PROTEIN ANALYSIS ON LITHIC ARTIFACTS FROM THE HYDRO SITE (HaRe–34), BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA | Synapse
February 28, 2026Open Access
PROTEIN ANALYSIS ON LITHIC ARTIFACTS FROM THE HYDRO SITE (HaRe–34), BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Key Points
The study aims to analyze protein residues on lithic artifacts to understand their use and significance.
Conducted protein analysis on three lithic artifacts from the HaRe–34 site.
Utilized specific analytical techniques to identify protein residues.
Studied the context of lithic scatter in the Peace River Valley.
Identified varying protein residues on the analyzed artifacts.
Results help infer potential uses and cultural significance of the artifacts.
Abstract
Site HaRe–34 is a small lithic scatter located in the Peace River Valley near Fort St. John in British Columbia, Canada. Three lithic artifacts were submitted for protein residue analysis.