The first publication from the CAS project 'Exploring the Archaeological Migration Narrative: The Introduction of Farming and Animal Husbandry in Southern Norway', led by Daniela Hofmann and Martin Furholt back in 2021/2022, has been unveiled through the Sidestone Press.
2021/2022
Exploring the Archaeological Migration Narrative
Exploring the Archaeological Migration Narrative
The Introduction of Farming and Animal Husbandry in Southern Norway
Humaniora
Principal investigators
Abstract
Our project was concerned with fostering interdisciplinary dialogue between archaeologists and archaeogeneticists. Three working groups examined selected aspects (theory and case-study based) of Neolithic migrations in the third millennium BC. We generated new insights through a focus on uniparental markers in ancient DNA, and through suggesting and applying alternative models for migration inspired by other archaeological contexts and by social anthropology. Our time at CAS was invaluable for this project, as it allowed specialists from different institutions and disciplines to work together in a highly conducive and collegial atmosphere. Results of the project have been spread through scholarly publications, conference presentations, invited papers, workshops and a public outreach booklet. Further publications are in preparation/in press.
Fellows
News
New technology that enables DNA analysis of ancient material has sparked new discussions about prehistoric migration. Researchers at the Centre for Advanced Study (CAS) aim to dissect the current debates and to improve the interdisciplinary collaboration between archaeologists and natural scientists.