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• Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Gravettian Culture
• Lithic Analysis
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Roswitha Thomas serves as a Project Fellow in the Quaternary Archaeology Research Group at the Institute for Oriental and European Archaeology, part of the Austrian Academy of Sciences in Vienna. Her work focuses on Paleolithic archaeology with particular expertise in Gravettian culture and lithic analysis. Her educational background includes studies in prehistory and early history, geology, and art history at the University of Cologne. Professional experience spans from 1991-1993 as a scientific officer at the Rhenish Office for the Preservation of Archaeological Monuments in Bonn, followed by excavation management of Neolithic to modern archaeological sites in the Rhineland until 2004. She subsequently worked as an archaeological specialist in Lower and Upper Austria, with freelance assignments for various museums and the Prehistoric Commission of the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Thomas's research centers on Palaeolithic LMP, Gravettian, and Late Palaeolithic investigations, with specific focus on typological and morphological evaluation of flint artefacts and microchronological-spatial settlement dynamics of Palaeolithic open-air settlements. Her work frequently examines archaeological sites in Austria, particularly the Krems-Wachtberg complex, employing interdisciplinary approaches that combine archaeological data with sediment parameters to understand site formation processes. Her publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to major journals including Journal of Paleolithic Archaeology, Journal of Quaternary Science, and Quaternary International, with recent work analyzing material culture evolution in Gravettian points from Lower Austria and Moravia. Thomas has authored a significant monograph on the Jungpaläolithikum of Krems-Wachtberg covering excavations from 2005-2015. As a long-term scientific employee of the Quaternary Archaeology Research Group since 2010, Thomas collaborates extensively with international researchers on projects examining hunter-gatherer mobility, subsistence strategies during the Last Glacial Maximum, and lithic resource management across Central Europe. Her fieldwork integrates excavation management with detailed artifact analysis, contributing to broader understandings of Paleolithic settlement patterns and technological adaptations.

• Prehistoric Archaeology
• Paleoecology
• Plant Use in Prehistoric Diets
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Professor Karen Hardy is a leading scholar in prehistoric archaeology, specializing in early human interactions with plants, environments, and technologies. Currently based at the University of Glasgow, she previously held the ICREA Research Professorship (2008–2022) and was awarded an ERC Advanced Grant (2022) for her project on pre-agricultural plant use. Her research integrates archaeology, ethnography, and experimental methods to explore topics like Mesolithic coastal adaptations, dental calculus analysis, and Neanderthal diets. Education: PhD in Archaeology (1993, UCL). Key roles include leading the Scotland’s First Settlers project (1998–2004) and co-editing volumes on coastal archaeology and plant use. Her work bridges prehistoric subsistence strategies, environmental change, and cultural innovation. Research focuses on plant utilization (food, medicine, tools), Mesolithic subsistence, and submerged landscapes. Notable findings include evidence for medicinal plant use in Neanderthals and seaweed consumption in ancient Europe. Her ERC-funded project examines plants' social and genetic roles before agriculture. Publications span 75+ articles, including landmark studies on dental calculus, shell middens, and starch analysis. Awards include the EU Marie Curie Fellowship (2005) and UKRI ERC replacement funding (2022). She collaborates globally, with fieldwork in Scotland, Senegal, and the Near East. Grants: ERC Advanced Grant (€2.5m), UKRI funding, and Marie Curie Fellowship. Active in academic leadership, including journal editing and conference organization. Her work highlights interdisciplinary approaches to understanding human-environment interactions.

Ignacio Martín-LermaView profile

Professor

• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Neanderthal Ecology
• Lithic Technology
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Ignacio Martín-Lerma is a Professor at the University of Murcia within the Department of Prehistory, Archaeology, Ancient History, Medieval History and Historiographic Sciences and Techniques. He holds a PhD in Prehistory from the Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (UNED) and specializes in Paleolithic studies, particularly focusing on Neanderthal ecology and the Middle-to-Upper Paleolithic transition. Research Focus: Paleolithic archaeology, lithic technology analysis, use-wear studies, and science communication. Key Projects: Director of archaeological excavations at Cueva del Arco in Cieza, Spain, with a focus on Gravettian and Aurignacian occupations. His interdisciplinary research combines lithic analysis, paleobotanical data, and geochemical techniques to understand human settlement patterns in Mediterranean Iberia. Recent publications explore topics like Neanderthal persistence in Southern Europe and the functional aspects of Magdalenian stone tools. He has also pioneered science communication initiatives targeting intellectual disability communities, including field experiences and itinerant exhibitions. Notable Outputs: The Early Upper Palaeolithic in Cueva del Arco (2024) - Multidisciplinary analysis of Gravettian occupation in Mediterranean Iberia Precise dating of the Middle-to-Upper Paleolithic transition in Murcia (2017) - Evidence for 3,000-year delay in Neanderthal-modern human transition

