جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Daniel LaDuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Southeastern U.S. archaeology
• Complex societies
• Ceramic analysis
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Daniel LaDu is an Assistant Professor and Director of the USM Archaeology Laboratory at the University of Southern Mississippi. Holding a PhD (2016) and MA (2009) in Anthropology from the University of Alabama, he specializes in the archaeology of complex societies in the southeastern United States with 15+ years of field experience spanning prehistoric and historic periods. His research combines ceramic analysis and Mississippi dugout canoe studies to explore socio-political inequality and subsistence strategies. Education: PhD, MA, and BA (2007) in Anthropology from University of Alabama and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Teaching: Courses on archaeological methods, foodways, fieldwork, heritage policy, and complex societies His ongoing projects include the Mazique Archaeological Project examining socio-political inequality emergence, and the Natchez Bluffs Village Project addressing settlement biases through community-level analysis. Recent publications focus on Coles Creek-Plaquemine transitions, hinterland settlement systems, and faunal records in the Lower Mississippi Valley. Dr. LaDu actively mentors MA students and integrates fieldwork with laboratory research, maintaining expertise in ceramic analysis and Mississippi Valley archaeology. He can be reached at Daniel.LaDu@usm.edu or through the Liberal Arts Building (LAB) 439 at University of Southern Mississippi.

• Zooarchaeology
• Paleoenvironmental Reconstruction
• Human-Animal Relationships
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Myriam Chaplain is a researcher affiliated with the University of Bordeaux, specializing in zooarchaeology, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and human-animal relationships during the Paleolithic and Quaternary periods. Her work focuses on taphonomy, domestication processes, and faunal dynamics in prehistoric contexts. Key research areas: Zooarchaeology, Pleistocene fauna, Ancient DNA, Taphonomy, Domestication Active in fieldwork and interdisciplinary projects involving geoarchaeology and chronological modeling Collaborates on collective research initiatives in prehistoric cave studies Her publications address Pleistocene carnivores, bone accumulation processes, seasonal resource exploitation, and the integration of zooarchaeology with paleoenvironmental data. Studies span southwestern France (Lot, Dordogne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques) and French West Indies, analyzing human impacts on vertebrate species and prehistoric ecological transitions.

Siavash Sameiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Archaeology
• Climate Change Impact on Ancient Societies
• Pastoralism and Foraging Societies
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Siavash Samei is an Assistant Professor of Anthropology/Sociology at Centre College. As an Iranian environmental archaeologist, his work explores the long-term relationships between climate, environment, and migratory lifeways of herding and foraging societies in mountainous landscapes across West and South Asia, spanning from the Paleolithic period to the present day. BA: Anthropology, University of Georgia MA: Anthropology, University of Connecticut PhD: Anthropology, University of Connecticut His research employs interdisciplinary methods such as ecological modeling, archaeological/ethnographic fieldwork, stable isotope analysis, and zooarchaeology. He currently co-directs two major projects: the Tübingen–Armenian–American Paleolithic Project (TAAPP) in Armenia and the Pastoralists of the Aravalli Mountains Ethnoarchaeology Project (PArMEP) in Rajasthan, India. He also participates in international collaborations in Iran (MAFISE and HEZM). Scientific trends in his publications focus on the Kura-Araxes cultural tradition, highland pastoralism, stable isotope analyses, and the archaeological visibility of migratory landscapes. His work integrates zooarchaeological and environmental data to reconstruct subsistence economies and mobility patterns across millennia.

• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Archaeozoology
• Taphonomy
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Aleix Eixea Vilanova is a researcher in the Department of Prehistory, Archeology and Ancient History at the University of Valencia, specializing in Paleolithic archaeology with a focus on the Mediterranean region of the Iberian Peninsula. His work primarily examines Middle and Upper Paleolithic sites in Valencia and Alicante provinces, with significant contributions to understanding Neanderthal habitats and technological transitions. His research expertise encompasses multiple specialized areas: Paleolithic Archaeology - particularly Middle and Upper Paleolithic transitions Archaeozoology and faunal analysis Taphonomy and site formation processes Lithic technology and raw material analysis Spatial organization of Paleolithic sites Neanderthal behavior and adaptation Eixea Vilanova's methodological approach combines detailed technological analysis of lithic materials with zooarchaeological studies to reconstruct past human behaviors and environmental contexts. His recent publications demonstrate continued engagement with advanced methodologies for characterizing archaeological materials, particularly in sites like Cova Foradada and Aljezares. His work frequently appears in prominent Spanish archaeological journals including Levantine Prehistory Archive, Zubía, and Lucentum. His collaborative research with scholars like Valentín Villaverde Bonilla and Alfred Sanchis Serra has significantly contributed to understanding the Middle Paleolithic sequence in Mediterranean Iberia, particularly regarding raw material procurement strategies, spatial organization of sites, and Neanderthal subsistence patterns. His publication record spanning from 2008 to 2024 reflects consistent scholarly productivity in his specialized field.

