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Mary StinerView profile

Professor

• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Zooarchaeology
• Human Evolution
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Mary Stiner is a Regents' Professor of Anthropology at the University of Arizona's School of Anthropology and Curator of Zooarchaeology at the Arizona State Museum. Her research focuses on Paleolithic human ecology, forager economies, and animal domestication. Stiner holds a B.A. and B.F.A. from the University of Delaware (1980) and a Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of New Mexico (1990). She has conducted fieldwork across Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa, with notable projects at Qesem Cave (Israel), Aşıklı Höyük (Turkey), and Bizmoune Cave (Morocco). Her work bridges zooarchaeology, taphonomy, and behavioral ecology, emphasizing co-evolutionary processes between humans and their environments. Key achievements include the Society of American Archaeology book prize (1996) for Honor Among Thieves , a Leverhulme Visiting Professorship (2010), and the Fryxell Prize (2021) for interdisciplinary contributions. She is also a visual artist, maintaining a parallel creative practice. Education: B.A. Anthropology & B.F.A. Fine Arts (1980, University of Delaware) Ph.D. Anthropology (1990, University of New Mexico) Her research interests include zooarchaeology, Paleolithic decorative traditions, and the forager-farmer transition. Major projects explore domestication pathways in Anatolia and ecological adaptations in Mediterranean prehistory. Recent work examines animal management practices at Aşıklı Höyük and early symbolic behavior in Morocco. Grants & Awards: 2021: Fryxell Prize, Society for American Archaeology 2014: UA Regents' Professor 2010: Leverhulme Trust Visiting Professorship Lab/Team Affiliations: Core faculty in the University of Arizona's Archaeology Program Collaborator on Aşıklı Höyük excavations (Turkey) Principal investigator for Bizmoune Cave (Morocco) mollusk studies

Shara E BaileyView profile

Professor

• Biological Anthropology
• Paleoanthropology
• Dental Morphology
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Shara E. Bailey is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at New York University's College of Arts and Science. She holds a Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. from Arizona State University (2002, 1995, 1992). Her work focuses on biological anthropology, paleoanthropology, and dental morphology, particularly in studying Middle-Late Pleistocene hominins, Neandertals, and modern human origins. Bailey directs the Center for the Study of Human Origins and serves as Associate Chair of her department. Recent research includes analyses of Neanderthal teeth from Axlor (Iberia), Upper Paleolithic remains from Lebanon, and hominin fossils from Olorgesailie, Kenya. She has advised four PhD students graduate between 2020-2022, now working at institutions in the UK, Switzerland, and the USA. Her work bridges morphometrics, ancient DNA, and archaeological context to understand human evolution. Education : Arizona State University (Ph.D. 2002, M.A. 1995, B.A. 1992) Key Projects : - Rediscovery of early Upper Paleolithic remains at Ksar Akil (Lebanon) - Analysis of Axlor Neanderthal remains (Spain) - Study of Olorgesailie hominin teeth (Kenya) Her research highlights dental morphology’s role in tracking hominin diversity, migration patterns, and evolutionary adaptations. Bailey’s methodologies include cutting-edge morphometrics, SEM-EDS elemental analysis, and algorithmic reconstruction of worn teeth. Her work frequently addresses taxonomic debates, such as distinguishing Homo sapiens from Neanderthals through dental traits. Bailey collaborates internationally, leading fieldwork in Europe, Africa, and South America, and publishes widely on dental evidence for human origins and population dynamics. Administrative Roles : Director, Center for the Study of Human Origins; Associate Chair, Department of Anthropology (NYU).

Juan Jesus Cantillo DuarteView profile

Assistant Professor

• Prehistory
• Archaeomalacology
• Marine Resource Exploitation
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Juan Jesus Cantillo Duarte is an Assistant Professor of Prehistory at the University of Cádiz, Spain, affiliated with the Department of History, Geography and Philosophy and the Marine Research Institute (INMAR). He is a member of the HUM1127 THALASSA research group focused on Megalithism and coastal societies of Recent Prehistory in the southern Iberian Peninsula. His academic credentials include accreditation by ANECA as Assistant Professor Doctor, Private University Professor and Hired Professor Doctor. Dr. Cantillo Duarte earned his doctorate from the University of Cádiz in 2012 with the thesis "Archaeomalacological analysis of the Shelter and Cave of Benzú (Ceuta) the use of aquatic resources by prehistoric societies in the historical region of the Strait of Gibraltar," supervised by Dr. José Ramos Muñoz and Dr. Milagrosa Soriguer Escofet. His research primarily focuses on archaeomalacological analysis of prehistoric societies, particularly examining marine resource exploitation by Paleolithic, Neolithic, and Bronze Age communities in the Strait of Gibraltar region. His work spans both European and North African shores of this geohistorical region. His publication record is extensive, with 196 publications listed on ResearchGate, demonstrating consistent scholarly output across multiple disciplines within archaeology. The most recent publications (2023-2025) show a continued focus on marine resource exploitation, with increasing methodological sophistication including stable isotope analysis, digital documentation techniques, and interdisciplinary approaches. His research increasingly bridges traditional archaeological analysis with environmental studies and digital humanities. Corresponding Member of the Instituto de Estudios Ceuties (attached to CSIC) Honorary Member of the Duartiano Institute of the Dominican Republic Dr. Cantillo Duarte serves as Managing Director of the Museo de Historia y Arqueología de Vejer since 2014 and has participated in numerous archaeological projects across southern Spain and northern Morocco. His collaborative work extends to institutions including Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Universidad de La Laguna, and the National Museum of Roman Art in Mérida. His fieldwork has contributed significantly to understanding coastal adaptations of prehistoric societies in the western Mediterranean.

JOSE FRANCISCO RAMOS MUÑOZView profile

Professor

• Prehistory
• Archaeology
• Paleolithic Societies
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Dr. José Francisco Ramos Muñoz is a Full Professor of Prehistory in the Department of History, Geography and Philosophy at the University of Cádiz, Spain. He has held this position since 1998 (with Full Professor status since 1997) and leads the HUM1130 research group focused on hunter-gatherer societies in the geohistorical region of the Strait of Gibraltar. His work involves extensive collaboration with international institutions, including the German Archaeological Institute and universities across Europe. Professor of Prehistory, University of Cádiz (1998-present) Researcher in charge of PAI-HUM-440 Group Editor of Revista Atlántica-Mediterránea de Prehistoria y Arqueología Social Visiting Professor at universities in Faro, Köln, Nantes, and Rennes Dr. Ramos Muñoz specializes in Paleolithic and Neolithic societies with particular expertise in Neanderthal studies, rock art analysis, and marine resource exploitation by prehistoric communities. His research focuses on the geoarchaeological study of natural environments, archaeometry, palaeoecology, and the analysis of social and economic organization of prehistoric hunter-gatherer societies in the Strait of Gibraltar region. His work at Cueva de Ardales and Sima de las Palomas de Teba has been particularly influential in understanding Neanderthal occupations and early symbolic behavior. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate continued scholarly productivity with over 15 major works, primarily focusing on Neanderthal studies, Paleolithic art, geoarchaeological analysis of lithic materials, and marine resource exploitation. These works show a consistent pattern of interdisciplinary research combining traditional archaeological methods with advanced scientific techniques including uranium-series dating, photogrammetry, and geochemical analysis. His research increasingly emphasizes digital conservation methods for endangered archaeological sites. Dr. Ramos Muñoz has received recognition through 5 six-year research periods (most recently 2009-2014), 6 five-year teaching periods, and 5 sections of Complementos Autonómicos from the Andalusian Regional Ministry of Innovation, Science and Enterprise. Supervised 15 doctoral theses Supervised 7 DEA theses Supervised 17 TFMs and 4 TFGs Currently supervising 4 Doctoral Theses Over 95 national and international conference presentations More than 115 academic lectures He directs the interdisciplinary research team working on Cueva de Ardales and Sima de las Palomas de Teba, which includes Spanish and German researchers from multiple institutions. His work with the PAI-HUM-440 research group has produced significant insights into hunter-gatherer societies in the Strait of Gibraltar region, with particular focus on the exploitation of marine resources and coastal settlement patterns.