Irina Marie VelskoView profile

Research Fellow

• Oral Microbiome Ecology
• Evolutionary Microbiology
• Host-Microbiome Interactions
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Irina Marie Velsko is a Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology (MPI-EVA), Department of Archaeogenetics in Leipzig, Germany. She leads research on ancient dental calculus and oral microbiome evolution, focusing on microbial coevolution with humans and the impact of cultural transitions on oral health. Her work integrates wet-lab and computational methods, including bacterial genomics and ancient metagenomics. Education: PhD in Biomedical Sciences, University of Florida College of Medicine (2014) BA in Biology, University of California, Santa Barbara College of Creative Studies (2010) Research Interests: Ecology and evolution of the oral microbiome Host-microbiome interactions Applications of ancient biomolecules Coevolution of human and microbial systems Key Contributions: Standardized protocols for oral microbiome data analysis Publications foundational to ancient microbiome research Leadership in open data initiatives like AncientMetagenomeDir Grants & Awards: NIH F31 pre-doctoral fellowship (2010–2014) Lab & Collaborations: Core member of the Microbiome Group led by Dr. Christina Warinner, contributing to interdisciplinary projects on Paleolithic microbiota and ancient biomolecule analysis.

Jamie GentilleView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Zooarchaeology
• Human Behavioral Ecology
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Jamie Gentille, MPH, CCLS, is an Adjunct Professor in Biobehavioral Health at George Mason University and Director of Child Life Services at Inova Children’s Hospital since 2002. She is also a Certified Child Life Specialist and Ambassador for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. Education: BS in Biobehavioral Health (Penn State University), MPH (Walden University) Her research bridges human behavioral ecology, zooarchaeology, and Paleolithic studies, with a focus on: Human adaptation to unfamiliar landscapes Zooarchaeological analysis of Middle/Upper Paleolithic sites Stable isotope applications in paleoecology Artificial cranial modification practices DNA preservation in Levantine sediments Climate change impacts on prehistoric cultures Recent publications emphasize faunal remains from Sibudu Cave, DNA preservation in Paleolithic contexts, and isotopic proxy studies. Her work integrates taphonomic analysis with cultural evolution debates.

Alison S. BrooksView profile

Professor

• Paleoanthropology
• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Human Evolution
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Alison S. Brooks is a Professor of Anthropology at George Washington University and a Research Associate at the Smithsonian Institution. She is a paleoanthropologist and Paleolithic archaeologist with expertise in early modern humans, African prehistory, and stone tool technologies. She holds affiliations with the CAI Core and CASHP Core Faculty, and has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and a Member of the National Academy of Sciences. Education: PhD (1979) and MA (1967) from Harvard University, B.A. (1965) from Radcliffe College Key Research: Middle Stone Age Africa, hominin evolution, and Neanderthal dietary studies Her research focuses on African archaeological sites like the Middle Awash Valley (Ethiopia) and Olorgesailie Basin (Kenya), exploring human origins and technological innovation. Notable contributions include debates on modern Homo sapiens emergence and isotopic studies of ancient diets. Publications emphasize experimental archaeology, paleodietary reconstruction, and interdisciplinary methods. Her work has been honored with the Medal of Honor from Toulouse (2016) and the Trachtenberg Prize (1994). Teaching: Courses span biological anthropology, Old World prehistory, and archaeological theory Labs: Active in the Stone Age Archaeology Laboratory

