A comprehensive database of isotopic analysis from Sudanese archaeological sites, revealing ancient diet, mobility, and environmental conditions through bioarchaeological materials.
Explore Database
This database presents a compilation of isotope data from research projects analyzing bioarchaeological materials from Sudanese archaeological sites.
The database provides users with an interface to obtain data for further research and serves as a venue for uploading additional data. Structured around several categories, users can explore data by region, period, and analysis type.
Focus areas include osteobiographical data (age, sex), burial context details, dietary analyses (δ¹³C, δ¹⁵N), mobility patterns (δ¹⁸O, ⁸⁷Sr/⁸⁶Sr), and radiocarbon dating.
Comprehensive coverage across Sudanese archaeological sites and periods
Continuously updated with new data and research findings
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Explore the archaeological methods that reveal Sudan's ancient past
Each isotope tells a unique story about ancient lives—from what they ate to where they traveled
Reveals dietary patterns—distinguishing between C3 plants (wheat, barley) and C4 plants (millet, sorghum) consumed in ancient diets.
Indicates protein sources and trophic level—showing whether diets were plant-based, included meat, or featured aquatic resources.
Tracks water sources and climate—reflecting the geographic origin and seasonal patterns of water consumption.
Maps mobility and migration—identifying whether individuals were local or had traveled from geologically distinct regions.
Careful extraction of bioarchaeological materials from Sudanese sites
Precise collection of bone, tooth enamel, and other specimens
Mass spectrometry reveals isotopic signatures
Data reveals diet, mobility, and ancient lifeways
Access comprehensive isotopic data from Sudanese archaeological contexts. Search, filter, and download datasets for your research.