The mummies and objects of the Bab el-Gasus Cache go online
The mummies and objects found at the cache of Bab el-Gasus Cache in 1891 go online.
Long distance voyaging among the Pacific Islands
Polynesian peoples are renowned for their advanced sailing technology and for reaching the most remote islands on the planet centuries before the Europeans reached the Americas.
The multiethnic structure of Mongolia’s first nomadic empire
The Xiongnu dominated the Eurasian steppes two millennia ago and foreshadowed the rise of the Mongol Empire.
Chicken breeding in Japan dates back to fourth century BCE
Conclusive evidence of chicken breeding in the Yayoi period of Japan has been discovered from the Karako-Kagi site.
Protecting the cultural heritage of ancient bone artifacts is now possible
Developed by scientists from the University of Bologna and the University of Genoa, the new technology makes it possible to map at high resolution the presence of collagen.
New discoveries in Old Dongola. Protection for Tungul
The paintings show the Mother of God, Christ, as well as a scene depicting a Nubian king, Christ, and Archangel Michael.
Current Research in Egyptology Basel First Circular
it is now also possible to register for the conference for anyone who wish to attend.
Neolithic farmers processed cow, goat and sheep milk
Farmers living in today’s Poland during the Neolithic period produced dairy products from the milk of various animals: cows, sheep and goats.
Beethoven’s genome
Scientists have sequenced the composer’s genome using five genetically matching hair locks.
One of Vasa’s crewmen was a woman
When the human remains found on board the warship Vasa were investigated, it was determined that the skeleton designated G was a man. New research now shows that the skeleton is actually from a woman.
Mummies provide key to reconstruct the ancient Mediterranean climate
Swiss scientists are reconstructing the climate of the ancient world using small wooden artefacts hung on mummified remains.
Scientists determine breathing rate of one of largest herbivorous dinosaurs
Plateosaurus, one of the largest herbivorous dinosaurs, took about seven breaths per minute, similar to the modern rhinoceros, scientists have calculated.
D.A. Bragg Returns 11th Century Antiquity to Cambodia
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr., announced the return of the Khmer Lintel, an antiquity dating to the 11th century that was looted from Cambodia during the 1990s.
New clues to the behavioral variability of Neanderthal hunting parties
A recent study looks at the spatial organization of a Neanderthal hunting camp at the Navalmaíllo Rock Shelter site in Pinilla del Valle (Madrid).
Monetary Economies of the Hellenistic World
The Oxford Ancient History Sub-Faculty seminar series is taking place in the spring/ summer term (April to June).
Severed hands from Avaris medically documented
A Hyksos practice of showing bravery and dominance, probably during a ceremony.
Genomic study reveals signs of tuberculosis adaptation in ancient Andeans
People living in the Andes mountains of South America adapted not only to the scarce oxygen but also to the tuberculosis bacterium.
Sabaean inscription on a large clay jar deciphered
Dr. Daniel Vainstub deciphered a partially preserved inscription that was found on the neck of a large jar dated back to the time of King Solomon.
Early Career Fellowships & Visiting Fellowships at the BSA
The British School at Athens is delighted to invite applications for Early Career Fellowships and Visiting Fellowships!
Yak milk consumption among Mongol Empire elites
For the first time, researchers have pinpointed a date when elite Mongol Empire people were drinking yak milk, according to a study co-led by a University of Michigan researcher.
Copper artifacts unearth new cultural connections in southern Africa
Chemical and isotopic analysis of copper artifacts from southern Africa reveals new cultural connections among people living in the region between the 5th and 20th centuries according to a University of Missouri researcher and colleagues.
Recording 2,000 years of ancient graffiti in Egypt
Simon Fraser University researchers look into ancient graffiti as they produce a state-of-the-art 3D recording of the Temple of Isis.
A 6,000-year-old copper fishing hook found in Ashkelon
The fishhook, possibly for hunting sharks, was discovered in the Israel Antiquities Authority excavations carried out in Ashkelon.
Ancient mosaic floor re-uncovered along the Israel National Trail
The mosaic floor of an ancient church was first discovered in the 1980s but was since been covered over and not accessible.