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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Related Studies These articles provide diverse perspectives on children’s roles in prehistoric art, integrating developmental psychology, cognitive science, and archaeology. Journal : Cambridge Archaeological Journal , 2015. Journal : Journal of Archaeological Method and Theory , 2023. Journal : World Archaeology , 2020.

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JANUARY 29, 2025

In addition to forests, these practices have destroyed archaeological evidence. Substantial erosion throughout Indonesia likely contributed to the destruction of any archaeological remains that may have once existed. These practices rake in billions of dollars per year. Palm oil generates about 2.5

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MARCH 14, 2025

Genomic Clues: Tracing Language Through Population Splits Unlike previous studies that relied on archaeology or comparative anatomy, this research examines how human populations began to branch off from one another. What Came First: Language or Symbolic Thought? Understanding when it emerged is key to understanding what makes us human."

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DECEMBER 2, 2024

From Philosophy to Archaeology: The Capability Approach The HDI, widely used today to evaluate well-being through health, education, and living standards, traces its roots to the capability approach developed by philosopher and economist Amartya Sen. Philosophy of archaeology. Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Archaeological specimens of semi-domesticated maize (corn) were found in baskets buried in caves in Peruaçu Valley. Archaeological evidence indicates that maize spread to southwestern Amazonia approximately 6,000 years ago before eventually arriving in Brazil’s Peruaçu Valley some 1,500 years ago. Freitas, F.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Archaeology, the science of unearthing and interpreting humanity’s ancient past, is entering a transformative era. ” The Ararat Plain Southeast Archaeological Project site. Recognizing the limitations of existing MR/AR hardware, the team is now developing custom-designed smart glasses tailored to archaeological fieldwork.

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DECEMBER 4, 2024

A recent study, published in the European Journal of Archaeology 1 , suggests these plaques may represent one of humanity's earliest attempts at recording genealogy—a non-verbal precursor to modern ancestry documentation. Journal : European Journal of Archaeology , 2004. Journal : Cambridge Archaeological Journal , 2009.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The LaPrele Mammoth Site: A Window into Early North American Life Archaeological discoveries at the LaPrele mammoth site in Wyoming continue to shed light on the ingenuity and adaptability of Early North Americans, who lived in North America nearly 13,000 years ago. Source: Journal of Archaeological Science , 2019.

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DECEMBER 19, 2024

Published in Archaeological Research in Asia 1 , the research introduces a computational approach that reveals unexpected complexity in the architectural development of Neolithic settlements. Credit: Naftali Hilger The Role of Computational Archaeology The study underscores the transformative potential of computational methods in archaeology.

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MARCH 6, 2025

For centuries, our understanding of early irrigation in Mesopotamia has relied largely on indirect evidence, such as cuneiform texts and archaeological remains of later canal networks. Recognition of ancient channels and archaeological sites in the Mesopotamian floodplain using satellite imagery. Credit: Antiquity (2025). Lang, D. &

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MARCH 4, 2025

People of the Sand, People of the Tent: Archaeological Perspectives on Mobility and Fluidity in Arid Regions kskordal Tue, 03/04/2025 - 09:19 Image The NYU Center for Ancient Studies presents the annual Rose-Marie Lewent Conference on Ancient Studies People of the Sand, People of the Tent: Archaeological Perspectives on Mobility and Fluidity in Arid (..)

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This includes a core strength in archaeological and allied approaches to the study of the ancient Mediterranean and the Near East, complemented by scholarship focused on the ancient Americas and East Asian antiquity. Joukowsky symposia are one- or two-day affairs organized around a topic relevant to the central mission of the Institute.

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DECEMBER 19, 2024

But recent archaeological findings reveal that even domestic livestock were transformed to project power and control. Credit: Journal of Archaeological Science (2024). Journal of African Archaeology , 13(2), 187-206. Journal of Archaeological Science , 172 (106104), 106104. DOI: 10.1016/j.jas.2024.106104 DOI:10.15184/aqy.2023.784

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MAY 8, 2024

SCS Diablog: Forever in Bloom: Kehinde Wiley’s Archaeology of Silence Richard Armstrong Wed, 05/08/2024 - 10:29

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OCTOBER 29, 2024

Photo by Marcello Canuto) The Power of Lidar in Archaeology Lidar, a laser-based detection system, allows archaeologists to scan landscapes by sending thousands of laser pulses per second and mapping the terrain based on how these pulses reflect off surfaces.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2025

2025 The study, published in Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports 1 , examined 26 iron objects from burial sites at Częstochowa-Raków and Częstochowa-Mirów. Journal of Archaeological Science, 92 , 30-39. Journal of Archaeological Science, 34 (5), 763-776. Credit: Jambon et al. DOI: 10.1111/j.1475-4754.2008.00385.x

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DECEMBER 4, 2024

The Study of Ancient Alaskan Canids To explore this complex history, a team of archaeologists led by François Lanoë from the University of Arizona analyzed 111 sets of bones from canids unearthed at archaeological sites across interior Alaska. Journal : Journal of Anthropological Archaeology , 2019. lupus/familiaris ).

