene lake sediments , and contaminant geochemistry in mining-impacted environments. Education: PhD in Earth Sciences from Carleton University (2002-2006), BSc in Biology from Queen's University (1997-2002) Her research integrates palynological biostratigraphy , geochemical analysis , and environmental monitoring to address questions about terrestrial vegetation changes , volcanic impacts , and metal contamination dynamics . Recent publications highlight studies on peat accumulation rates , Arctic wildfire history , and arsenic mobility under climate change. She has served as Editor-in-Chief for the Bulletin of Canadian Energy Geoscience (2020-2024) and editorial advisory boards for journals like the Journal of Cretaceous Research. Key scientific awards include the Natural Sciences and Engineering Council of Canada Visiting Fellow in Canadian Government Laboratory (2009) . She has collaborated with international institutions such as Aarhus University (Denmark) and Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland . Her fieldwork includes significant projects in Ellesmere Island , Vancouver Island , and Northwest Territories , utilizing techniques like Itrax XRF core-scanning and uranium-lead zircon dating . She has also contributed to environmental monitoring frameworks for mining impacts and climate change resilience studies in subarctic lakes.

• Palynology
• Paleoecology
• Climate Change
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Carla Manfredi is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Winnipeg. Her research focuses on Victorian literature, Pacific studies, and colonial travel writing, particularly examining the works of Robert Louis Stevenson. She is currently pursuing an MA in Pacific Island Studies at the University of Hawai‘i-Mānoa and is on Research/Study Leave during 2025-2026. Teaching Areas: British poetry and prose, nineteenth-century literature, travel literature, colonial literature Research Focus: Victorian interdisciplinary studies, Stevenson's Pacific photography, colonial economies, and Gothic representations of plantations Her 2018 monograph Robert Louis Stevenson’s Pacific Impressions explores intersections of photography and travel writing. Recent Google Scholar articles highlight her work on Victorian scientific specialization, the copra trade, and transatlantic publishing networks. The articles list confirms her ongoing engagement with Pacific Islander cultures, environmental humanities, and visual representation. Notably, her scholarship reinterprets Stevenson’s legacy through critical lenses of colonialism, health narratives, and media practices. While no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text, her academic output remains prolific in interdisciplinary fields.

• Victorian Literature
• Nineteenth-Century Studies
• Pacific Studies
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Professor T. Max Friesen is a leading Arctic archaeologist at the University of Toronto's Department of Anthropology , specializing in prehistoric hunter-gatherer societies, zooarchaeology, and climate change impacts on cultural heritage. His research spans 5,000 years of Arctic history, focusing on the Canadian Arctic regions of Nunavut and the Northwest Territories through collaborations with northern communities. Education: PhD in Archaeology from McGill University (1995) Research Interests include: Prehistoric Arctic migrations (Paleo-Inuit, Thule) and their technological adaptations Zooarchaeological analysis of animal bones from sites like Bell and Pembroke Climate change effects on archaeological preservation in permafrost regions Thule-Inuit cultural evolution and subsistence economies Community-based archaeology and heritage conservation His 15 most recent publications (2000-2018) demonstrate expertise in Arctic colonization dynamics, 3D documentation of endangered sites, and interdisciplinary studies of host-pathogen relationships through HBV subgenotype B5 research. Key projects include the Arctic CHAR initiative for climate change mitigation and comparative studies of Dorset vs. Thule hunting technologies. Scientific Contributions: Coined terminology standardization for Arctic archaeological traditions Developed frameworks for understanding Inuvialuit interregional interaction Advanced 3D recording methods for rapidly deteriorating Arctic sites Reconstructed millennial-scale caribou drive system evolution Advising: Actively mentors graduate students in Arctic archaeology with fieldwork opportunities in Nunavut and the Mackenzie Delta. Collaborates with Kitikmeot Heritage Society and international researchers on heritage preservation.