Emily Lena JonesView profile

Professor

• Zooarchaeology
• Human-Environment Interactions
• Historical Biogeography
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Emily Lena Jones is a Professor and UNM Regents' Lecturer in the Department of Anthropology at the University of New Mexico, where she has served since 2012. She directs the UNM Zooarchaeology Laboratory and coordinates the Master’s program in Public Archaeology. Her work bridges archaeological science and environmental studies through innovative zooarchaeological approaches. Her educational background includes a BA from Vassar College (1996), MA (2001), and PhD (2004) from the University of Washington. Prior to UNM, she held faculty positions at Diné College and Utah State University following a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Arizona. Dr. Jones specializes in human-animal-environment interactions across temporal and geographic scales, with particular expertise in the Pleistocene-Holocene transition of Western Europe and post-Columbian Americas. Her research integrates traditional zooarchaeology with stable isotope analysis to examine domestication processes, colonization impacts, and long-term environmental change. Current projects investigate horse societies in the Americas, Columbian exchange effects in New Mexico, and refugia dynamics during Paleolithic transitions. Her 15 most recent publications (2019-2022) reveal a consistent focus on zooarchaeological methodology and human-environment systems, with significant contributions to understanding animal domestication spectra, socio-ecological resilience, and cross-continental biogeographic shifts. Geographically, her work spans Southwestern US, Iberian Peninsula, and Southeast Asia, demonstrating exceptional interdisciplinary range. Weatherhead Resident Scholar (School for Advanced Research, 2024-2025) Dr. Jones has mentored numerous doctoral students including William Taylor, Cyler Conrad, and Milena Carvalho, whose careers now span global institutions. Though currently unable to accept new graduate students, she maintains active research collaborations and has secured significant project funding for her investigations into historical biogeography and human adaptation. Her work frequently appears in high-impact journals like Antiquity and American Antiquity . The UNM Zooarchaeology Laboratory under her direction houses comparative skeletal collections for Southwest US fauna, 3D scanners, and analytical equipment. Despite being closed for 2024-2025 academic year except by arrangement, it remains a vital resource for studying human-animal relationships through time.

• Molecular Environmental Archaeology
• Ancient DNA Analysis (paleogenetics)
• Paleoproteomics
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Camilla Speller is an Associate Professor at the Department of Anthropology, University of British Columbia, specializing in Molecular Environmental Archaeology . Her research integrates ancient DNA, proteomics, and ZooMS for analyzing human-environment interactions across diverse regions including the Pacific Northwest, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. BA in Archaeology & Biological Anthropology (University of Calgary) MA & PhD in Archaeology (Simon Fraser University, 2005, 2009) Postdoctoral Fellowships: SSHRC (University of Calgary), Marie Curie (University of York) Her work focuses on: Marine Ecosystems : Long-term fishing patterns and sustainable practices Human-Animal Interactions : Domestication (turkeys), biodiversity impacts Ancient Microbiomes : Dental calculus and coprolite analysis Recent publications highlight advancements in ZooMS, proteomic dietary studies, and marine resource reconstructions. Her lab, the Ancient DNA and Proteins (ADαPT) Facility, develops cutting-edge biomolecular methods. Scientific Awards : 2010 Governor General’s Gold Medal 2016 Philip Leverhulme Prize 2019 CFI-John Evans Leadership Fund 2022 Killam Accelerator Fellowship She supervises research students and leads interdisciplinary collaborations in biomolecular archaeology, with grants from NSERC, New Frontiers in Research Fund (Tri-Council), and NSF.

