Lab facilities

As part of the Bonn Center for ArchaeoSciences I am currently directing lab facilities in the field of anthropology and paleopathology, and biomolecular archaeology.
BoCAS specializes in bioarchaeology, with a strong focus on analyzing human remains as well as molecular techniques such as proteins, lipids, and stable isotopes. The aim is to provide practical solutions for significant questions related to ancient history by utilizing methods ranging from palaeoecology and isotopes to the latest -omics technologies. Research spans across major prehistoric and historic themes while creating robust connections between laboratory work and field studies.

We have a variety of tools for both dry and wet processing and extraction of archaeological samples before analysis. Our research group owns all the equipment listed below, which is accessible to faculty and students after proper training.  A list can be found below. 

At BoCAS, we have a flexible lab focused on analyzing human remains, equipped with a diverse collection from different time periods. The labs are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and a diverse teaching collection from various time periods and it is used for instructing both undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as for individual lab work and research conducted by students at all levels.

We have a well-equipped osteology lab next to the skeletal collections for easy access to the remains. We also provide several teaching tools for learning human anatomy as well as digital scanners to record the osteological specimens for further analysis.