Bioarchaeology (OBP: Foundations)

Written primarily for 16-to-19-year-old students, this primer will cover the relatively new but fast-developing science of bioarchaeology.A fascinating introduction to bioarchaeology, an emerging science that explores a plethora of issues and themes. These include the impact of diet on health, the biochemistry of genetics and gene sequencing, human evolution and social biology, the impact of infectious and non-communicable diseases, and changes in biodiversity over time.Key Features:-An informative and accessible introduction to the rapidly developing science of bioarchaeology, which guides students through its key concepts while illustrating how a new scientific discipline emerges and evolves.-Engaging features such as case studies and pause-for-thought boxes introduce students to the challenges of big data, and encourage them to consider and discuss the many ethical issues that arise within bioarchaeology and their relevance to contemporary understandings of humanity.-Expert contributions from Sander Aerts, Head of Post-Excavation Specialist Service at Wessex Archaeology, and Professor Alice Roberts, Professor of Public Engagement in Science at the School of Biosciences, University of Birmingham, add additional insights and further enliven the text.-Oxford Biology Primers are the only resource to introduce prospective and current students of undergraduate-level bioscience to a range of topics from this dynamic experimental science, enticing readers to study further. -Its titles directly support two key transitions in the student journey: from school to undergraduate-level study, and from undergraduate to independent researcher. -Its modular format offers a high degree of flexibility, with teachers being able to draw on specific volumes that augment the post-16 curriculum and university lecturers being able to draw on specific volumes at different stages of the undergraduate curriculum. -All titles in the series are available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Science Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support. For more information about e-books, please visit www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks