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Becky Knight is a Researcher at the University of York within the Department of Archaeology. She serves as a Research Technician for PalaeoHub, providing technical and teaching support for undergraduate and postgraduate practical classes in Human Osteology and Zooarchaeology. Her responsibilities include managing laboratory facilities, analyzing faunal remains from projects like the RATTUS project, Harewood House, and Malton Roman Fort, and contributing to the conservation and interpretation of archaeological materials.
- BSc in Archaeology from the University of Bradford (dissertation on age estimation techniques for medieval human remains)
- MSc in Zooarchaeology from the University of York (dissertation on microfaunal remains for climate reconstruction)
Becky's research intersects Zooarchaeology, Human Osteology, and Environmental Archaeology. She specializes in analyzing animal remains to reconstruct past climates, human subsistence strategies, and ecological interactions. Her work with the POSTGLACIAL project at Star Carr and Flixton Island highlights her expertise in Late Palaeolithic and Early Mesolithic landscape studies. Collaborative efforts on publications such as 'Faunal Remains: Results by Species' and 'Antler Frontlets' underscore her contributions to understanding prehistoric resource use and symbolic practices.
Recent publications by Becky Knight reflect trends in Zooarchaeology, with a focus on faunal analysis, environmental reconstruction, and Mesolithic cultural practices. Her work on birch bark utilization, antler frontlets, and osseous technology provides insights into material culture and subsistence strategies, while her contributions to dating Star Carr's embayment refine chronological frameworks for Late Glacial and Early Mesolithic sites.
Becky has provided technical support for multiple excavations and dissertations, including pivotal roles in the Star Carr and POSTGLACIAL projects. Her responsibilities as Finds and Environmental Manager, faunal specialist, and consultant on zooarchaeological analyses highlight her integral role in both academic and field-based research within the Department of Archaeology.
