Dr Lisa Baldini’s Post

Has it? That was published 25 years ago. Geoarchaeology should be middle age by now. (the field, not the geoarchaeologists) What does middle-aged geoarchaeology look like? Are we there yet? Mainstream? Those are the first few questions I ask in my "Letter from the Chair" to the Society for American Archaeology's Geoarchaeology Interest Group this year. More to follow. By the way, the citation: Tina Niemi, “Geoarchaeology—Where Do We Go from Here?” American Journal of Archaeology 103 (1999). Yes, we've made great strides. But enough? #GIG #geoarchaeologyinterestgroup #societyforamericanarchaeology #culturalheritage #STP #geoarchaeology #deeptesting #ACRA #geoarchaeologist #culturalresources #SHPO #THPO #archaeology #crm #coring #geoprobe #floodplains #fluvial #alluvialterraces #paleosols #river #geomorphology #rivers #fluvialgeomorphology #stratigraphy #fluvial #colluvial #buriedAhorizons #alluvial #glacial #eolian #coastal #gsa #societyforamericanarchaeology #geomorphic #paleolandscapes #probabilitymodeling #predictivemodeling #OSL #micromorphology #radiocarbon #geoprobe #geotechnical #geotechnicalinvestigation #drilling #drillingrig

"Exploring Environmental Archaeology: Uncovering Ancient Ecosystems and Human Impact" "Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of environmental archaeology. Discover how archaeologists use clues from the natural world to reconstruct ancient ecosystems and understand how humans interacted with their environment. From studying ancient plant remains to analyzing soil samples, learn how this discipline helps us connect the dots between past climates, landscapes, and cultures. Perfect for history enthusiasts and anyone curious about the deep connections between nature and human civilization." https://lnkd.in/dvkiqGQc #EnvironmentalArchaeology #AncientHistory #Archaeology #HumanImpact #Ecosystems #NatureAndCulture #HistoricalResearch #Anthropology #Sustainability #EcoArchaeology #PastAndPresent #HistoryUncovered #ExploreThePast #ScienceAndHistory #ArchaeologicalDiscoveries #linkdin #YouTube #content #unfinished_curious_miles

🔍 There's more to be learnt about ancient human life in the Namib Sand Sea on the west coast of Namibia. 🌍 Abi Stone, Reader in Physical Geography, The University of Manchester and Dominic Stratford, Professor of Archaeology, University of the Witwatersrand are part of an interdisciplinary research team of physical geographers, archaeologists and geospatial scientists, interested in the long-term history of deserts and human-environmental interactions. Their research provides a timeframe for the presence of a small freshwater lake that once existed in the Namib Sand Sea, and draws attention to the Namib Sand Sea as a place archaeologists should study to learn more about far-reaching and deep human connections across southern Africa. #NamibSandSea #PhysicalGeography #Archaeology #Geospatial

Historic Environment Scotland has awarded a £21,000 grant to Registered Organisation Wessex Archaeology and Dendrochronicle to carry out further research into the Sanday Wreck, an intact section of shipwreck timbers uncovered on Sand o’Erraby, Orkney Islands, earlier this year https://ow.ly/Wr1R50Up3Z9. CIfA member Dr Coralie Mills, of Dendrochronicle, says, “I am delighted to be working on this project, a true team effort with the Sanday community at the heart of it. It is wonderful that Historic Environment Scotland have funded the dendrochronology and wider research on the wreck. My colleague Hamish Darrah and I are working closely with Ben Saunders and the team at Wessex Archaeology. Together, we hope to reveal this vessel’s date, origins, form and how she came to be in Sanday.” This funding award follows the launch of a new Dendrochronology Research Framework for Scotland in November which is hosted on ScARF website #archaeology #archaeologyuk #archaeologyscotland #archaeologist #archaeologynews #archaeologicalexcavation #archaeologyfieldwork #archaeologicalscience #marinearchaeology

Excited to share that I’ve successfully completed the Archaeology as a Science course on Coursera! This enriching experience deepened my understanding of scientific approaches in Archaeology, including Paleoethnobotany, Sediment Archaeology, Zooarchaeology and Biomolecular Archaeology among other fascinating methodologies. Looking forward to applying these insights in exploring history and uncovering the stories of the past!

