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**Lisa J Lucero** is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Illinois. She holds additional professorships in the Program in Medieval Studies, Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Center for Global Studies, and Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment. Her work focuses on the Classic Maya civilization, exploring intersections between ritual practices, political power, climate change, and sustainability.
**Education**: PhD from UCLA (1994).
**Research Interests**: Dr. Lucero investigates how ancient Maya societies managed environmental challenges, particularly through water infrastructure and ritual practices. Her work emphasizes lessons from pre-Columbian sustainability strategies for modern challenges. Key themes include climate adaptation, urban resilience, and the role of sacred landscapes in governance.
**Awards**: AAAS Fellow (2012), former President of the Archaeology Division of the American Anthropological Association (2017–2019).
**Key Contributions**: Her recent publications (e.g., *Maya Wisdom and the Survival of Our Planet*, 2025) advocate applying ancient Maya ecological knowledge to contemporary sustainability efforts. She leads projects like the Valley of Peace Archaeology Project, studying sites like Yalbac and Cara Blanca in Belize.
**Labs/Teams**: Active in multi-disciplinary collaborations, including the *Cara Blanca Archaeological Project* examining sacred cenotes and water temples. Engages in global sustainability initiatives through her university affiliations.
