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While studying ancient stone tools, researchers uncovered evidence that may change what we know about Paleolithic Pacific migration—the theory of how ...
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A new radiocarbon dating analysis has finally settled one of archaeology's most contentious debates: when the massive eruption of Thera (Santorini) volcano occurred in relation to the dynastic timeline of ancient Egypt. The research, published in PLOS ONE by an international team of scientists from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and the University of Groningen, concludes that the Minoan eruption occurred before Pharaoh Ahmose I, the founder of Egypt's 18th Dynasty.
Why Archaeology Matters: Reflections on 40 Years Working in the Western Pacific
Emeritus Professor Glenn Summerhayes (OL OAM FAHA FSA) has spent over 40 years studying the archaeology of Papua New Guinea, describing his research as part time travel, part detective work, and a "two-way process" involving local communities.
Join us to hear Glenn reflect on his experiences in the Western Pacific, what his research has revealed about the history of human civilisation, and the crucial role of archaeology in today's society.
Sorry to grumble (and I do know it isn't your fault) but
Congrats to ASHB members Hallie Buckley and Charlotte King and their colleagues for winning the Australian Society for Historical Archaeology's Graham Connah Award for Best Publication for their book 'Life and Death in Early Rural Otago.'
The book was by Peter Petchey and Hallie Buckley with contributions by Charlotte King and others.
I doubt Peter will raise this, but credit should be given to him.
Fiona
Dr. Fiona Petchey Director / Associate Professor Radiocarbon Dating Laboratory Te Aka Mātuatua - School of Science Ph: +64 7 8384278 University of Waikato
"We are asking people to take the next step and make an official submission on the proposal," Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga southern director Dr ...
Congrats to ASHB members Hallie Buckley and Charlotte King and their colleagues for winning the Australian Society for Historical Archaeology's Graham Connah Award for Best Publication for their book 'Life and Death in Early Rural Otago.' 👏
Ancient humans crossing the Bering Strait into the Americas carried more than tools and determination—they also carried a genetic legacy from Denisovans, an extinct human relative. A new study reveals that a mysterious gene called MUC19, inherited through interbreeding between Denisovans, Neanderthals, and humans, may have played a vital role in helping early Americans survive new diseases, foods, and environments.
Archaeology on Ice: Fieldwork at the Historic Ross Sea Huts. Speaker: Jeremy Moyle
Frozen in time, the Antarctic explorer huts in the Ross Sea are today cared for by the Antarctic Heritage Trust. Last summer season Jeremy was privileged enough to join the Trust's team heading south to assist with that year's conservation programme. This talk discusses the archaeological work that was undertaken as well as the general process and character of managing a heritage site in one of the world's most extreme environments.
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