• Andean archaeology
• State Collapse
• Mortuary Archaeology
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Sarah Baitzel serves as Associate Professor of Archaeology in the Department of Anthropology at Washington University in St. Louis, holding a PhD from the University of California, San Diego. Her research focuses on Andean societies during periods of political transformation, particularly examining social identities through mortuary practices and subsistence strategies. Her primary research interests include: Andean archaeology with emphasis on Tiwanaku-influenced cultures State collapse dynamics and societal reorganization Mortuary archaeology and archaeothanatology Pastoralism and ecological complementarity in vertical economies Isotopic analysis for reconstructing mobility and diet High-altitude human adaptation in the Andes Professor Baitzel's recent publications (2018-2022) reveal consistent engagement with Tiwanaku material culture, mortuary practices, and settlement patterns across southern Peru. Key thematic trends include authority transmission through seal iconography, biocultural approaches to grief and mourning, and interdisciplinary investigations of ecological adaptation in marginal environments. Her work increasingly integrates isotopic methodologies with traditional archaeological analysis to reconstruct ancient lifeways. She leads an interdisciplinary U.S.-Peruvian team conducting excavations at Los Batanes (Sama Valley) and co-directs the Centro de Investigación Arqueológica y Antropológica Sama-Tacna (CIAAST), which provides laboratory facilities and researcher housing. Her collaborative projects include a 2019 partnership with Earth and Planetary Sciences on high-altitude pastoralism in the Sibinacocha Valley (15,000 ft elevation), documented in media features about climate change research. Professor Baitzel actively engages in archaeological preservation efforts, working with Peru's Ministerio de Cultura to protect sites threatened by urban and agricultural expansion. Her teaching includes foundational courses like Introduction to Archaeology, emphasizing hands-on analysis of lithics and faunal remains to reconstruct past human behavior.

• Bioarchaeology
• Near Eastern Archaeology
• Isotope Analysis
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Arkadiusz Sołtysiak serves as Professor and Vice-dean of Research and Development at the Department of Bioarchaeology, Faculty of Archaeology, University of Warsaw. His academic profile centers on bioarchaeological research with intensive fieldwork across Iran, Syria, and the broader Near East, utilizing advanced isotopic methodologies to reconstruct ancient human lifeways. His research focuses on: Bioarchaeology and skeletal analysis Strontium, oxygen, and nitrogen isotope applications Human mobility and migration patterns Dietary reconstruction across Neolithic to post-Roman periods Ancient violence and trauma analysis Methodological innovation in archaeological science Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals concentrated investigation of human remains from Iranian sites (Shahr-i Qumis, Ali Kosh, Mersin Chal) and Syrian locations (Tell Brak), addressing population mobility, subsistence strategies, and societal transformations through multi-proxy isotopic approaches. Key temporal frameworks span the Iron Age, Bronze Age, and Late Antiquity, with geographic emphasis on the Zagros Mountains, Central Plateau, and Khabur Basin. Scientific Awards: No awards, fellowships, or medals were identified in the source materials. As Vice-dean of Research and Development, Sołtysiak directs institutional research strategy while maintaining active field engagement. His extensive publication record indicates significant graduate mentorship and collaboration with international archaeological teams, though specific student names and grant details remain unlisted in current documentation. He coordinates multi-national research initiatives across Iran (Semnan, Kashan, Tabriz regions), Syria (Khabur Triangle), and Lebanon, integrating bioarchaeological analysis with archaeological context to address anthropological questions of population dynamics and cultural change.

