PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

A. Prof Moffat is an archaeological scientist specializing in geological techniques with a research focus on climate variation's impact on human evolution. His research involves analyzing sediments from long-occupied rock shelter sites in South Africa, Indonesia, and Australia. Employing geophysics, sediment analysis, and isotope geochemistry, Ian develops climate proxies and investigates site depositional histories. His interests extend to isotopic and trace element analysis of biogenic materials, exploring topics like mobility, diet, maternal behavior, and climate. Ian uses laser ablation analysis for spatially resolved in-situ measurements. Additionally, he investigates archaeological sites on a landscape scale, leveraging advanced survey technology for projects across different regions. His academic experience includes roles at the University of Cambridge and the Institute for Mediterranean Studies, along with commercial positions in related fields.

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