• Arctic Archaeology
• Zooarchaeology
• Climate Change Impacts on Cultural Heritage
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R. Angus K. Smith is a Professor of Greek Archaeology at Brock University, specializing in Bronze Age Greece with a focus on Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations. He holds a BA from Dartmouth, MPhil from Cambridge, and MA/PhD from Bryn Mawr. Research: Pottery analysis, mortuary archaeology, identity studies in the Aegean Bronze Age. Fieldwork: Associate director at Gournia (Crete), co-director at Ayia Sotira (Greece), and Khavania Archaeological Project participant. Leadership: President of Niagara Peninsula Society (Archaeological Institute of America), Board member of Canadian Institute in Greece. His publications emphasize Minoan-Mycenaean transitions, chamber tomb geoarchaeology, and ritual practices. Key works include studies on Gournia pottery sequences, Ayia Sotira cemetery analyses, and Late Minoan III funerary traditions. He actively presents at Archaeological Institute of America meetings and contributes to INSTAP and Oxford University Press volumes. Service: Member of the Managing Committee for the Institute of Aegean Prehistory Study Center (East Crete), and representative to the American School of Classical Studies at Athens. He collaborates with institutions like the Canadian Institute in Greece and the Institute for Aegean Prehistory.

• Bronze Age Greece
• Aegean Archaeology
• Minoan Civilization
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Dr. Dana Lepofsky is a Professor of Archaeology at Simon Fraser University (SFU), affiliated with both the Department of Archaeology and the School of Resource and Environmental Management. Her research focuses on the social and ecological dimensions of human-environment interactions, particularly among Indigenous communities of the Northwest Coast. She employs interdisciplinary methods, including archaeological excavation, paleoethnobotany, and collaboration with First Nations knowledge holders. Key projects include studies of ancient clam gardens, Coast Salish settlement patterns, and the role of culturally valued species in sustaining communities. Her work emphasizes multi-disciplinary collaboration, integrating archaeology, ecology, and Indigenous knowledge systems to address contemporary environmental challenges. Notable projects include the Xwe’etay/Lasqueti Archaeology Project, which explores deep-time human-environment relationships in coastal regions. She advocates for ethical research practices and the application of historical data to modern resource management. Dr. Lepofsky’s research spans over 3,000 years of human history, with a focus on resilience in coastal ecosystems. Her publications highlight themes like traditional aquaculture practices, climate change adaptation, and the preservation of Indigenous knowledge. She collaborates closely with First Nations to ensure research aligns with community priorities and contributes to cultural revitalization efforts. Her academic contributions include over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work emphasizing the global relevance of Indigenous ecological knowledge. While no specific awards are listed, her impactful research has positioned her as a leader in archaeology and environmental anthropology.

• Archaeology
• Environmental Studies
• Ethnoecology
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Charles Menzies (hagwil hayetsk), a member of Gitxaała Nation and enrolled member of the Tlingit and Haida Tribes of Alaska, is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology within the Faculty of Arts at the University of British Columbia. He serves as Director of the Ethnographic Film Unit at UBC and coordinates the ecological anthropology research group Forests and Oceans for the Future. Menzies is also an elected joint-faculties senator on the UBC-V Senate (2020-2026) and previously served on the UBC Board of Governors (2017-2020, 2023-2026). He completed his undergraduate degree in anthropology and sociology at Simon Fraser University (1988), followed by an MA in Social Anthropology at York University (1988) and a PhD in Cultural Anthropology from the City University of New York (1998). Menzies' research focuses on Indigenous knowledge systems, natural resource management (particularly fisheries), political economy, contemporary First Nations' issues, maritime anthropology, and the archaeology of north coast BC. His work bridges socio-cultural anthropology with archaeological methods, particularly through the Laxyuup Gitxaaɫa project which documents the traditional territory of Gitxaaɫa Nation. He has conducted field research in north coastal BC, Canada; Brittany, France; and Donegal, Ireland, with a particular emphasis on Indigenous-led approaches to research and knowledge production. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with issues of Indigenous sovereignty, collaborative research methodologies, and critiques of colonial power structures. Recent work shows increasing focus on visual anthropology through ethnographic film, Indigenous futurisms, and decolonizing academic research practices. Menzies frequently publishes on the intersection of Indigenous knowledge and environmental management, particularly regarding salmon ecosystems and maritime communities. Menzies has supervised numerous graduate students whose work focuses on natural resource management, municipal politics, local development projects, climate change, and food security. His students now work in NGOs, government agencies, and academic institutions. He founded and directs the Ethnographic Film Unit at UBC and established the online journal New Proposals. His current research projects include Laxyuup Gitxaaɫa, which combines archaeological and socio-cultural anthropology to document Gitxaała Nation's traditional territory.

