Archaeological Science 2: Ancient Biomolecules

0.5 credits · Undergraduate

Ancient biomolecules (proteins, lipids, DNA), the conditions under which they preserve, how they are isolated and analyzed. Topics include stable isotopes, ancient DNA, proteomics, and organic residue analysis. Labs provide students with hands-on experience with techniques commonly used in archaeological science (emphasis on bone chemistry). Prerequisite: ANTH 2150H or three of BIOL 1020H, BIOL 1030H, CHEM 1000H, CHEM 1010H, GEOG-EGEO 1040H, or PHYS 1001H.