Darren CurnoeView profile

Associate Professor

• Human Evolution
• Paleontology
• Archaeology
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Associate Professor Darren Curnoe is an Honorary Associate Professor at the School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences, UNSW. His research focuses on human origins, integrating fossil and archaeological evidence to explore hominin evolution, migration patterns, and interactions between archaic and modern humans. He collaborates internationally with institutions in China, South Africa, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka. His work spans studies of early Homo species in Africa, the 'Red Deer Cave people' in Southwest China, and the 'Deep Skull' in Borneo. Notable projects include reanalyzing the Maludong archaeological site and excavating Trader’s Cave in Niah National Park. Curnoe also investigates environmental impacts on species like the chacma baboon and explores primate hybridization in Asia. Research interests include: 1) The physical and cultural evidence of human evolution across East/Southeast Asia and Australasia; 2) Chronological frameworks for fossil sites using advanced dating techniques; 3) Human-environment interactions during climate transitions; 4) Primate conservation and rehabilitation practices; and 5) Repatriation of Indigenous remains through genetic research. His publications address topics such as cave chronology, hominin morphology, and the peopling of Southeast Asia. Awards or fellowships are not explicitly stated in the text, though his contributions to evolutionary anthropology are widely recognized. He advises students through collaborative research projects but no formal advisee names are listed. Grants and funding sources are not detailed here. Curnoe leads or participates in fieldwork teams at sites like Niah Caves, Maludong Cave, and Kota Tampan. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining geology, genetics, and archaeology to unravel human prehistory.

Darko StojanovskiView profile

Academic

• Neolithic socio-economic and cultural change in Southeastern Europe
• Pottery production and use
• Human–environment interaction
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Dr Darko Stojanovski is a prehistoric archaeologist from North Macedonia who currently works as a post-doctoral researcher in the Prehistoric Phenomena Research Group of the Austrian Archaeological Institute (OeAI, Austrian Academy of Sciences, Vienna). In parallel he has served since 2022 as Lecturer in Prehistoric Archaeology at Goce Delčev University in Štip. Since 2019 he directs excavations at the Neolithic site of Amzabegovo (Barutnica) and since 2017 co-directs the Paleolithic Research in Eastern Macedonia project. Education BA in Archaeology, University of Veliko Tarnovo (2007) MA in Quaternary and Prehistory (Erasmus Mundus), University of Ferrara (2010–2012) PhD in Quaternary and Prehistory (Erasmus Mundus), joint programme University of Ferrara / Polytechnic Institute of Tomar / University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro (2014–2017) Research Interests Dr Stojanovski’s work centres on Neolithic socio-economic and cultural change in the Balkans , integrating ceramic technology, human-environment interaction and GIS-based spatial analysis. He explores how pottery production, subsistence strategies (especially dairying) and settlement patterns articulate with broader processes of Neolithization, using cutting-edge methods such as organic residue analysis and geo-spatial modelling. Current projects apply high-resolution GIS to reconstruct activity areas at Amzabegovo and Svinjarichka Chuka along the Vardar–Morava Neolithic Corridor , while his earlier Bristol-based research produced ground-breaking data on lipid residues in Iberian Neolithic ceramics. From 2018 he contributed to the ERC BIRTH project at the Biosense Institute, examining Neolithic human nutrition across the Balkans. Publication Trends Between 2018 and 2025 Stojanovski has authored or co-authored more than twenty articles. The corpus is dominated by site reports and technological analyses of Middle Palaeolithic and Neolithic locales in Macedonia, Portugal and the wider Balkans. A clear trajectory is visible from descriptive excavation reports to methodologically advanced residue and isotope studies that illuminate prehistoric diet, dairying and ceramic technology. Recent works increasingly integrate geo-spatial and bioarchaeological datasets , reflecting his dual expertise in field archaeology and laboratory science. Awards & Fellowships Erasmus Mundus Master Scholarship (2010–2012) Erasmus Mundus PhD Fellowship (2014–2017) ERC BIRTH Project Post-doctoral Fellowship, Biosense Institute, University of Novi Sad (2018) Grants & Field Projects Project Director, Excavations at Amzabegovo (Barutnica) (2019–present) Co-Director, Paleolithic Research in Eastern Macedonia (2017–present) Principal Investigator, The Vardar–Morava Neolithic Corridor: Embedding Data and Building Narratives Principal Investigator, NEOSOL: Soil Archives of Neolithization along the Vardar–Morava Laboratory & Team Affiliations At the Austrian Archaeological Institute he works within the Prehistoric Phenomena Research Group , collaborating closely with colleagues in Vienna on comparative Neolithic studies. Field teams under his direction include graduate students and volunteers from Goce Delčev University and international partner institutions, ensuring vibrant training opportunities and cross-border scientific cooperation.

