Protein Residue Analysis of Five Artifacts From the Belson Clovis Site, Michigan | Synapse
February 16, 2026Open Access
Protein Residue Analysis of Five Artifacts From the Belson Clovis Site, Michigan
Key Points
The aim is to analyze protein residues from artifacts to understand their use and origin at the Belson Clovis site.
Analyzed five artifacts from the Belson Clovis site.
Included sediment control to compare against the artifacts.
Utilized protein residue analysis techniques to identify organic material.
Identified specific protein residues present in the artifacts.
Provided insights into the types of materials used by ancient peoples.
Supported understanding of the Clovis culture's practices.
Abstract
Five additional artifacts from the Belson Clovis site were submitted for protein residue analysis (Table 1). Each was accompanied by a sediment control.