DERYA SİLİBOLATLAZ BAYKARAView profile

Associate Professor

• Zooarchaeology
• Physical Anthropology
• Paleoanthropology
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Associate Professor Derya Silibolatlız Baykara is affiliated with Gaziantep University Migration Institute since 2020, specializing in Urbanization and Social Integration . Previously, she served as an Anthropology Department Lecturer at Van Yüzüncü Yil University (2019-2020) and Research Assistant at Middle East Technical University (2009-2013). Education : Ph.D. in Settlement Archaeology (Middle East Technical University, 2014), MA in Settlement Archaeology (2009), BA in Physics and Paleoanthropology (Ankara University, 2005) Her research focuses on Zooarchaeology , Paleoanthropology , and Archaeometry , analyzing animal remains from Paleolithic to Hellenistic periods in Anatolia. Key projects include isotopic studies at Kültepe-Kanesh and ancient DNA analysis in Southeastern Anatolia. She has authored 8 book chapters and 13 peer-reviewed articles. Scientific Awards : Research Fellowship, British Institute at Ankara (2023) Turkish Fellowship, American Research Institute (2011) Work Award, YÖK (2013) She has supervised 4 theses and participated in 30 international/national conferences, including studies on Neanderthal-human interactions at Üçağızlı II Cave and pig domestication during PPNB. Her teaching includes courses on Research Methods in Migration Studies and Environmental Archaeology .

Xing GaoView profile

Professor

• Paleolithic Cultures
• Lithic Technology
• Hominin Behavior
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Xing Gao is a Professor at the Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. He specializes in Paleolithic archaeology with a focus on Chinese and East Asian early human cultures. Current research examines lithic technology evolution Investigates behavioral modernity in East Asia Studies zooarchaeological evidence for subsistence patterns Develops geochronological frameworks for Paleolithic sites His recent work on 300,000-year-old wooden tools at Gantangqing reveals sophisticated plant-based subsistence strategies in tropical environments. This discovery challenges traditional stone-tool-centric views of Paleolithic cultures. Key contributions include: Revising chronological frameworks for Chinese Paleolithic sites Documenting microblade technology specialization Investigating environmental context of human behaviors Developing interdisciplinary methodologies His research collaborators include international experts in chronology, taphonomy, and paleoecology.

Gabriele RussoView profile

Researcher

• Zooarchaeology
• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Human Evolution
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Gabriele Russo is a Ph.D. candidate in Zooarchaeology at the University of Tübingen under the ERC project REVIVE, focusing on Late Pleistocene Lebanese faunal material. His work bridges traditional zooarchaeological methods with isotopic analysis, paleoproteomics, and geometric morphometrics to study human cognition evolution and subsistence strategies during Paleolithic transitional periods. Education : B.A. in Archaeology (2017, La Sapienza University of Rome), M.Sc. in Archaeological Sciences (2021, University of Tübingen) Research Interests center on Neanderthal behavioral complexity, symbolic expression, and ecological adaptation. His fieldwork spans 17 campaigns across Italy, Germany, and South Africa, with specific contributions to lithic spear technology cave lion exploitation giant deer dietary flexibility engraved bone symbolism . Publication Trends reveal expertise in Paleolithic human-animal interactions, including Neanderthal lion hunting, symbolic behavior analysis, and dietary reconstruction using wear patterns. His work engages with large-scale projects like SignBase, mapping geometric signs across continents. Labs & Projects include the University of Tübingen's Palaeoanthropology group, Niedersächsische Landesamt für Denkmalpflege (Lower Saxony heritage office), and collaborative SignBase/SFB 1070 initiatives.

