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New DNA Lab’s Cutting-Edge Methods Trace Development of Human Cultures
UMD has launched Maryland’s first DNA lab focused on genetic anthropology, led by Professor Miguel Vilar. The lab gives students hands-on experience analyzing DNA to trace human migration and cultural history. A second lab is set to open soon and will study ancient DNA from fossil remains.
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Centuries Old Crystal-clear Findings Uncovered by Archaeologist Reveal Stories of Ireland’s Mystical Past
In the summer of 2018, anthropologist Stephen Brighton and his students unearthed four quartz crystals at a site in County Cork, Ireland, alongside other artifacts such as a kitchen foundation, a cast-iron pot, and buttons. These crystals, which seemed out of place in the area, eventually led to the discovery about Ireland's history during and after the 19th-century potato famine.
Regional Household Variation and Inequality Across the Maya Landscape with Co-Author Dr. Madeline Brown
Recently an article "Regional Household Variation and Inequality Across the Maya Landscape" was published in the Journal of Anthropological Archaeology, with faculty, Dr.Madeline Brown as aa co author. Brief Description:
Dr. Stephen Brighton's field school named #48 on West Cork's 101 Archaeological Sites to Visit
Congratulations to Dr. Brighton's field school as it has landed at #48 on West Cork's 101 Archaeological Sites to Visit! In recent months, Cork County launched its guide map on archaeology. The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr.
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Amber Ketchum, PhD Student
Hi! I'm Amber, and I am coming to the department with a master's of science in anthrozoology.
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Emilia Guevara, Ph.D., 2023
Name: Emilia Guevara Degree: Ph.D. in Sociocultural Anthropology Hometown: Arlington, Virginia and Mexico City, Mexico
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Nina St. Hillaire, B.S., 2023
Name: Nina St. Hillaire Degree: B.S. in Anthropology, Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics Hometown: Ellicott City, Maryland
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Kate O'Sullivan, M.A.A student
Kate O'Sullivan is a first-year graduate student pursuing a master's in historical archaeology. Dr.
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Emma Weikert, M.A.A student
Emma is on track to graduate with her MAA degree in the Spring of 2025. Emma is the Department of Anthropology's first student to enroll in the 4+1 BS/MAA program! Emma completed her B.S.
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Genesis Bonilla, B.A Student
Genesis Bonilla is a second year sociocultural anthropology undergraduate student at the University of Maryland.
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