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Lisa Maher is a faculty member in the Department of Anthropology at the University of California, Berkeley, since 2012. She directs the Geoarchaeology and Southwest Asia Prehistory Laboratory, serves as Curator of Lithic Collections at the Hearst Museum of Anthropology, and is affiliated with the Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Center for European Studies, and the University of Toronto’s Archaeology Center. Education: PhD in Anthropology from the University of Toronto (2005) Postdoctoral: Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada Postdoctoral Fellow (2005-2007), Arts and Humanities Research Council of Britain-funded Research Associate (2007-2011) Her research investigates Late Pleistocene hunter-gatherer societies in the Eastern Mediterranean and North Africa, focusing on human-environment interactions, transitions to food production, and landscape archaeology. She explores how climate change, technological innovation, and social networks influenced sedentism, population aggregation, and mortuary practices through material culture analysis. Lisa’s recent publications address meat preservation techniques (2019), hut structures in Southwest Asia and Europe (2019), phytolith evidence for Neolithization (2016), and environmental dynamics in the Levant (2016). These works highlight her expertise in geoarchaeology, lithic analysis, and climate-society linkages over 20,000+ years. Scientific Awards: Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada Postdoctoral Fellow (2005-2007) Arts and Humanities Research Council of Britain-funded Research Associate (2007-2011) Lisa collaborates with institutions like the University of Toronto, University of Tulsa, and UNLV on projects in Jordan, Cyprus, and Hawaii. She contributes geoarchaeological expertise to regional studies in the Levant, Iran, and Kurdistan, emphasizing interdisciplinary methods and long-term landscape change.

• Lithic Analysis
• Geoarchaeology
• Prehistory
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Martin Porr is an Associate Professor of Archaeology at the University of Western Australia (UWA) and a Future Fellow. He is affiliated with the School of Social Sciences and the Centre for Rock Art Research + Management. His research focuses on Palaeolithic art, decolonial approaches to archaeology, and Australian rock art. Porr has held roles including Discipline Chair for Archaeology at UWA and has received grants from the Australian Research Council and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. His work spans field research in Australia, Europe, and Asia, with a strong emphasis on Indigenous heritage and rock art preservation. Education: PhD in Archaeology (University of Southampton), MA in Archaeological Theory (University of Southampton). Research Interests: Decolonising methodologies, Palaeolithic archaeology, Australian rock art, and the intersection of theory and practice in archaeology. Key Awards: Australian Research Council Future Fellowship (2024–2028), Senior Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship (2015–2017). Grants: Includes projects on Kimberley rock art, German ethnographic expeditions, and digital repatriation initiatives. Teaching: Courses on archaeology, human origins, and rock art studies at UWA, including undergraduate and honours programs. Publications: Over 79 articles and book chapters, including works on global climate change impacts on rock art, temporality in art replication, and Neolithic occupation in Arabia. Labs/Teams: Active in the Centre for Rock Art Research + Management and collaborates internationally on interdisciplinary projects.

• Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Rock Art Studies
• Decolonial Theory
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Daniel Adler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Connecticut, where he contributes significantly to Paleolithic archaeology and human evolution studies. He holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University (2002) and leads interdisciplinary research projects in the Caucasus, particularly in Georgia and Armenia. Ph.D., 2002, Harvard University His research focuses on human behavioral ecology, Neanderthal-modern human interactions, lithic technology, zooarchaeology, and the factors behind Neanderthal extinction. He has directed excavations since 1995 in Eurasia, including key projects in Georgia (Akhalkalaki, Ortvale Klde) and Armenia (Nor Geghi 1, Lusakert Cave). His work combines field surveys, excavation, and advanced analytical methods such as obsidian sourcing and tephrochronology. Recent publications reveal a strong trend in understanding Paleolithic technological organization, fire use, landscape dynamics, and chronological frameworks across the Southern Caucasus. His interdisciplinary approach integrates geochemistry, geomorphology, and lithic analysis to reconstruct hominin behavior and environmental contexts during the Middle and Upper Paleolithic periods. Daniel Adler has received no explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. He teaches courses such as ANTH 2501 (Introduction to Archaeology), ANTH 3514 (European Prehistory), ANTH 4510/5345 (The Neanderthals), and ANTH 5517 (Hunter-Gatherers Past and Present). He runs an archaeological field school in Armenia through UConn’s Office of Study Abroad, supported by the Norian Armenian Programs Committee and external funding, indicating active grant involvement and student mentorship. His research is conducted through the Paleolithic Studies Lab at UConn, where he collaborates with an international team of researchers and students on projects spanning Armenia and the broader Caucasus region.

• Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Human Evolution
• Lithic Technology
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Dr. Hannah Rohringer (née Parow-Souchon) is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Austrian Academy of Sciences within the Research Group 'Quaternary Archaeology' since November 2022. Her academic trajectory spans European and Near Eastern institutions, with current research focused on Upper Palaeolithic settlement systems and human-environment interactions. Her educational foundation includes a BA and MA in European Archaeology (Prehistory and Early History) from the University of Cologne (2007-2013), followed by doctoral research on Levantine Upper Paleolithic settlement patterns (2014-2016). Subsequent positions included editorial work at the Rhineland Office for Archaeological Monument Preservation (2017-2019), a Glassman-Holland Research Fellowship at the WF Albright Institute (2019-2020), and postdoctoral research at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (2020-2022). Rohringer's research integrates lithic technology, behavioral ecology, and advanced spatial analysis to investigate human adaptation during the Palaeolithic. Her work emphasizes land-use processes, raw material economies, climate change responses, and social dynamics, with significant contributions to understanding the Ahmarian and Aurignacian cultures through innovative methodologies including GIS modeling and 3D reconstructions. She maintains active fieldwork in the Southern Levant and Austria through projects like Kammern-Grubgraben and Krems-Wachtberg. Her publication record reveals consistent thematic focus on lithic technological transitions, site formation processes, and human behavioral responses to environmental shifts across the Levant and Europe. Recent work demonstrates increasing methodological sophistication through quantitative approaches like Hill numbers analysis and predictive site modeling, while maintaining empirical grounding in field data from key regions including the Wadi Sabra and Petra areas. Glassman-Holland Research Fellowship (WF Albright Institute, 2019-2020) Rohringer directs multiple collaborative projects including 'Kammern-Grubgraben' examining Late Gravettian adaptations, 'Krems-Wachtberg' investigating Central European Quaternary sites, and the 'Austrian Quaternary Sites' database initiative. Her fieldwork integrates geological, environmental, and archaeological data to reconstruct paleolandscapes and human settlement systems, with particular emphasis on methodological innovation in spatial analysis and material culture studies. Her research team operates within the Austrian Academy of Sciences framework, collaborating with international institutions including Ben-Gurion University and the University of Cologne. Current projects focus on predictive modeling of Paleolithic sites, 3D reconstruction of activity areas, and database development for Quaternary archaeological sites across Austria.

• Upper Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Lithic Technology and Raw Material Studies
• Human Behavioral Ecology
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Dr Christopher Paul Green is an active researcher at the University of Reading specializing in environmental archaeology and geoarchaeology, with a publication record spanning 2004-2023. His work focuses on reconstructing Quaternary environments through interdisciplinary analysis of alluvial landscapes, palaeobotanical evidence, and human-environment interactions in prehistoric Britain and Western Europe. His primary research interests include: Environmental Archaeology Geoarchaeology Palaeoenvironmental Reconstruction Quaternary Science Holocene Environmental Change Neolithic Landscape Studies Green's publication trends reveal consistent focus on methodological integration of geological, botanical, and archaeological data to interpret landscape evolution. Recent work examines prehistoric salt production in France and environmental contexts of iconic sites like Stonehenge, demonstrating applied research in heritage management and landscape archaeology. His collaborative approach involves extensive partnerships with institutions across Europe. No scientific awards were documented in the provided text. While the source material indicates substantial research output and collaboration, it contains no information regarding student supervision, grant funding, laboratory facilities, or research teams. Green's academic role appears centered on publication-based research within environmental archaeology frameworks.

• Environmental Archaeology
• Geoarchaeology
• Palaeoenvironmental Studies
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Zsolt Mester is an Associate Professor and lecturer at the Institute of Archaeological Sciences, Department of Prehistory and Near Eastern Archaeology, within the Faculty of Humanities at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) in Budapest. His academic role involves research and teaching focused on Palaeolithic archaeology, with a geographical emphasis on Hungary and the Carpathian Basin. His primary research interests include: Palaeolithic lithic technology and raw material analysis Neanderthal behavior and Middle/Upper Palaeolithic transitions Prehistoric site formation and taphonomic processes Carpathian Basin settlement patterns during the Pleistocene Methodological advances in archaeological science Mester's extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on re-evaluating key Hungarian Palaeolithic sites through modern analytical techniques. His work frequently integrates lithic typology, stratigraphy, and interdisciplinary methods to address debates about cultural variability, human adaptation, and chronocultural frameworks in Central Europe. No scientific awards, grants, or student advising relationships are mentioned in the source material.

• Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Lithic Analysis
• Prehistoric Technology
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Jennifer Jones is a Senior Lecturer in Archaeology at the University of Central Lancashire, specializing in archaeological science with a focus on human-animal-environment interactions. Her research employs stable isotope analysis and biomolecular techniques to reconstruct past diets, animal management strategies, and environmental changes. She has conducted fieldwork and analyses in Spain, Scotland, and Jordan, examining topics ranging from Neanderthal adaptations to Norse husbandry practices. University: University of Central Lancashire Research Interests: Stable isotopes, environmental archaeology, Palaeolithic subsistence strategies Key Projects: Middle-Upper Palaeolithic transition in Spain, North Atlantic insular economies, Neolithization processes Her work integrates zooarchaeology, isotopic analyses, and environmental proxies to explore long-term human-environment dynamics. Recent studies include environmental reconstructions from Spanish cave sites (El Mirón, El Castillo) and investigations into dietary shifts among early farmers in Atlantic archipelagos. Viewed as a leading figure in biomolecular archaeology, her contributions bridge traditional field methods with cutting-edge analytical techniques, offering insights into prehistoric resilience strategies and ecological interactions.

• Archaeological Science
• Stable Isotope Analysis
• Environmental Archaeology
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Dr. Przemysław Mroczek is an Associate Professor at the Department of Geomorphology and Paleogeography within the Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, Poland. He serves as a member of the Scientific Council of the Institute of Earth and Environmental Sciences and holds leadership positions in multiple academic societies including the Lublin Scientific Society and the Lublin Branch of the Polish Geographical Society. His academic profile includes significant editorial responsibilities as an academic editor for PLOS ONE journal. Dr. Mroczek's research program centers on Quaternary paleogeography with particular emphasis on loess-palaeosol sequences. His methodological approach integrates microscopic techniques, laser diffraction analysis, and sediment chromaticity parameters to reconstruct past environmental conditions. His fieldwork spans across Poland and Ukraine, with special focus on the Dnieper River Valley region where he leads international collaborations. Beyond his core geological research, he explores interdisciplinary connections including the history of Lublin, astrotourism, e-learning applications in natural sciences, and intellectual property protection in academic settings. Analysis of Dr. Mroczek's publication record reveals a strong focus on Quaternary geology, particularly loess studies, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and geoarchaeology. His work demonstrates sophisticated interdisciplinary integration of geological, archaeological, and climatological approaches to understand landscape evolution during the Pleistocene. Recent publications show methodological innovation in sediment analysis and expanding international collaboration, particularly with Ukrainian researchers studying the Dnieper River Valley region. Dr. Mroczek has earned recognition through various professional appointments: Academic editor for PLOS ONE journal Member of the Committee of Quaternary Paleogeography of the Polish Academy of Learning (2020-2024) Member of the European Geosciences Union (since 2006) Member of the Polish Quaternary Union POLQUA (since 2024) Coordinator of websites for the Institute of Earth and Environmental Sciences As an educator, Dr. Mroczek supervises multiple students working on engineering theses related to military geography and crisis management. His teaching portfolio includes diverse courses on topography, geographical systems, modern measurement techniques, and intellectual property protection. He maintains an active research laboratory that combines field investigations with advanced analytical techniques to study Quaternary sediments and their environmental significance.

• Quaternary paleogeography
• Loess-palaeosol sequences
• Sedimentology
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Marc Händel is an Academy Scientist specializing in Quaternary Archaeology at the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW). He holds a diploma in media studies and degrees in geography/ecology and archaeological sciences. His research focuses on Upper Palaeolithic Central Europe and prehistoric Arabia, with expertise in site formation, lithic technology, and environmental archaeology. He has conducted fieldwork across Europe and the Middle East, contributing to projects like the Krems-Wachtberg excavations and the AQS database initiative. Education: Diploma studies in Media (University of Applied Sciences, Stuttgart) Geography/Ecology (University of Lüneburg, 1993-1996) Technical training in Archaeological Sciences (University of Tübingen, 2000-2002) Research Interests: Human-environment interactions during the last glacial cycle Open-air and cave site analysis in Central Europe Prehistoric subsistence strategies and raw material use Database development for Quaternary archaeological sites Recent Work Trends: Recent publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to LGM sites, combining geochemical proxies with archaeological data. He focuses on reconstructing subsistence practices (e.g., reindeer use, faunal exploitation) and environmental conditions during climatic transitions. Labs/Teams: Leads the RG »Quaternary Archaeology« within the Austrian Academy of Sciences, coordinating projects like 'Comparing Upper Palaeolithic Sequences across the Carpathians' and 'MAMBA - Mammoth Bone Accumulations.'

