As an environmental archaeologist, I study how people in the past interacted with their environments. I investigate their use of natural resources, landscape modifications, and the effects of these actions on ecosystems over time and space. My research combines archaeological knowledge with environmental science and public health methods to uncover societies’ relationships with nature. I utilize isotopic and trace element analysis of animal and human remains, as well as sediments, to gather insights. Through my work, I aim to enhance our understanding of sustainability, resilience, and adaptation across different cultures and eras, shedding light on the intricate web of human-environment dynamics.
Research
My current research focuses on understanding the impacts of technological intensification in the Southern Carpathian Basin. Specifically, my dissertation project, titled “Dangerous Technologies,” examines the effects of metallurgical intensification in a wetland environment from 4500 to 1500 BC.
Natural environments Wetland and forest environments
Technological impacts Metallurgy
Exploitation, adaptation, sustainability Agriculture and husbandry practices
