ANTH 4510 - Paleopathology

This course examines disease processes in past human populations using an evolutionary and multidisciplinary perspective. Through studies of archaeological skeletal remains, we explore local and global patterns of disease and response to environmental stresses in ancient times, which are also relevant to today’s health concerns.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ANTH 2500 (may be taken concurrently), or instructor approval. ANTH 3510 is also recommended.

Credits: 3 hours