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What are radiocarbon mentors?

Radiocarbon mentors are well-established scientists with a wealth of experience in the interpretation and publication of radiocarbon data. These scientists come from a variety of institutions around the United States, and specialize in a diverse array of radiocarbon applications. Radiocarbon mentors have agreed to consider entering into collaborations with scientists who are new to using radiocarbon data, thereby providing assistance with data processing and interpretation. Contact a mentor directly, or consult with a Radiocarbon Collaborator staff member (who also serve as mentors).

Mentors: Soil biogeochemistry and soil respiration

Dr. Susan Crow, University of Hawaii at Manoa

Dr. Claudia Czimczic, University of California, Irvine

Dr. Katherine Heckman, USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station

Dr. Corey Lawrence, Geologic & Environmental Change Science Center, USGS

Dr. Karis McFarlane, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Dr. Claire Phillips, USDA Agricultural Research Service

Dr. Christopher Swanston, USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station

Mentors: Paleoclimate and archaeology

Susanne Lindauer, Institut der CEZ Archäometrie

Mentors: Archaeological chemistry

Dr. Ruth Ann Armitage, Eastern Michigan University

Mentors: More areas of expertise coming soon!

Do you have radiocarbon expertise you'd like to share? Contact us if you'd like to be considered for a mentor role.