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Archaeological sites across Europe have revealed Neanderthal practices such as: Decorative Use of Materials : Bird feathers, claws, and perforated shells were likely used as ornaments. Navazo Ruiz et al., Instead, they displayed a deep appreciation for the natural world and engaged in complex social and cultural behaviors.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Evidence of Experimental Archaeology To confirm their hypotheses, the researchers recreated the Neanderthal hearth. “Our colleagues noticed during the experimental archaeology experience that they needed to manage the fire covering the plant and also open the crust,” explained Francisco Jiménez-Espejo, a study co-author.

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DECEMBER 17, 2024

“Charterhouse Warren is one of those rare archaeological sites that challenges the way we think about the past,” Schulting says. Journal of Anthropological Archaeology , 45, 94–108. Journal of Archaeological Science , 51, 181–190. Image credit: Schulting et al. Antiquity, December 2024. link] Smith, G.

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JULY 30, 2024

The deserts of northern Africa and the Arabian Peninsula have long been the focus of archaeological research, revealing their roles as cradles of early human civilization and migration routes through so-called “green corridors.” Initial surveys have revealed a landscape rich in artifacts, suggesting potential migration routes.

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Teaching Anthropology

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The SWP field school offers UTM students the opportunity to be trained in archaeological excavation within their campus grounds. Teaching prompted us to reassess our skills and rediscover the motivations that led us to pursue archaeology originally.

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JANUARY 18, 2025

Archaeological evidence suggested these people coexisted peacefully, identifying themselves as part of the broader Avar society. Historical records describe the Vienna Basin during this time as a period of relative peace, a sentiment echoed in the archaeological findings. ” Oxford Journal of Archaeology. DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-0092.2009.00348.x

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DECEMBER 2, 2024

Journal of Archaeological Science, 117 , 105116. Journal of Archaeological Research, 22 (4), 563–602. Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports. Leierer, L., Pérez, L., & Lagunilla, Á H. DOI:10.1016/j.jas.2020.105116 Richter, J., & Uthmeier, T. Bentsen, S. Langley, A., & Needham, A. Knight, R.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Archaeological Indicators of Intentional Burial Determining intentional burial practices relies on distinguishing human-placed items from naturally occurring elements. This study, published in L'Anthropologie 1 , highlights the need for broader archaeological explorations to fill in the gaps of early human history.

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MARCH 5, 2025

Bone tools found in Olduvai, photographed in the Pleistocene Archaeology Lab of CSIC. Bone tools found in Olduvai, photographed in the Pleistocene Archaeology Lab of CSIC. Researchers have uncovered a collection of systematically shaped bone tools at Olduvai Gorge, dating back to 1.5

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MARCH 10, 2025

Unlike many other archaeological sites that have been repeatedly excavated over decades, this cave has only recently been investigated systematically. Journal of Archaeological Science, Reports , 63 (105064), 105064. Martini, I., Terlato, G., Silvestrini, S., Romandini, M., Gruppo Speleologico Neretino, Berna, F., Calcagnile, L.,

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OCTOBER 31, 2024

Archaeology and the Role of Social Complexity in Early Arabian Towns The modest urban organization found at al-Natah and similar sites suggests that early Arabian communities functioned as social and trade centers without the hierarchical systems common in more complex urban societies.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Conclusion: The Future of Central Asian Archaeology The Soii Havzak site marks a significant step forward in understanding the complex tapestry of human prehistory in Central Asia.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Could natural selection alone turn wolves into early dogs quickly enough to match the archaeological record? The model produced striking results: In 37–74% of simulations , wolves evolved into dogs within a time-frame consistent with archaeological evidence. Journal of Archaeological Science , 36 , 473–490.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Published in the Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports 1 , the research provides fascinating new perspectives on how early farmers conceptualized time, continuity, and legacy. Journal of Archaeological Science, Reports , 62 (104998), 104998. 1 Zamzow, E., Valentini, M. Küßner, M., & Risch, R.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Although some archaeological studies propose that spindle whorls made of bone or antler existed around 20,000 years ago, they were likely decorative rather than functional for spinning. “It really changes the way you think about your archaeological finds.” “Whorls probably helped lead to those inventions.”

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JANUARY 16, 2025

Anthropologist Dr. Martin Smith describes how these findings add depth to archaeological interpretations: “Rather than simply seeing a set of skeletons, hidden aspects of these people’s lives and identities come into view as mothers, husbands, and daughters.”

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JANUARY 6, 2025

Ancient Cartography in Stone The study, published in the Oxford Journal of Archaeology 1 by Médard Thiry and Anthony Milnes, describes a series of engravings carved into the floor of the Ségognole 3 cave.

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MARCH 11, 2025

Now, a study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science 1 has used ancient DNA and isotopic analysis to answer that question—and in doing so, has provided new insight into a war that shaped the history of East Asia. Journal of East Asian Archaeology, 23 (2), 89-112. It falls to archaeologists to protect the fortress."

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FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The Genetic Footprint of the Huns The study focused on 35 newly sequenced genomes from key archaeological sites, including a 3rd–4th century site in Kazakhstan and 5th–6th century burial contexts in the Carpathian Basin. The results paint a complex picture of migration, cultural blending, and long-distance connections.

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