Chemical analysis of archaeological materials provides information largely unavailable by other means. Although there are many examples of chemical dating and site prospection, the major impact of chemistry on archaeology has come from analysis of artifacts and human remains. Such studies provide information on sources of raw material, authenticity of artifacts, technology of manufacture, and ancient diet.
Hosted by: Program on Ancient Technologies and Archaeological Materials (ATAM)

In conjunction with: Department of Anthropology, Department of Chemistry, Department of the Classics, Department of Geology, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Department of Physics, Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, Campus Honors Program, Spurlock Museum, Archaeological Institute of America, Central Illinois Society