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Melanesia is one of the most anthropologically significant places in the world. Fundamental ideas central to anthropology emerged from ethnographic studies there. This incredibly diverse region is also ripe with many important issues at the

Course description: What can DNA reveal about human evolution? How can proteins help reveal ancient recipes? Can isotopes help us solve forensic cold cases? This course examines how molecular techniques are applied in archaeology

Course description: Archaeology of Ancient China (ANTH 202B) presents the thrilling tale of ancient China from its earliest beginnings to the first empire through iconic excavations and recent archaeological discoveries – from Peking Man to