• Zooarchaeology
• Cultural Heritage Preservation
• Digital Archaeology
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Maja Grguric Srzentic is a researcher at the Department of Archaeology, University of Zadar. Her work focuses on zooarchaeology, cultural heritage preservation, and 3D laser scanning applications in archaeology. She has collaborated extensively with institutions like the Archaeological Museum in Zagreb and Vektra doo, contributing to osteological material processing and CAD documentation projects. Born: 1984 in Varaždin Education: MA in Archaeology (University of Zagreb, 2008) Key Affiliations: University of Zadar, Archaeological Museum Zagreb, Vektra doo Her research spans archaeological sites across Croatia and Europe, including cave excavations, medieval hillforts, and Bronze/Iron Age settlements. She specializes in faunal remains analysis, photogrammetry, and drone-based archaeological documentation. Notable trends in her publications include: Integration of 3D technologies in cultural heritage preservation Comprehensive zooarchaeological studies of medieval and prehistoric sites Interdisciplinary work bridging archaeology and veterinary anatomy While no explicit awards or grants are listed in her bio, her leadership role in archaeological projects and technical expertise highlights her significant contributions to the field.

Amy Bogaardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Archaeobotany
• Farming Origins
• Land Use
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Professor Amy Bogaard is a leading scholar in European Archaeology at the University of Oxford, School of Archaeology. Her research bridges early farming practices in Europe and Western Asia with contemporary traditional systems, focusing on sustainability, inequality, and agricultural origins. Current Projects: EXPLO (ERC Synergy), AGRICURB (ERC) Key Methods: Archaeobotanical analysis, stable isotopes, comparative studies Her work explores the interplay between farming, storage systems, diet, and social hierarchies. Recent publications emphasize agroecological models, land use dynamics, and inequality across prehistoric societies. Scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the British Academy (2021) Shanghai Archaeology Forum Research Award (2015) As a supervisor, she has guided numerous DPhil students on topics ranging from Neolithic agriculture in Jordan to Bronze Age dietary practices. Teaching covers prehistoric transitions, archaeobotany, and methodological innovations.

Fanny Bocquentinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Archaeoanthropology
• Funerary Practices
• Biological Anthropology
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Fanny Bocquentin is a Research Fellow at the CNRS affiliated with the UMR 8068 lab ( Technology and Ethnology of Prehistoric Worlds ) located at Université Paris Nanterre . She specializes in archaeoanthropology, focusing on the Natufian and Neolithic periods of the Near East. She earned her doctorate in Biological Anthropology from the University of Bordeaux in 2003. Her research explores: Funerary practices and ideologies in early sedentary societies Biological variability and identity in Levantine populations Impacts of sedentism, climate, and diet on human societies Multidisciplinary approaches to Pre-Pottery Neolithic transitions Her publications (2020–2023) predominantly investigate mortuary archaeology, bioarchaeological methods, and socio-ecological adaptations during the Pleistocene-Holocene transition, with recurring themes of death rituals, biological stress markers, and cultural evolution. Awards: Prix biennal du meilleur article publié dans Food & History (2021) She co-supervises doctoral candidates ( Marie Anton, Niels Fourchet ) and a Master’s student ( Enora Antoine ), and directs excavations at Eynan-Mallaha (Israel) and Beisamoun (Israel/Jordan). Her fieldwork is funded by ARPAMED, French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, CRFJ, and Irene Levi Sala Care Foundation.

Henny Piezonkaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Prehistoric Archaeology
• Neolithisation
• Hunter-Gatherer Societies
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Henny Piezonka is a Professor of Prehistoric Archaeology at the Freie Universität Berlin , holding the W3 chair since May 2023. She is also a Principal Investigator in the Collaborative Research Centre 1266 “TransformationsDimensionen” at Kiel University and leads multiple externally funded research projects, including fieldwork in Mongolia, India, and Siberia. Her academic career has included roles at the Universities of Bonn, Greifswald, and Kiel, as well as the German Archaeological Institute. She studied Prehistoric and Protohistoric Archaeology, Classical Archaeology, and Art History in Berlin and Glasgow, earning her Magister Artium in 2003 and Dr. phil. in 2010, both with distinction. Her doctoral dissertation on early ceramics in Northeast Europe received the Dr.-Walther-Liebehenz-Preis . Research Focus: Her work centers on hunter-gatherer and pastoral societies from the Late Glacial to the present, with a regional emphasis on the Eurasian forest zone and Arctic . She investigates neolithisation processes , mobility and sedentism , and socio-economic transformations using archaeological and ethnoarchaeological methods. She integrates biomolecular techniques (e.g., stable isotopes, radiocarbon dating) and collaborates across disciplines including anthropology, linguistics, and environmental science. Scientific Awards: Dr.-Walther-Liebehenz-Preis (2012) Rudolf-Virchow-Förderpreis (2004) Humboldt-Preis der HU Berlin (2003) Research Projects & Leadership: Principal Investigator, SFB 1266 “TransformationsDimensionen” (Kiel) Co-Speaker, ROOTS Sub-Cluster “Social Inequality” Project Lead, “Lost Cities” (Gerda Henkel Stiftung, Mongolia) Associated Researcher, ERC Project INDUCE (NE Europe) Teaching & Supervision: At FU Berlin, she teaches modules on Mesolithic and Neolithic landscapes, archaeological theory, ethnoarchaeology, and excavation methods. She has supervised numerous MA and PhD projects and leads field schools in Germany, Russia, and Mongolia. Labs & Teams: She collaborates with the Archaeozoological Laboratory and Field & Finds Lab at FU Berlin, and maintains active partnerships with research groups in Russia, Mongolia, and across Europe. Her work is supported by the German Research Foundation (DFG) , Gerda Henkel Stiftung , and European Research Council (ERC) .