• Archaeology
• Paleolithic Adaptations
• Hunter-Gatherer-Fishers
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Karisa Terry is a Senior Lecturer at Central Washington University, specializing in Paleolithic archaeology with a focus on Northeast Asia. Her research examines hunter-gatherer adaptations, migration patterns, and technological innovations in prehistoric contexts. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Siberia, Japan, and the Kuril region, analyzing settlement patterns, lithic technology, and ceramic emergence. Her work emphasizes cross-disciplinary approaches, combining archaeological data with geological and climatic analyses to understand human-environment interactions during the Late Pleistocene and Early Holocene. Key research themes include coastal migration routes, site formation processes, and the socio-technical dynamics of ceramic and microlithic technology emergence. Dr. Terry's publications address critical debates in Upper Paleolithic chronology, particularly challenging traditional Beringian standstill models through Northeast Asian archaeological evidence. She has contributed to understanding how populations adapted to glacial maximum conditions in Siberia and Japan, with recent studies focusing on Transbaikal campsite organization and ceramic origins in eastern Eurasia.

Katerina Harvati-PapatheodorouView profile

Professor

• Paleoanthropology
• Human Evolution
• Neanderthal Paleobiology
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Prof. Katerina Harvati is the Director of the Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoecology at the University of Tübingen, where she holds the Chair of Paleoanthropology. She also serves as President of the European Society for the Study of Human Evolution (ESHE) and Editor-in-Chief of PaleoAnthropology. Her research spans Neanderthal biology, modern human origins, and virtual anthropology, with a focus on Southeast Europe and the Mediterranean. She leads major initiatives such as the ERC-funded CROSSROADS and FIRSTSTEPS projects, and has conducted long-term fieldwork in Greece. Education: PhD in Anthropology (CUNY Graduate Center, 2001), Habilitation (University of Tübingen, 2009). Former roles include Senior Researcher at the Max Planck Institute (2004-2009) and Assistant Professor at NYU (2001-2004). Research Interests : Neanderthal evolution, modern human dispersals, virtual anthropology (3D reconstruction), primate evolution, genotype-phenotype relationships, and paleoenvironmental studies. Current projects include the DFG Centre 'Words, Bones, Genes, Tools' (co-directed with Prof. Jäger) and the Megalopolis Basin paleontological surveys. Awards : Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize (2021) ERC Advanced Grant (2022-2028) Shanghai Archaeology Forum Award (2023) Leopoldina Membership (2022) Grants & Leadership : ERC Starting Grant (PaGE, 2012-2016) ERC Consolidator Grant (CROSSROADS, 2017-2022) Director of SapienCE (University of Bergen, 2020-) Leader of DFG Centre 'Words, Bones, Genes, Tools' (2014-) Labs & Collaborations : Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoecology Palaeoanthropology Lab (Tübingen) International field projects in Greece, Turkey, and North Africa

