ROOTS

Research into the Origins and Organization of Tropical Societies

Learning from the Earliest ancestral Maya populations

ROOTS explores the archaeology, ecology, and biology of some of the earliest the earliest people to live in the northern Neotropics.

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Our projects apply scientific methods to reconstruct the biology and cultural history of ancient tropical farmers and their ancestors.

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Collaboration and Conservation Centered

Our project strives to embrace ethical perspectives in partnership with local collaborators and communities. We have a strong commitment communities on whose ancestral lands we work.

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Meet Our Team

Get to know the dedicated individuals who form the backbone of our archaeological research team. Learn about their expertise, passion, and contributions to the exploration of ancient tropical societies.

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