Dieta Ambros

Dr. Dieta Ambros is a researcher at the GeoZentrum Nordbayern, Chair of Palaeontology (Prof. Dr. Kießling) at Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). Her work focuses on Quaternary fauna, particularly Carnivora and Primates, with extensive contributions to archaeological-paleontological sites like Steinberg-Höhlenruine and Sandgrube Roth.

• Education:
  • PhD in Paleontology, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg (1998–2005)
  • Studies in Geology/Paleontology, FAU (1991–1998)

Research Interests: Dr. Ambros specializes in Quaternary faunal analysis, emphasizing Carnivora and Primates. Her projects include evaluating Pleistocene and Holocene fossils from sites like Steinberg-Höhlenruine (Neanderthal Landscapes) and Sandgrube Roth (Holocene Transitions). She integrates paleontological and palynological data to reconstruct ancient environments.

Exhibitions & Collaborations: She curated major exhibitions such as "Klimagewalten – Treibende Kraft der Evolution" (2017–2018) and contributed to "Elefantenreich – Eine Fossilwelt in Europa" (2010). Her collaborations span institutions like Landesamt für Denkmalpflege, Naturhistorisches Museum Nürnberg, and Naturkundliches Heimatmuseum Pommelsbrunn.

Publications: Dr. Ambros has authored/co-authored over 30 publications, including analyses of cave bear symposium findings, Pleistocene carnivore studies, and contributions to exhibition catalogs. Recent works focus on Quaternary ecological dynamics and faunal taxonomy.