#OnTheBeamlines: We can learn a lot about early human diets and environments by analyzing fossilized food remains. For example, were people of that time able to adapt when their food sources changed? Researchers from the University of Calgary / UCalgary Faculty of Arts (Department of Anthropology and Archaeology) -- in collaboration with colleagues at Saskatchewan Structural Sciences Centre, University of Saskatchewan -- used our VESPERS beamline to study food residue left behind on stone age tools from Tanzania dating back 2 million years ago. Specifically, the scientists are trying to determine whether the components of starch, such as its structure and chemical composition, undergo any significant changes over time. Researcher Julio Mercader (in photo) says their research at the CLS holds incredible potential for understanding ancient materials in ways never before possible. “Synchrotron light tells us about the formation and preservation processes these materials underwent over thousands of years, which is key to understanding the ways in which biodegradable material such as starch can even survive deep time,” says Mercader. “It opens up a whole new realm of understanding archaeological and palaeontological remains, providing a critical perspective on dated paradigms in archaeological research, and revealing a new path forward.” #archeology #deeptime #fossilizedfood

How do digital mapping tools enhance archaeological research? Geographic Information Systems (GIS) offer transformative tools for archaeologists, enhancing their ability to document, analyze, and interpret archaeological sites with unprecedented precision. Using MAPOG tools like Create Polygon and Create Grid, archaeologists can delineate site boundaries accurately and systematically divide excavation areas into manageable units. This methodical approach not only streamlines the excavation process but also aids in preserving spatial context and managing data effectively. GIS also facilitates the analysis of spatial distribution patterns of archaeological features, contributing to a deeper understanding of past civilizations. The integration of GIS in archaeology is revolutionizing the field, providing invaluable resources for the preservation and management of cultural heritage sites. 📧 Need assistance? Reach out to support@mapog.com for personalized guidance. 🌐 Visit our website to learn more about our mapping solutions: https://lnkd.in/dtGVY9uA #Archaeology #ArchaeologicalResearch #GISMapping #GIS #MAPOG #DigitalMapping #CulturalHeritage #SiteDocumentation #CreatePolygon #CreateGrid #SpatialAnalysis #HistoricalResearch #AncientCivilizations #Excavation #DataManagement #SitePreservation #CulturalPreservation #MappingTechnology #ResearchTools #InnovationInArchaeology

Didn’t get your copy? Darn. I kept putting them out around the conference. They kept disappearing. Then I ran out. Who knew? Society for American Archaeology members, join SAA’s Geoarchaeology Interest Group (GIG). $3 per year. This year will be like no other. It’s the Year of Geoarchaeology. No other reason needed. You’ll get our annual newsletter, periodic emails from your current GIG Chair (me), and invites to our monthly online meetings- to talk shop, how to advance geoarchaeology to full integration at every phase of every archaeological project, training, just about everything. And we got goals. Big ones. You don’t have to be a geoarchaeologist to join, just “geoarchaeology interested” works just fine. Join us! #SAA2024 #yearofgeoarchaeology #geoarchaeologyinterestgroup #archaeologicalpowerofgeoarchaeology #culturalheritage #STP #societyforamericanarchaeology #geoarchaeology #deeptesting #ACRA #geoarchaeologist #culturalresources #SHPO #THPO #archaeology #crm #coring #geoprobe #floodplains #fluvial #alluvialterraces #paleosols #river #geomorphology #rivers #fluvialgeomorphology #stratigraphy #fluvial #colluvial #buriedAhorizons #alluvial #glacial #eolian #coastal #gsa #societyforamericanarchaeology #geomorphic #paleolandscapes #probabilitymodeling #predictivemodeling #OSL #micromorphology #radiocarbon #geoprobe #geotechnical #geotechnicalinvestigation #drilling #drillingrig

We’ve had lunch and are ready to dive into the afternoon sessions at Day Two of CIfA’s conference. There’s the Making It Last: Achieving Sustainable Legacy in Public Archaeology session, which will explore this challenge through case studies of community archaeological projects. Or there’s Changing Roles and Legacies in Archaeology, with speakers followed by a discussion panel. Alternatively, there’s Resilience and Realignment: the Agency of Heritage Professionals within the Framework set by Design & Engineering Consultancies. #archaeology #archaeologyuk #cifa2024 #archaeologist #archaeologynews #archaeologicalexcavation #archaeologyfieldwork #archaeologicalscience