• Quaternary Archaeology
• Upper Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Human-Environment Interactions
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Dr. Hannah Rohringer is a Research Fellow at the Austrian Archaeological Institute (ÖAI), specializing in Quaternary Archaeology. Her work focuses on Upper Palaeolithic settlement patterns, lithic technology, and GIS-based predictive modeling. She holds a PhD from the University of Cologne (2016) with research on Levantine Palaeolithic mobility, followed by postdoctoral positions at Ben-Gurion University and the W.F. Albright Institute. Current projects include the 'Austrian Quaternary Sites' database initiative and excavations at Kammern-Grubgraben. Education: BA/MA in Archaeology (University of Cologne, 2007-2013) PhD Thesis: 'Upper Palaeolithic settlement patterns and mobility in the Levant' (2014-2016) Recent Appointments: Glassman-Holland Fellow (2019-2020), Postdoctoral Researcher (2020-2022), and current position at ÖAI (2022-present) Research interests span lithic raw material procurement strategies, hunter-gatherer behavioral ecology, and spatial organization of prehistoric sites. She employs advanced methods like 3D modeling and remote sensing to analyze site function and environmental adaptation. Recent work explores site diversity metrics using Hill numbers and investigates Late Gravettian industries in Central Europe. Her publications (7 journal articles, 1 monograph, 3 conference papers) address topics ranging from Levantine Aurignacian material culture to Ethiopian Middle Stone Age contexts. Collaborative projects include the Al-Ansab excavations in Jordan and environmental studies linking archaeology to paleoclimatic shifts.

• Upper Palaeolithic settlement patterns
• Lithic technology
• GIS-based methods
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J. Michael Daniels is a Professor in the Department of Geography & the Environment at the University of Denver's College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. His research bridges physical geography and geomorphology through interdisciplinary studies of river systems, environmental change, and geoarchaeology. Education: Ph.D. in Geography (University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2002) MS in Geography (Louisiana State University, 1997) AB in Geography and English (University of California at Berkeley, 1994) His work examines geomorphic system dynamics across temporal scales from decades to millennia, focusing on: Fluvial geomorphology and channel processes Hydrological controls on landscape evolution Late Quaternary environmental change Alluvial stratigraphy and floodplain development Geoarchaeological investigations of human-environment interactions Research spans diverse environments including: Colorado mountain streams Portuguese coastal landscapes Midwestern floodplains Mississippi River Basin systems

• Geomorphology
• Hydrology
• Soils
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Dr. Geoffrey Smith is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Anthropology and Conservation, University of Kent. His research focuses on zooarchaeology and the evolution of hominin subsistence behaviors, particularly analyzing Palaeolithic animal remains to understand taphonomy, site formation, and hominin adaptation. He holds a PhD from University College London and has conducted research at institutions across Europe and the USA, including the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology. Education: PhD in Palaeolithic Zooarchaeology from University College London (2010); extensive postdoctoral work at Monrepos Archaeological Research Centre (2012-2015), University of California, Davis (2016-2017), and the Max Planck Institute (2017-2022). Research Interests: Integrating biomolecular datasets (proteomics, isotopes, ancient DNA) with traditional zooarchaeology to study subsistence practices during the Middle to Upper Palaeolithic transition. Key foci include micro-scale taphonomy, bacterial bioerosion, and Zooarchaeology by Mass Spectrometry (ZooMS). Recent Articles: Focus on Denisovan subsistence in China, Neanderthal diets in Morocco, and Homo sapiens migration patterns in Europe. Methodologically emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining proteomics, stable isotopes, and micro-CT scanning. Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD students Virginie Sinet-Mathiot and Pauline Raymond on palaeoproteomics and taphonomic integration. Collaborates with institutions like the Collége de France and University of Copenhagen on interdisciplinary projects. Labs/Teams: Active in the BACBONE project at Kent, focusing on microscopic bone analysis and histotaphonomy. Collaborates globally on sites like Bacho Kiro Cave (Bulgaria) and Fumane Cave (Italy).

