The duality of the skeleton as both a biological and cultural entity has formed the theoretical
basis of bioarchaeology. In recent years bioarchaeological studies have stretched the early …

Strontium is a chemical element without biological functions in humans. In fact, only two
biological roles are known, both as a biomineral constituent. However, strontium and …

Ancient human mobility at the individual level is conventionally studied by the diverse
application of suitable techniques (eg aDNA, radiogenic strontium isotopes, as well as …

A multimethod archaeometry study (zooarchaeological, isotopic, ancient DNA,
paleobotanical, and radiocarbon dating) of a spider monkey sacrificed in the ceremonial …

Biogeographical studies of migration and mobility in archaeology and bioarchaeology rely
on accurately characterizing local 87 Sr/86 Sr ranges, either through baseline studies or by …

Isotopic and molecular analysis on human, fauna and pottery remains can provide valuable
new insights into the diets and subsistence practices of prehistoric populations. These are …

Theoretical developments in sociocultural anthropology have transformed the study of
kinship. Here, we review these theoretical developments, consider their influence on …

Ancient DNA (aDNA) analysis provides a powerful means of investigating human migration,
social organization, and a plethora of other crucial questions about humanity's past …

The decline of the Tiwanaku state saw the emergence of two new cultures—Pica‐Tarapacá
and Atacama—during the Late Intermediate Period in northern Chile. Archeological …

Northern Chile's Atacama Desert is one of the most unforgiving landscapes on the planet;
however, a variety of complex risk-mitigation strategies facilitated long-term human …