Archaeometry at OSU’s Radiation Center

             Trace-element analyses for research and conservation.

Sensitive, high precision, multi-element characterization of artifact composition using Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis.

Artifact Provenance - link artifacts to their source based on the unique geochemical signature of the raw material, including ceramic clays and obsidian.

Ancient Technology - utilize trace-element composition to infer technological processes.

Authentication - verify authenticity or antiquity based on trace-element composition.

Palaeo-diet and Nutrition - examine diet and nutritional status of prehistoric populations from bone chemistry.

100 Radiation Center

Oregon State University

Corvallis, OR  97331-5903

 

Phone: 541-737-4216

Fax: 541-737-0480

E-mail: mincleah@engr.orst.edu

For more information, contact Dr. Leah Minc