If bone is considered as a composite of collagen (protein) and bioapatite (mineral), then
three pathways of diagenesis are identified:(1) chemical deterioration of the organic …

Calcium phosphate apatites offer outstanding biological adaptability that can be attributed to
their specific physico-chemical and structural properties. The aim of this review is to …

The aim of the atlas is to provide images of taphonomic modifications, making it as
comprehensive as possible with evidence presently available. This volume is intended both …

Microbial bioerosion, in all its manifestations, is one of the major factors determining the long-
term survival of archaeologically and environmentally important artefacts and ecofacts made …

Recent years have seen rapid advances in the understanding of diagenetic changes to
bone tissues and how these influence the chemistry, microstructure and histological …

Many experiments have been conducted in the field of taphonomy in order to understand the
effects of some agents and the associated pattern and process of bone modifications. A …

Abstract The Brazilian Intertropical Region (BIR) abounds with tank (natural reservoir)
deposits, a primary source of late Quaternary megafauna remains. However, most of these …

Microbial attack is one of the key processes altering archaeological bone during the early
stage of diagenesis. Some burial conditions seem more prone to prevent microbial attack in …

Several studies have attempted to identify diagnostic criteria for distinguishing between
evidence of trampling and cut marks, two common modifications at archaeological sites …

Natural history institutions use different standards and methods to prepare and preserve
skeletons of both modern and fossil vertebrates. These standards and treatments may be …