• Zooarchaeology
• Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Hominin Subsistence Behavior
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Janusz Krzysztof Kozlowski is a Professor at Jagiellonian University since 1976, with a career spanning over five decades. He serves as a member of the Polish Academy of Arts and Sciences, directing its Class 2 (History, Philosophy). He presides over the International Union of Academies (UAI) and Commission 8 of the UISPP, and previously held the Vice-Presidency of CIPSH-UNESCO. Education: Mgr (1957), PhD (1962), Dr habil. (1967), Professor of Archaeology (1976) His research focuses on the Palaeolithic and Neolithic periods, particularly in Central/Eastern Europe, North Africa, and the Aegean. Fieldwork includes sites spanning from Poland to Turkey and Egypt, with long-term projects ongoing until 2012. Recent publications analyze blade technologies, Neolithization models, and territorial concepts in prehistoric societies. Awards include the 1986 Dr. honoris causa from Bordeaux I University, the 1992 Europa Prize, and honorary memberships in multiple international academies.

• Palaeolithic Archaeology
• Neolithic Archaeology
• Prehistoric Europe
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Professor Katarzyna Pyżewicz from the University of Warsaw serves as Head of English-language Archaeology Studies and works in the Stone Age Department . She leads the Laboratory of Specialist Archaeological Analyses and acts as the university's Representative for Equality. Research Focus: Palaeolithic and Mesolithic archaeology, with specialization in use-wear analysis , lithic studies , and experimental archaeology Methodological Contributions: Advances in traseological analysis, thermal transformation studies of chalcedonite, and multi-proxy approaches to prehistoric enclosures Regional Expertise: Polish Upper and Late Palaeolithic, with significant work on Magdalenian blade technology and Mesolithic settlement patterns Key Publications: Studies on LBK settlements, Swiderian blade biographies, Micoquian bifacial tools, and obsidian utilization in Neolithic Poland

• Palaeolithic archaeology
• Mesolithic archaeology
• Use-wear analysis
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Dr Seren Griffiths is a Senior Lecturer in Archaeology at Manchester Metropolitan University, specializing in public archaeology and heritage practice using interdisciplinary methods. Her research focuses on European prehistory, archaeological science, and scientific dating techniques. She leads the AHRC-funded £937,000 'TIME' project, collaborating internationally with teams in Europe, America, and Australia. Educated at Oxford University (MA, MSc) and Cardiff University (PhD), she has over 52 peer-reviewed publications since 2011 and 85 'grey literature' works since 2007. Notable achievements include delivering the Golson Lecture at ANU (2018), a prestigious colloquium at Kiel University (2020), and being named a BBC/AHRC New Generation Thinker (2020). Her fieldwork spans sites in Iran, South Africa, Albania, and Europe, with expertise in sites from the Late Upper Palaeolithic to Medieval periods. She co-led an AHRC/EPSRC-funded project creating an immersive AR/VR app for the Bryn Celli Ddu landscape. Her work integrates chronological modeling, scientific dating (radiocarbon, luminescence), and public engagement, addressing themes like climate change impacts, cultural transitions, and heritage conservation. Education: PhD, Cardiff University MSc, Oxford University MA (Oxon), Oxford University Key Projects: 'TIME' project (AHRC-funded) Bryn Celli Ddu AR/VR app (AHRC/EPSRC) Her research interests emphasize scientific dating methodologies, the Mesolithic-Neolithic transition, and interdisciplinary approaches to cultural heritage. Recent work includes re-analyzing Irish passage tombs, Bayesian modeling of chronologies, and exploring mobility in Central Europe. She contributes to journals like Antiquity and Journal of Archaeological Science , and reviews for funding bodies worldwide. Her fieldwork experience includes major UK infrastructure projects (Crossrail, South Wales Gas Pipeline) and post-excavation analyses in Germany, Finland, and beyond. Awards and recognitions highlight her leadership: youngest Golson Lecturer at ANU (2018), New Generation Thinker (2020), and frequent conference keynote speaker. Her work bridges academic research with public engagement, exemplified by community-driven digital heritage initiatives like HeritageTogether. Grants and collaborations include AHRC/EPSRC funding, international partnerships in 12 countries, and leadership in chronometric research. She advises on heritage conservation strategies and has pioneered innovative methods in archaeological dating and public archaeology.

• Public Archaeology
• Heritage Practice
• European Prehistory
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