• Indigenous studies
• Natural Resource Management
• Maritime Anthropology
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Dr. Elgidius B. Ichumbaki is a Lecturer in Heritage Studies at the University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, where he has been actively engaged in teaching, research, and knowledge dissemination since 2009. His academic work focuses on cultural heritage, with deep expertise in cultural tourism, maritime archaeology, and East African coastal archaeology. Research Interests: Dr. Ichumbaki’s research centers on understanding how monumental ruins and historic buildings reflect societal transformations over the past millennium. He investigates how cultural heritage sites and material culture can foster peace, harmony among stakeholders, and improve local livelihoods through mechanisms like cultural tourism and place branding. His interests extend to the role of intangible heritage, including oral traditions and sacred places, in identity formation and sustainable development. Current Research Trends: His recent work, including the presentation 'Unless They Value our Invisibles, Their Visible Will Never Be Safe,' explores the interconnections between spiritual beliefs, monumental ruins, and natural heritage (e.g., baobab trees) on the Swahili Coast. These studies reflect a broader trend in critical heritage studies emphasizing community-based, inclusive, and sustainable approaches to heritage management in Africa. Scientific Awards: No specific awards are mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While no students or formal advising roles are listed, Dr. Ichumbaki is actively involved in research dissemination and academic dialogue. His current project—still in the embryonic stage—aims to explore traditional management systems as alternatives for heritage conservation and grassroots socio-economic development in northeastern Tanzania. The project aligns with the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals and the African Union’s 2063 Agenda, suggesting potential for future grant funding and collaborative research initiatives. Labs and Teams: No specific laboratory affiliations or research teams are mentioned in the available content.

• Cultural Heritage Studies
• Cultural Tourism
• Maritime Archaeology
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Dr. Richard M. Hutchings, a Canadian social scientist and Visiting Professor at Vancouver Island University, specializes in critical heritage studies, Indigenous heritage, and the intersection of archaeology with neoliberalism and global crises. He holds positions as Research Fellow at the Institute for Coastal Research and Research Associate in the Department of Anthropology. His work critiques institutional complicity in heritage destruction, colonial placemaking, and the role of archaeology in disaster capitalism. Research Interests : Critical heritage studies, Indigenous maritime landscapes, neoliberalism, cultural resource management (CRM), heritage crime, and environmental archaeology. His scholarship examines how state power and economic development perpetuate colonial violence against Indigenous heritage. Publications : Over 100 academic papers and books, including Maritime Heritage in Crisis (Routledge, 2017) and Archaeology as Disaster Capitalism . His recent articles analyze the coastal development crisis, sustainable archaeology as institutional double-speak, and degrowth theory in heritage contexts. Scientific Awards : Recipient of the Joan Gero Book Award for scholarly excellence. Collaborations : Frequently collaborates with Marina La Salle on topics like heritage crime and sustainable archaeology, emphasizing Indigenous sovereignty and anti-colonial praxis.

• Critical Heritage Studies
• Indigenous Heritage
• Disaster Capitalism
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Shannon Lewis-Simpson is an Adjunct Professor at Memorial University’s Department of Archaeology within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. She also holds an Assistant Professor position at the Dallaire Centre of Excellence for Peace and Security at Canadian Forces College. Her academic journey includes a Ph.D. (2005) in Early Medieval Studies from the University of York, UK. Her research focuses on medieval and post-medieval archaeology, Indigenous-Settler interactions, and contemporary issues like Cultural Heritage Protection and Human Security. She served as a Gender Advisor for NATO Mission Iraq (2020) and was a member of the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada (2017–2022). Her expertise spans naval material culture, Viking-Age societies, and gender studies. She teaches courses such as ARCH 1001 (Critical Reading in Archaeology), ARCH/GDRS 2494 (Game of Genders), and ARCH/MST 3592 (Norse Archaeology). Her interdisciplinary supervision includes PhD and MA students researching topics like Newfoundland’s logging industry, burial practices, and Byzantine artifacts in Scandinavian contexts. Her publications address themes like maritime history, medievalism, and the militarization of Viking societies. Recent works include contributions to *Vikings! A Public History* (2024) and *Evolving Human Security* (2023). She advocates for inclusive heritage interpretation and integrates experiential learning in her teaching, exemplified by her work on the East Coast Trail with the German Studies program. Active in military and security studies, she co-edited works on Human Security frameworks for Canada’s military. Her fieldwork includes investigations of early European burial sites in Newfoundland and collaborative projects on Norse archaeology in Greenland. She remains committed to bridging historical research with contemporary challenges in security, peacebuilding, and cultural preservation.

• Medieval Studies
• Post-Medieval Archaeology
• Indigenous-Settler Interactions
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