Three major types of analysis will be carried out for this project:
- Remote sensing using satellite imagery to carry out high-resolution GIS analysis of the relevant geographical and archaeological landscapes and to identify the key locations that are most suitable for collecting high quality geophysical and archaeological evidence.
- Intensive and extensive field work in India - involving:
- Coring of alluvial and lake sediments for palaeoclimate analysis
- Examination of sedimentary profiles of rivers and alluvial plains
- Location and recording of archaeological sites using satellite imagery, aerial photographs and computer aided mapping (GIS)
- Excavation of soundings at key archaeological sites
- Analysis of on- and off-site geomorphological processes
- Collection of palaeo-floral and faunal data, including evidence for exploitation of wood and seed plants, phytoliths, and animal species
- Collection of samples for Optical Stimulated Luminescence (OSL) and accelerator Mass Spectrometric (AMS) radiocarbon dating
- Collection of evidence of ceramic production, distribution and use
- Laboratory work and post fieldwork in UK and India-including:
- Analysis of climate and sedimentological data
- OSL and AMS dating of geographical and archaeological samples
- Detailed post excavation analysis of cultural material including geomorphological evidence, faunal and floral remains, and ceramics
Updated:2008-05-02. First published:2008-03-14
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