Chris BaumannView profile

Researcher

• Paleoecology
• Zooarchaeology
• Stable Isotope Analysis
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Dr. Chris Baumann is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Senckenberg HEP Institute in Tübingen, Germany, with his own DFG grant "Drill a little bit deeper" (Project ID: 539325077). Previously, he worked on the ERC Project MAMBA at the same institute (2024-2025) and was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Geosciences at the University of Tübingen and the University of Glasgow (2023-2024) as part of the Powerful Plants project. Dr. Baumann's educational background includes: PhD in Archaeological Sciences - Zooarchaeology from the University of Tübingen (2017-2020) M.Sc. in Archaeological Sciences - Zooarchaeology from the University of Tübingen (2014-2016) B.A. in Prehistoric Archaeology and Anthropology from the University of Jena (2007-2011) Dr. Baumann's research focuses on the ecology of Pleistocene faunal communities in Europe, trophic and ecological niche partitioning of carnivores, anthropogenic impact on animal niches, and early symbiotic relationships between humans and animals. His work particularly examines paleo-synanthropism and domestication processes, using stable isotope analysis and advanced statistical methods to understand human-animal interactions in the deep past. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on human-animal relationships during the Pleistocene, particularly examining foxes, ravens, and hyenas as indicators of human impact on ecosystems. His research combines zooarchaeological analysis with stable isotope techniques to reconstruct dietary patterns and ecological niches, revealing how human activities shaped animal behavior and community structures thousands of years ago. Dr. Baumann serves as a Review Editor for Archaeological Isotope Analysis at Frontiers in Environmental Archaeology and is a member of several professional organizations including the Archäozoologenverband (AZV), where he serves as contact person at the University of Tübingen, the Gesellschaft für Urgeschichte (GfU), and the European Association of Archaeologists (EAA). He has supervised multiple students including Ayenne Sara Akarsu (B.Sc. in Biology) on hair isotope analysis of wildcats and house cats, and Theoni Panagiotopoulou (M.Sc. in Scientific Archaeology) on Magdalenian environments. His current research is supported by a DFG grant "Drill a little bit deeper" (Project ID: 539325077) and previously by the ERC Project MAMBA (Grant agreement ID: 101045245) and the Powerful Plants project (EPSRC grant no. EP/X025160/1). Dr. Baumann is affiliated with the Biogeology Research Group at the University of Tübingen, led by Prof. Hervé Bocherens, where he contributes to research on human evolution and paleoenvironments. His work bridges archaeology, ecology, and stable isotope analysis to understand long-term human-environment interactions.

Miriam Cubas MoreraView profile

Researcher

• Prehistory
• Neolithic Archaeology
• Archaeological Science
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Miriam Cubas Morera is a Ramón y Cajal Researcher in the Area of Prehistory, Department of History and Philosophy at the University of Alcalá, Spain. Her research is deeply interdisciplinary, integrating archaeological fieldwork, typological analysis, and advanced scientific methods such as organic residue and petrographic analysis. Education: PhD in Archaeology, Universidad de Cantabria (2010), with Extraordinary PhD Award (2012). Previous Positions: Assistant Professor at University of Oviedo (2019–2020) and University of Alcalá (2019). Research Group: PRECYT – Late Prehistory of the inner Tagus basin. Her research centers on the origin and spread of early pottery technology in Neolithic Europe, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula. She investigates prehistoric culinary practices, human-environment interactions, and technological innovations through the analysis of ceramic assemblages. Her work combines traditional archaeological methods with cutting-edge scientific techniques, including lipid residue analysis and molecular archaeology. She has led and collaborated in international projects across Europe, South America, and Asia, contributing to a deeper understanding of Neolithisation processes. Her extensive publication record includes over 164 publications, with recent work focusing on pottery technology, dairy production in Atlantic Europe, and interdisciplinary approaches to prehistoric foodways. Her research demonstrates a consistent trend toward integrating biomolecular data with archaeological context to reconstruct past lifeways. Scientific Awards: Extraordinary PhD Award, Universidad de Cantabria (2012) Awards from University of York, University of Alcalá, and Castilla-La Mancha Education Council Miriam Cubas supervises 5 PhD students and has guided 7 master’s theses. She has participated in 11 PhD juries and contributes to academic teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She is actively involved in securing research funding and managing collaborative international projects. Her outreach efforts emphasize inclusive scientific dissemination, particularly through programs designed for people with disabilities and socially excluded groups. She leads initiatives that bridge academia and public engagement, promoting a culture of accessible science. She is a key member of the PRECYT research group, focusing on the Late Prehistory of the inner Tagus basin, and collaborates with specialists in zooarchaeology, geochemistry, and paleoenvironmental studies to build comprehensive reconstructions of prehistoric societies.

