جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Matthew Kerrمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Quaternary Environments
• Prehistoric Human-Environment Interactions
• Tree-Ring Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Matthew Kerr is a Lecturer in the Department of Physical Geography at the University of Tennessee. His research focuses on Quaternary environmental change, prehistoric human-environment interactions, and the application of scientific techniques such as isotope geochemistry and tree-ring analysis. He investigates climate variability’s role in agricultural adoption, abandonment, and societal dynamics across Central America, the southeastern U.S., and the circum-Caribbean. Dr. Kerr holds a Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee and has been funded by the National Science Foundation, the American Association of Geographers, and Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society. His work appears in journals like Vegetation History and Archaeobotany and Journal of Archaeological Science . He serves as Secretary-Treasurer of the Paleoenvironmental Change Specialty Group (AAG), advancing interdisciplinary paleoenvironmental research. He teaches courses including Climate Change , Environmental Hazards , and Quaternary Global Environments . His methodologies integrate pollen analysis, charcoal records, and hydrological proxies to reconstruct past ecosystems and human adaptations.

Ershad Gholamrezaieمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Geophysics
• Archaeology
• Environmental Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ershad Gholamrezaie is a Staff Scientist at the Department of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies (Archaeology Section) at Umeå University, Sweden. He serves as Node Coordinator for the Swedigarch project and is a member of the management team for the National Infrastructure for Archaeological Science and the Strategic Environmental Archaeology Database. His work integrates geophysics, archaeology, and data science to advance interdisciplinary environmental research. Education: BSc in Mining and Mineral Exploration Engineering, MSc in Physics-Geophysics, PhD in Geology (Basin Modelling), and a postdoctoral fellowship in Informatics & Information Systems (focusing on AI applications in enterprises). Research interests include lithospheric structure modeling, geophysical inversion techniques, environmental archaeology, and data-driven approaches for interdisciplinary environmental studies. He specializes in 3D modeling of crustal and lithospheric processes, with applications to tectonic segmentation, seismic hazard assessment, and sedimentary basin analysis. Key contributions span the Sea of Marmara region’s geodynamics, Atlantic continental margins, and AI-driven enterprise analytics. His work bridges geological, archaeological, and computational methodologies to address complex environmental challenges.

Blair Schneiderمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Geophysics
• Archaeology
• Forensic Science
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Blair Schneider is an Associate Researcher and Science Outreach Manager at the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS), University of Kansas. She holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Geology from KU (2017 and 2012) and a B.S. in Geology from James Madison University (2009). Her research focuses on near-surface geophysical methods applied to archaeology and forensic investigations, with over 15 archaeological site studies and collaborations with law enforcement. She is a key figure in the ADVANCEGeo Partnership, addressing workplace climate issues in geosciences through initiatives like FieldSafe training and GeoGradApp workshops. Her work emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and equitable practices in STEM, including educational outreach through games like Ogallala and 3D fossil toolkits for K-12 classrooms. Schneider also leads efforts to improve graduate school access and fieldwork safety, leveraging surveys and training programs to transform scientific cultures. Education: Ph.D. and M.S. in Geology, University of Kansas (2017, 2012) Bachelor’s in Geology, James Madison University (2009) Research Interests: Geophysical applications in archaeology and forensics Workplace diversity and inclusion in geosciences Education initiatives for K-12 and graduate student support Field safety and ethical practices Her publications highlight strategies to combat exclusionary behaviors, improve mentorship, and create inclusive field environments. Schneider’s ADVANCEGeo projects aim to institutionalize anti-racism measures and bystander intervention training. She also engages policymakers through initiatives like the Kansas Field Conference, bridging geology with state resource management.

William Carruthersمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• History of heritage
• History of museums
• History of archaeology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