Michele Buzonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioarchaeology
• Ancient Nile Valley Studies
• Sociopolitical Change Analysis
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Michele Buzon is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Purdue University, specializing in bioarchaeology and ancient Nile Valley studies. Her research explores sociopolitical transitions, migration patterns, and biocultural adaptation through skeletal analysis. University of California Santa Barbara (PhD in Anthropology) Loyola University Chicago (BA in Anthropology) Research Focus: Buzon combines isotopic and skeletal data to study Egyptian-Nubian interactions, health impacts of colonialism, and identity formation. Her work at Tombos (Sudan) examines mortuary practices and human mobility through strontium/oxygen isotopes. Article Trends: Recent publications emphasize isotopic analysis for migration tracking, paleopathology of trauma/disease, and decolonizing archaeological scholarship. Topics include post-mortem alteration, climate change effects, and intersectional identities in antiquity. Scientific Awards: University Faculty Scholar, Purdue Grants: Funded by the National Science Foundation, National Geographic Society, American Philosophical Society, Institute for Bioarchaeology, and Killam Trust. Her fieldwork at Tombos involves collaborative analysis of skeletal remains curated at Purdue.

Jade Whitlamمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Archaeobotany
• Environmental Archaeology
• Neolithic Transition
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Jade Whitlam is a Departmental Lecturer in Archaeology at the School of Archaeology, University of Oxford, and serves as Course Director for the Diploma and Advanced Diploma in British Archaeology. She directs studies for short online courses, weekly classes, and day/weekend events in Archaeology, Anthropology, and Ancient History. Her academic background includes a BA (Hons) in Biological Sciences from Oxford, an MSc in Environmental Archaeology and Palaeoenvironments from Birmingham, and a PhD in Archaeology from Reading. University: University of Oxford School: School of Archaeology Rank: Lecturer Jade’s research examines the interaction between people and environments, focusing on the emergence of farming in Southwest Asia and associated plant management strategies. Her work tracks the long-term socio-economic consequences of agriculture, with fieldwork experience in Iraq, Jordan, Israel, Türkiye, Siberia, and Italy. She is also a publicly engaged researcher, developing activities to communicate her findings to broader audiences. Her recent publications address topics such as early cereal processing in Jordan, weed flora analysis in France, and Neolithic plant economies in Iran. Awards include a PGCert in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education and Fellowship in the Higher Education Academy, supported by grants from the Gerald Averay Wainwright Fund and British Academy. Her public engagement projects include collaborations with the Pitt Rivers Museum and the Museum of English Rural Life. Scientific Awards: PGCert in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Gerald Averay Wainwright Fund grant British Academy grant Jade has contributed to edited volumes and special issues, including co-editing Environmental Archaeologies of Neolithisation and a special issue in Vegetation History and Archaeobotany . Her teaching role complements her research, emphasizing the integration of archaeobotanical evidence with broader socio-economic models.

