Research Grant
[Cite as http://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP0878604]Researchers: Dr Hendrik Poinar (Partner Investigator) , Dr Ross MacPhee (Partner Investigator) , Lee Arnold (Postdoctoral Fellow)
Brief description Pleistocene evolutionary dynamics and past environments of Siberia: Reconstructions using luminescence dating of ancient DNA sedimentary archives. This study will yield critical new insights into faunal-environment interactions in Siberia and their long-term implications for the evolution and extinction of Siberia's biota. These fundamental issues are of relevance to Australian archaeology, palaeontology and biogeography, and so our discoveries are of direct interest to Australian researchers studying these disciplines. The methodological advancements in OSL dating and DNA techniques that will accompany this research will enhance Australia's international scientific standing and create new opportunities for collaborative initiatives in both cutting-edge scientific research and consulting activities.
Funding Amount $338,000
Funding Scheme Discovery Projects
- ARC : DP0878604
- PURL : http://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP0878604