• Geoarchaeology
• Quaternary Paleoecology
• Geomorphology
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Carlos Cordova is a Professor of Geography at Oklahoma State University and an Adjunct Professor at the Boone Pickens School of Geology. His research focuses on Geoarchaeology, Quaternary Paleoecology, and Geomorphology, exploring interactions between climate, biota, and human societies across Africa, Asia, and the Americas. He holds a PhD from The University of Texas at Austin (1997). Research Interests: Geoarchaeology and paleoenvironmental reconstruction Lacustrine dynamics and human adaptation Climate change impacts on vegetation and land use Phytolith and sediment analysis Recent Projects: Late Quaternary evolution of southern African grasslands Human-climate interaction in the Middle Volga Region Lacustrine systems of the Basin of Mexico Teaching: Physical Geography Climate Change Biogeography Geoarchaeological methods Publications: Recent works focus on lacustrine systems, paleofire dynamics, and phytolith-based paleoenvironmental analysis Authored The Lakes of the Basin of Mexico (Springer, 2022) Grants and Labs: Interdisciplinary collaborations in geoarchaeology and paleoclimatology Fieldwork in Mexico, Jordan, South Africa, and Australia

• Archaeology
• Indonesian Prehistory
• Human Evolution
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Adam Brumm is a Professor of Archaeology at Griffith University, affiliated with the School of Environment and Science and the Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science. A leading expert in Indonesian prehistory and human evolution, he has conducted over 21 years of fieldwork in Indonesia, notably on Flores and Sulawesi. His research bridges archaeology and earth sciences, focusing on hominin fossils, rock art, and human-animal relations. He joined Griffith University in 2014 and became a full professor in 2019, co-founding the Australian Research Centre for Human Evolution (ARCHE). Brumm holds degrees from the University of Queensland (B.A., 1995–97), James Cook University (B.A. (Hons), 1999–2000), and an Australian National University Ph.D. (2007). He has been awarded prestigious fellowships, including an ARC Future Fellowship and election to the Australian Academy of the Humanities (2024). His research interests include Southeast Asian prehistory, hominin evolution, Pleistocene rock art, and the origins of symbolic behavior. Notable discoveries include the oldest surviving narrative cave art (51,200+ years) and evidence of a 31,000-year-old surgical amputation in Borneo. He currently supervises four doctoral students and leads ARC-funded projects on Indonesian rock art and Pleistocene human occupation. Brumm’s awards include the Achmad Bakrie Award (2022), Shanghai Archaeology Forum’s 2023 Field Discovery Award, and two Ulm-Ross Prizes. He is a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London and contributes to the ARC College of Experts.

• Paleoecology
• Isotope Geochemistry
• Paleoanthropology
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Alex Bertacchi is a Research Fellow in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Yale University, affiliated with the Wostbrock lab. His research focuses on reconstructing past ecological and climatic conditions to understand hominin subsistence strategies and mobility patterns. Specializing in stable and radiogenic isotope analysis, he investigates incremental biological tissues to explore Cenozoic seasonality and its impact on human evolution. Current projects include analyzing triple oxygen isotopes in tooth enamel from modern and fossil mammals to reconstruct water usage patterns. His work spans multiple regions including Malawi, southwestern France, and the Swabian Jura in Germany. Key research themes include forager territorial behavior, faunal exploitation patterns, and the application of multi-proxy methods in paleoenvironmental reconstruction. Publications emphasize methodological advancements in zooarchaeology and isotopic analysis, particularly in addressing diagenetic alteration in archaeological materials. He has contributed to studies of mortuary practices, ancient DNA, and the behavioral ecology of prehistoric human groups. His interdisciplinary approach integrates geochemistry, archaeology, and primatology to address questions about human adaptation and environmental interaction. Lab affiliations include the Wostbrock lab at Yale, where he applies cutting-edge isotope geochemistry techniques to explore mammalian paleoecology. His work bridges the gap between geological records and anthropological interpretations, offering novel insights into human and environmental co-evolution.

