Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/FT200100816]Researchers: Dr Martina Demuro (Future Fellowship)
Brief description Shedding light on Neanderthal histories using luminescence chronologies. This project aims to develop unprecedented reconstructions of Neanderthal evolution, cultural and extinction histories at previously undatable or understudied European archaeology sites using a versatile luminescence dating toolkit. It will integrate multiple dating methods, palaeoclimate proxies and palaeoecological data to provide comprehensive knowledge of the timing, context and nature of Neanderthal evolution. Expected outcomes include unravelling past human responses to climate change, elucidating regional occupation patterns, emergence of complex behaviours, and causes of Neanderthal demise; with benefits for refining our own species deep-time evolutionary trajectory and global expansion across different regions, including Australia.
Funding Amount $866,462
Funding Scheme ARC Future Fellowships
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/FT200100816
- ARC : FT200100816