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.