Bruce HardyView profile

Professor

• Paleoanthropology
• Neanderthal Studies
• Human Evolution
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Bruce Hardy is Professor of Anthropology at Kenyon College, where he has been faculty since 2004. His research focuses on Paleolithic archaeology, Neanderthal behavior, and human evolution, with extensive fieldwork across Europe and Africa. Professor Hardy's work has provided groundbreaking evidence on Neanderthal technology, including the earliest known fiber technology dating back 50,000 years. Educational background includes a PhD from Indiana University Bloomington (1994), MA from Indiana University Bloomington (1991), and BA from Emory University (1988). Research interests center on reconstructing Paleolithic lifeways through multidisciplinary approaches. Current investigations examine: Neanderthal subsistence strategies and dietary adaptations Cognitive implications of Paleolithic technology Site formation processes in karst environments Human-environment interactions during the Pleistocene Publication analysis reveals strong focus on lithic technology, taphonomy, and site occupation patterns, with recent work emphasizing experimental approaches to artifact function. Research consistently integrates zooarchaeology, geoarchaeology, and microscopic analysis to reconstruct behavioral patterns. Honors include the John B. McCoy-Banc One Distinguished Teaching Chair recognizing pedagogical excellence. Professor Hardy mentors students through field research opportunities at Paleolithic sites and laboratory analysis.

Michael BrandlView profile

Lecturer

• Prehistoric Archaeology
• Lithic Raw Material Analysis
• Geoarchaeology
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Michael Brandl is a Lecturer at the University of Vienna and Karl-Franzens-University Graz, and a Researcher at the Austrian Academy of Sciences' Institute for Oriental and European Archaeology (OREA). He specializes in lithic raw material analysis using the Multi-Layered Chert Sourcing Approach (MLA), focusing on provenance studies of prehistoric stone tools and mining practices. His work spans Neolithic chert quarries in Styria, Paleolithic tool procurement strategies, and geoarchaeological investigations in Austria, Serbia, and the Gulf of Oman. Education: Master’s (2005) and PhD (2013) in Prehistoric Archaeology from the University of Vienna. Professional experience includes field director roles and guest research positions with the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Research Interests: Raw material analysis methodologies, prehistoric mining practices worldwide, socio-economic aspects of lithic resource management, and geoarchaeological site studies. He leads the OREA Raw Material Lab and coordinates interdisciplinary projects like 'BergbauLandschaftWien' and 'Radiolarite Mining in Vienna.' Recent publications focus on lithic sourcing in contexts ranging from Neanderthal sites to Early Bronze Age trading posts. His work integrates geochemical analyses, field archaeology, and theoretical models to explore human-environment interactions and mobility patterns.

• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Quaternary Archaeology
• Settlement Patterns
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Thomas Einwögerer is a renowned archaeologist and Head of the Quaternary Archaeology Research Group at the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW). He holds a PhD from the University of Vienna and has been a research associate at the ÖAW since 2000. He has led major excavations at Upper Paleolithic sites such as Krems-Wachtberg and Kammern-Grubgraben, focusing on Gravettian culture and settlement patterns. His work integrates archaeology with environmental science, geochemistry, and genetics to understand human adaptation during the Last Glacial Maximum. Einwögerer also teaches at the University of Vienna’s Institute for Prehistory and Historical Archaeology and advises on heritage preservation for the Federal Office for the Protection of Monuments. Research interests include Paleolithic settlement dynamics, lithic technology, experimental archaeology, and the analysis of art and jewelry. Key projects involve reconstructing subsistence strategies through stable isotope analysis and investigating spatial organization at open-air sites. His studies on infant burials at Krems-Wachtberg (e.g., twin remains) have advanced bioarchaeological understanding of early human social structures. Publications span over 40 peer-reviewed articles, including seminal works on the Kammern-Grubgraben site and the application of geochemical proxies in archaeological contexts. Collaborative projects with institutions like the University of Vienna and international researchers highlight his role in advancing interdisciplinary paleoenvironmental and archaeological research.