• Paleoanthropology
• Archaeometry
• Human Evolution
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Serkan ŞAHİN is an Associate Professor at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Anthropology. He specializes in paleoanthropology, archaeometry, and human evolution, with a focus on Anatolian populations. His research integrates fieldwork, skeletal analysis, and lithic studies to explore human adaptation from the Paleolithic to medieval periods. Education: PhD in Paleoanthropology, Ankara University (2016) Master's in Paleoanthropology, Ankara University (2006) BA in Physics and Paleoanthropology, Ankara University (2002) Research Interests: ŞAHİN's work spans paleopathology, osteology, fossil hominin behavior, and archaeological survey methodologies. He leads projects like the Malatya Neogene/Pleistocene Survey and has contributed to excavations at key sites including Gürgürbaba Hill and Üçağızlı Cave. His research emphasizes biocultural adaptation in ancient Anatolian populations. Publications: His 97 publications predominantly address Anatolian fossil records, lithic technologies, and health transitions in historical populations. Recent works highlight Paleolithic surveys, skeletal trauma analysis, and methodological innovations in archaeometry. Projects & Students: He has participated in 68 archaeological projects across Turkey, often as director or researcher. Currently advising two Master’s students, his mentorship focuses on paleopathological analysis of archaeological skeletal remains.

Christoph MayrView profile

Associate Professor

• Stable Isotope Geochemistry
• Paleoclimatology
• Environmental Reconstruction
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Christoph Mayr serves as Akademischer Rat and Scientific Director of the Isotope Laboratory at the Institute of Geography, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). With over 15 years in this position since 2009, he leads research in stable isotope applications for environmental and climate reconstruction across multiple continents. His academic journey includes: 1993-1999: Diplomstudium in Geology/Palaeontology at LMU München 1999: Diplom Geology/Paläontologie from LMU München 2002: Dissertation at LMU München on climate reconstruction using tree ring isotopes 2006-2009: Scientific Managing Director at GeoBio-Center LMU München 2009: Habilitation and Venia legendi from LMU München 2011-2014: Multiple visiting professorships in Micropaleontology and Climatology Dr. Mayr's research centers on stable isotope geochemistry applied to paleoclimatology and environmental reconstruction . His work utilizes diverse natural archives including lake sediments from Patagonia, tree rings from multiple ecosystems, and archaeological materials to reconstruct past climate conditions. He has developed specialized expertise in interpreting δ 18 O, δ 13 C, and δ 2 H signals across various materials including chironomid head capsules, plant cellulose, and animal bone collagen. His research spans multiple temporal scales from the Holocene to Pleistocene, with particular focus on understanding Southern Hemisphere Westerlies dynamics and their global climate implications. His recent publications (2022-2025) reveal a sophisticated multi-proxy approach combining isotopic data with sedimentological, ecological, and archaeological evidence. These works demonstrate methodological innovation in correcting for environmental effects (like sea spray on isotopic signatures) and applying stable isotopes to novel materials (including reindeer fur for Ice Age clothing studies). Geographically, his research bridges Patagonian lake systems, European Alpine environments, and Mediterranean archaeological sites, revealing continental-scale climate patterns. Dr. Mayr has led or participated in numerous significant research projects: ALPWÜRM (2016-2019): Investigating Middle Würm environmental variability in the Northern Alps OXICLIM (2016-2018): Synthesizing oxygen isotope proxies for climate reconstruction in Southern Patagonia PASADO-Isotope (2009-2012): Environmental reconstruction for glacial-interglacial cycles in southern Patagonia Current DFG project (2020-2023): Analyzing subsistence strategies during the Last Glacial Maximum As Scientific Director of the Isotope Laboratory, he oversees advanced analytical capabilities and mentors students through thesis projects on geochemical proxies in loess profiles, Patagonian climate archives, and Alpine lake sediments as natural hazard records. His collaborative network spans institutions in Germany, Argentina, Chile, Austria, and beyond, reflecting the international scope of his research.

• Zooarchaeology
• Paleoenvironmental Reconstruction
• Human-Animal Relationships
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Myriam Chaplain is a researcher affiliated with the University of Bordeaux, specializing in zooarchaeology, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and human-animal relationships during the Paleolithic and Quaternary periods. Her work focuses on taphonomy, domestication processes, and faunal dynamics in prehistoric contexts. Key research areas: Zooarchaeology, Pleistocene fauna, Ancient DNA, Taphonomy, Domestication Active in fieldwork and interdisciplinary projects involving geoarchaeology and chronological modeling Collaborates on collective research initiatives in prehistoric cave studies Her publications address Pleistocene carnivores, bone accumulation processes, seasonal resource exploitation, and the integration of zooarchaeology with paleoenvironmental data. Studies span southwestern France (Lot, Dordogne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques) and French West Indies, analyzing human impacts on vertebrate species and prehistoric ecological transitions.