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We bring together human osteoarchaeology and zooarchaeology. In particular, we take a biocultural approach to the study of bioarchaeology of both human and faunal remains. 

Core group members include Sonia Zakrzewski, Jaco Weinstock, Jo Sofaer and Alistair Pike, plus Simon Mays (Historic England) and Dale Serjeantson. We also have graduate students, both PhD and master's. Our interests include skeletal and bodily expression of past human identities, migration, diet, occupation, and activity practices. Additionally, we conduct research on disease (palaeopathology), disability, and religious practice.

This research sometimes includes isotope analysis, ancient DNA research and the use of micro-CT. We often collaborate with other groups and use facilities across the University.

We also undertake some contract osteological work of both faunal and human assemblages.

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Alistair Pike
Professor of Archaeological Science
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As an isotope specialist, much of my research has focused on the Neanderthals, often looking at their diet, their mobility patterns and the dating of their cave art.
Sonia Zakrzewski
Prof of Bioarchaeology & BioAnthropology
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My research has focused particularly on using skeletal remains and isotopic studies to look at ethnicity and mobility, but more recently has looked at disability in past populations, often with a focus on Egyptian or Saxon populations.
Jacobo Weinstock
Associate Professor
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My research is particularly interested in using zooarchaeological and ancient DNA methods to study megafaunal extinctions. My previous research has looked at cave bears, reindeer and the use of horses by past populations.

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Professor Sonia Zakrzewski welcomes email enquiries.
s.r.zakrzewski@soton.ac.uk