William Carruthers is a Lecturer in the School of Philosophical, Historical, and Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of Essex. He is a historian of archaeology, heritage, and decolonisation with a particular focus on the Middle East. Carruthers is also an Honorary Lecturer at the University of East Anglia's School of Art, Media and American Studies and a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society since May 2023. His educational background includes: PhD in History and Philosophy of Science from the University of Cambridge (2014) MA in Research Methods for Archaeology from University College London (2009) BA in Egyptian Archaeology from University College London (2006) Carruthers' research spans multiple interconnected fields centered around the politics and ethics of archaeology and heritage. His work critically examines the colonial genealogies of heritage institutions and practices, particularly focusing on UNESCO's role in global heritage formation. He investigates how newly independent countries engaged with international organizations like UNESCO despite their colonial origins, and explores the entanglements between archaeology, imperialism, and the construction of the past. His research also addresses dam construction and dispossession, archival practices in heritage contexts, and the ethical dimensions of archaeological work in postcolonial settings. Analysis of Carruthers' recent publications reveals a consistent focus on decolonizing heritage practices and critically examining the colonial legacies embedded in archaeological and heritage institutions. His work spans historical analysis of specific campaigns like UNESCO's International Campaign to Save the Monuments of Nubia, contemporary critiques of museum practices regarding human remains, and examinations of how political changes (such as the US withdrawal from UNESCO) impact global heritage governance. His scholarship bridges historical research with contemporary policy debates, demonstrating how historical understanding can inform current decolonization efforts in heritage institutions. Among his notable recognitions: Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (2023-present) Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship (2018-2022) Max Weber Postdoctoral Fellowship at the European University Institute (2014-2015) Gerda Henkel Stiftung funding for research on UNESCO's Nubian Campaign (2016-2018) MS Merian-R Tagore International Centre fellowship (2016) Carruthers has secured significant research funding including a 2025 Heritage Bureaucracy grant from the Royal Historical Society. His monograph 'Flooded Pasts: UNESCO, Nubia, and the Recolonization of Archaeology' (Cornell University Press, 2022) was listed as one of History Today magazine's 'books of the year'. He has edited multiple special journal issues on critical heritage topics and maintains an active public engagement profile through media contributions to outlets like The Conversation and Apollo Magazine.

Coralie Millsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Dendrochronology
• Historical Environmental Reconstruction
• Climate Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Coralie Mills is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of St Andrews' School of Earth & Environmental Sciences. Her work focuses on dendrochronology applied to historical environmental reconstruction, particularly using tree-ring data from Scottish pine timbers to study climate history and medieval building practices. She collaborates internationally on projects like the SCOT2K initiative, contributing to regional patterns of European building activity analysis. Her research integrates archaeological, climatological, and ecological methods to understand human-environment interactions. Key contributions include developing Blue Intensity techniques for timber dating and reconstructing Holocene climate conditions using subfossil wood records. Publications highlight interdisciplinary applications of dendrochronological data in fields ranging from cultural heritage preservation to paleoclimatology. Current work emphasizes improving dating methodologies for historic conifer materials and expanding chronologies for climate reconstruction.

Francesco Bernaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Archaeology of Fire
• Ancient Pyrotechnologies
• Origin of Modern Human Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Francesco Berna is an Assistant Professor of Archaeological Science at Simon Fraser University's Department of Archaeology. He specializes in geoarchaeological methods, particularly Fourier transform infrared microspectroscopy (FTIR), applied to understanding human use of fire, ancient pyrotechnologies, and site formation processes. His research focuses on the origin of modern human behavior and prehistoric adaptations in Africa, the Near East, and the Mediterranean. Education: BSc and PhD from the University of Florence, Italy, followed by postdoctoral research at the Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel. His fieldwork spans excavations at Wonderwork Cave (South Africa), Manot Cave (Israel), and Beisamoun (Levant), investigating Early Stone Age, Middle Paleolithic, and Neolithic contexts. Research interests include combustion feature analysis, lithic technology, and environmental archaeology. He has pioneered methodologies for studying prehistoric fire use through microstratigraphic and geochemical approaches, contributing to debates about hominin cognitive evolution and cultural innovation. Key Projects: Early human fire use at Koobi Fora (Kenya) and Wonderwerk Cave Manot Cave Upper Paleolithic chronology Pre-Pottery Neolithic cremation practices in the Levant Awards: Marie Curie Fellowships (2001, 2006) Teaching: Directs laboratory/field research courses for graduate students Labs/Teams: Leads SFU's Archaeological Science lab focusing on microspectroscopy and experimental archaeology. Collaborates internationally with institutions in Israel, South Africa, and Italy.

Rudy Reimerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Indigenous Archaeology
• Geoarchaeology
• Archaeometry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rudy Reimer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Archaeology at Simon Fraser University (SFU). His research bridges Indigenous Knowledge systems with Western scientific methods, focusing on the Salish Sea and surrounding regions. He employs geoarchaeological and archaeometric techniques such as X-ray fluorescence and lithic sourcing to explore connections between archaeological data and Squamish Nation oral histories. Education: BA and MA from SFU, PhD from McMaster University. He actively engages in public archaeology through TV series like Wild Archaeology (APTN), which won the Canadian Archaeological Association Public Communications Award (2017). Additional media work includes appearances on 1491 , Coyote Science , and Edziza Life from Ash and Ice . Teaching responsibilities include courses on Pacific Northwest archaeology, field methods, and directed research. He directs the Archaeology XRF Laboratory and collaborates with Indigenous communities on culturally significant projects. Research emphasizes collaborative frameworks that prioritize community engagement and returning results to source communities. Notable contributions include studies on obsidian sourcing, volcanic landscapes, and ochre use, reflecting his dual focus on material culture and cultural heritage. His work exemplifies Indigenous Archaeology principles, ensuring academic rigor while honoring Indigenous perspectives.