Benjamin A. Saidelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Near Eastern Archaeology
• Ethnoarchaeology
• Pastoralism
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Benjamin A. Saidel is Professor of Anthropology at East Carolina University, specializing in Near Eastern archaeology with focus on Bedouin communities in the southern Levant. Holding a PhD from Harvard University (1998) and M.T.S. from Harvard Divinity School, his research bridges ethnography and archaeology to examine tribe-state relations across antiquity (3000-2000 BCE) and the recent past (1700-1948 CE). Degree in Anthropology from Harvard University Specialization in Near Eastern archaeology Fieldwork expertise in Negev Highlands and southern Levant His research explores nomadic groups through settlement patterns, material culture, and interdisciplinary approaches. Key projects include analyzing Bedouin dry farming practices at Qubūr el-Walēyide, reassessing Nahal Mitnan cairn fields, and studying Gaza Ware pottery production. He examines transitions from pastoralism to agriculture during Ottoman and British Mandate periods, emphasizing voluntary sedentarization and complex tribal-state dynamics. Recent publications span topics like Bedouin architecture at Al-ʿObeidat structures (2019), Kütahya ware coffee consumption (2018), and Nahal Be'erotayim encampment studies (2014). His work integrates excavation data, aerial photography, and ethnohistorical sources to document ephemeral Bedouin practices and reassess established chronologies. Current projects include: Negev Emergency Survey data synthesis Bedouin settlement pattern analysis Ottoman-Mandate period material culture studies Interdisciplinary approaches to ancient/modern syntheses

• Prehistoric Archaeology
• Mesolithic and Neolithic Scandinavia
• Human-Animal Relations
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Anja Mansrud is an Associate Professor at the Department of Cultural Heritage, Museum of Archaeology, University of Stavanger. Her research focuses on prehistoric archaeology, particularly Mesolithic and Neolithic Scandinavia, with expertise in human-animal relations, experimental archaeology, and material culture studies. Her research interests include: Multi-species perspectives on human-animal interactions in ritual and daily contexts Experimental replication of ancient technologies (fishhooks, sinkers, bone tools) Socio-economic formations of hunter-fisher-gatherer communities Long-term perspectives on burial practices and cultural landscapes Recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate consistent interdisciplinary approaches, integrating archaeological evidence with experimental methods to explore bear claw burials, human-fish engagements, and soapstone sinker production. Her work reveals intricate relationships between environmental constraints, technological innovations, and cultural practices in prehistoric Scandinavian societies. Mansrud actively participates in collaborative projects including 'Arkeologi på nye Veier' (Archaeology on New Ways) in Rogaland, investigating Stone Age settlements along infrastructure projects. She regularly engages in academic conferences, public lectures, podcasts with 'Primitive Tider', and media outreach to disseminate archaeological knowledge and advocate for cultural heritage preservation.

• Prehistoric Archaeology
• Lithic Analysis
• Neolithic Studies
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Professor Ivan Bonev Gatsov serves as Professor and former Department Head at the Department of Archaeology, New Bulgarian University (NBU) since 2000, where he currently teaches specialized courses including Neolithic Studies on the Balkans and Stone-Copper Age in Southeast Europe. His academic career spans over 40 years with concurrent appointments at the National Archaeological Institute with Museum (Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1978-2011). His educational background includes undergraduate studies at Sofia University (1968-1972), doctoral research at Jagiellonian University in Krakow (1973-1978), and Doctor of Sciences degree (2006) for research on prehistoric lithic assemblages from Eastern Thrace. His fieldwork experience encompasses 12 major international excavations across Bulgaria, Turkey, Greece, Romania, and Georgia since 1973. Professor Gatsov's research focuses on comparative lithic analysis of Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods in Southeast Europe and Anatolia, with particular expertise in chipped stone assemblages from Eastern Thrace and South Marmara regions (7th-5th millennia BC). His work examines Paleolithic-Mesolithic transitions, obsidian sourcing, and Neolithisation processes through systematic documentation of raw material procurement systems and technological adaptations. Recent publications (2009-2013) emphasize interregional cultural contacts and comparative technological studies between Balkan and Anatolian prehistoric communities. His 50+ publications include 7 monographs and 40+ journal articles, with recent work appearing in Eurasia Antiqua, Anatolica, and BAR International Series. Key contributions include comprehensive analyses of stone tool technologies at Troy, Barcin Hoyuk, and Pietrele settlements. Professor Gatsov maintains active international collaborations with the German Archaeological Institute, Dutch Institute in Istanbul, Istanbul University, and Georgian National Museum. His fieldwork methodology integrates excavation with laboratory analysis of lithic artifacts, providing students with hands-on training in material culture studies and regional cultural sequencing.