This Research Topic of Frontiers is dedicated to unravelling the complex interplay of landscape and archaeological processes in the context of south-eastern South America. Our primary objective is to shed light onto the region's deep-rooted history, spanning from the earliest human inhabitants to the development of pre-Columbian societies. We are particularly interested in elucidating the symbiotic relationship between these societies and their paleoclimate and environmental surroundings, with the ultimate goal of fostering awareness and preservation of the rich cultural heritage that lies in this land.
Our archaeological studies delve into the first peopling of this area, mapping the trajectory of cultural evolution, genetic influences, and ways of life of indigenous pre-Columbian populations.
Furthermore, our inquiries extend to the delicate balance between extractive and productive economies, illuminating the emergence of social and technological complexity. We scrutinize the material culture and the nuanced dynamics of environmental exploitation, manipulation, and modification, seeking to uncover the profound impact of these interactions on the landscape.
The study of climate evolution stands as a fundamental research pillar in this endeavor. Our aims encompass a comprehensive analysis of physical, chemical, and biological changes within the environment, spanning from the Pleistocene-Holocene transition to subsequent historical periods. This research provides an indispensable foundation for understanding the parallel development of human societies in the region, offering valuable insights into the intricate interplay between humans and their natural surroundings.
We invite scholars to contribute papers that resonate with this pivotal geographical area. We are particularly interested in innovative methodologies spanning the fields of archaeology, genetics, proteomics, mobility studies, paleoenvironmental research, and heritage valorization.
Keywords:
archaeological processes, south america, paleoclimate, humans, societies, environment, preservation, heritage, landscape, evolution, pre-Columbian populations
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
This Research Topic of Frontiers is dedicated to unravelling the complex interplay of landscape and archaeological processes in the context of south-eastern South America. Our primary objective is to shed light onto the region's deep-rooted history, spanning from the earliest human inhabitants to the development of pre-Columbian societies. We are particularly interested in elucidating the symbiotic relationship between these societies and their paleoclimate and environmental surroundings, with the ultimate goal of fostering awareness and preservation of the rich cultural heritage that lies in this land.
Our archaeological studies delve into the first peopling of this area, mapping the trajectory of cultural evolution, genetic influences, and ways of life of indigenous pre-Columbian populations.
Furthermore, our inquiries extend to the delicate balance between extractive and productive economies, illuminating the emergence of social and technological complexity. We scrutinize the material culture and the nuanced dynamics of environmental exploitation, manipulation, and modification, seeking to uncover the profound impact of these interactions on the landscape.
The study of climate evolution stands as a fundamental research pillar in this endeavor. Our aims encompass a comprehensive analysis of physical, chemical, and biological changes within the environment, spanning from the Pleistocene-Holocene transition to subsequent historical periods. This research provides an indispensable foundation for understanding the parallel development of human societies in the region, offering valuable insights into the intricate interplay between humans and their natural surroundings.
We invite scholars to contribute papers that resonate with this pivotal geographical area. We are particularly interested in innovative methodologies spanning the fields of archaeology, genetics, proteomics, mobility studies, paleoenvironmental research, and heritage valorization.
Keywords:
archaeological processes, south america, paleoclimate, humans, societies, environment, preservation, heritage, landscape, evolution, pre-Columbian populations
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.