Todd L. VanPoolمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Archaeology of Religion
• Cognitive Archaeology
• North American Southwest
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Todd L. VanPool is a distinguished faculty member at the University of Missouri in the Department of Anthropology. His research integrates cognitive archaeology, the study of religion's evolution, and material culture analysis to explore the ancient North American Southwest, particularly the Casas Grandes region of Chihuahua, Mexico, and southern New Mexico. Since 2009, he has directed fieldwork at the 76 Draw settlement alongside Gordon Rakita and Christine VanPool, producing significant insights into social organization, craft production, and shamanic practices. BA in Anthropology at Eastern New Mexico University Ph.D. in Anthropology at the University of New Mexico in 2003 VanPool’s work examines the cognitive structure of religion, focusing on trance-based experiences, entheogen use, and cross-cultural symbolism like the horned/plumed serpent imagery. His analysis of ground stone and flaked stone artifacts reveals connections between technological choices and social hierarchies, emphasizing gender roles and status distinctions in Casas Grandes iconography. He also investigates cross-cultural patterns in non-entheogen-induced altered states through collaborations with the Cuyamungue Institute. His publications span 3 books, 4 edited volumes, 22 peer-reviewed articles, and 35 book chapters. Recent works address pilgrimage dynamics, ritual architecture, and the interplay of material culture and cosmology. VanPool actively mentors graduate and undergraduate students, integrating them into field projects that have resulted in 7 MA theses, 2 PhD dissertations, and 13 student co-authored publications. VanPool’s research further explores the evolutionary implications of technological shifts, such as the adoption of the bow and arrow, and methodological rigor in archaeological data collection. He welcomes graduate students interested in New World archaeology, religion-society dynamics, and archaeological theory.

Beth Erhartمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Primate Behavior
• Primate Ecology
• Behavioral Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Beth Erhart is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology and serves as Associate Dean for Academic Programs in the College of Liberal Arts at Texas State University. She holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin (1996) and specializes in primate behavior, ecology, and conservation. Her research examines lemur behavioral development, nutritional ecology, demography, and anthropogenic impacts in Madagascar and Mexico. Her publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches to primate ecology, with emphases on dietary diversity, climate change effects, social structure, and conservation biology. Recent works analyze lemur foraging strategies, reproductive responses to cyclones, and population viability in fragmented habitats. Fieldwork spans long-term monitoring at Centre ValBio in Madagascar. Dr. Erhart teaches courses including Biological Anthropology, Primate Behavior, Rainforest Ecology, and Research Methods. She mentors graduate students in primatology but no specific advisees are listed here. Her office is located in ELA 233.

Jill Pruetzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Primatology
• Chimpanzee Behavior
• Socioecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jill Pruetz is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Texas State University. Her research focuses on primate socioecology, particularly chimpanzee behavior in savanna habitats. She leads the Fongoli Savanna Chimpanzee Project in Senegal, examining how environmental pressures shape ape behavior and inform understanding of early hominins. Pruetz holds a B.A. from Texas State University (1989) and a Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of Illinois (1999). She has conducted fieldwork across Kenya, Nicaragua, Panama, Costa Rica, and Peru, and co-founded the non-profit Neighbor Ape to conserve chimpanzees and support local communities. Her research emphasizes tool use, hunting behavior, and conservation challenges faced by savanna-dwelling chimpanzees. Recent work explores how these primates adapt to anthropogenic threats like mining and habitat fragmentation. She pioneered field schools at Costa Rica’s El Zota Biological Field Station and integrates community engagement into conservation efforts. Over 30 years of fieldwork have produced insights into chimpanzee nesting ecology, dietary adaptations, and social structures at range edges. Publications highlight innovations in primate archaeology, thermal imaging for behavioral studies, and seed dispersal roles of chimpanzees. Her work bridges ecological, evolutionary, and applied conservation research, often using interdisciplinary methods like stable isotope analysis and camera trap technology. Pruetz actively promotes science communication through blogs, social media, and collaborative projects with international conservation organizations.

Mirgen Shametajمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Archaeology
• Ancient Mediterranean Studies
• Graeco-Roman History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mirgen Shametaj is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Archaeology and Ancient Studies at Sweet Briar College. With decades of archaeological experience in both academic and private sectors, he specializes in teaching courses on the history of archaeology, field methods, and Graeco-Roman Mediterranean archaeology. Shametaj holds a B.A. in Public Administration from Eqerem Cabej University (Albania) and an M.S. in Archaeology from the University of Tirana (Albania). He currently teaches ARAS 105 (The Ancient Mediterranean Laboratory), ARAS 225 (The Ancient World in 12 Objects), and ARAS 265 (The Archaeology of Everyday Life).

John Worthمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Historical Archaeology
• Ethnohistory
• Spanish Colonial History
• +۲ مورد دیگر

John Worth is Professor of Anthropology at the University of West Florida's College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. As principal investigator of the Tristán de Luna archaeological site, he researches early European settlements and Native American interactions through archaeological and ethnohistorical methods. His expertise spans Spanish colonial history, indigenous societies, and archaeological field techniques. Research focuses on cultural exchanges during colonial encounters, material culture analysis, and settlement patterns in the American Southeast. Publications consistently examine colonial-indigenous interfaces through artifact studies, mission archaeology, and analysis of historical expeditions. Recent works document indigenous agricultural practices, colonial supply systems, and refugee mission communities. Rembert Patrick Award for best scholarly book on Florida history (1999) He directs field schools training students in excavation techniques while maintaining extensive professional networks through archaeological associations and review boards.

James Conollyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Landscape Archaeology
• Historical Ecology
• Geoarchaeology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James Conolly is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Trent University. He holds degrees from the University of Toronto (B.A.), University of Southampton (MSc), and University College London (MA/PhD). His research integrates archaeology and geography, focusing on landscape archaeology, historical ecology, and geospatial methods. Current projects include the SSHRC-funded Kawartha Lakes Project (2016-2026), investigating long-term cultural and environmental changes in Ontario's Kawartha region through remote sensing, GIS, and field research. Past work includes 20 years of Mediterranean fieldwork (Catalhoyuk, Kythera Island, Antikythera Survey Project) before shifting focus to the Great Lakes region. Key interests include ancestral First Nations' use of waterways, colonial ecological impacts, and lithic technologies. He supports seven graduate students in ceramic analysis, underwater landscapes, and ecological modeling. Publications span archaeological methodological innovations, prehistoric settlement patterns, and interdisciplinary approaches to cultural landscapes. His research emphasizes integrating material culture studies with environmental data to understand human-environment interactions over millennia.

• Clastic Sedimentology
• Applied Geophysics
• Geoarchaeology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joseph Boyce is an Associate Professor in McMaster University's School of Earth, Environment and Society, specializing in clastic sedimentology, applied geophysics, and geoarchaeology. He holds a PhD from University of Toronto and teaches courses including Sedimentary Environments and Exploration Geophysics. Research focuses on reconstructing Holocene paleoenvironments using sediment archives from lake basins and coastal environments, integrating coring, sediment analysis, and geophysics. Current projects include geoarchaeological studies of ancient Mediterranean harbors and prehistoric underwater sites in the Great Lakes, plus geophysical mapping of impact craters in Ontario. Publications span geophysics, sedimentology, and geoarchaeology in journals including Marine Geology, Quaternary Science Reviews, and Journal of Archaeological Science. Research methods combine field sampling, geochemical analysis, and subsurface modeling.

Jon Prangnellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Historical Archaeology
• Cultural Heritage Management
• Colonial Archaeology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Jon Prangnell serves as Honorary Associate Professor and Deputy Head of the School of Social Science at the University of Queensland. His academic leadership extends across historical archaeology research and cultural heritage management initiatives within the School's structure. Prangnell's research spans colonial archaeology, bioarchaeology, and cultural heritage management with particular focus on Australian contexts. His work examines material culture from Brisbane burial grounds, Queensland goldfields, and leprosy colonies like Peel Island, revealing insights into working-class life, spatial control mechanisms, and colonial power structures. Key interests include: Historical archaeology of institutional settings Material culture analysis of textiles and domestic artifacts Forensic methods for burial site analysis Colonial frontier interactions Heritage management policy implementation His publication trends reflect consistent engagement with Australian historical archaeology, showing increasing interdisciplinary collaboration since 2010. Recent work integrates South Sea Islander archaeology and social action frameworks for addressing inequalities, demonstrating evolution toward community-centered approaches. Prangnell has contributed significantly to cultural heritage reports through the University of Queensland Archaeological Services Unit (UQASU), conducting numerous field surveys and technical assessments across Queensland. His leadership as Deputy Head of School facilitates institutional research direction while maintaining active field engagement.