Protein Residue Analysis for Southwest Village/8868, Ca-Sdi-22936 | Synapse
February 28, 2026Open Access
Protein Residue Analysis for Southwest Village/8868, Ca-Sdi-22936
Key Points
The aim is to analyze protein residues on artifacts to gain insight into past subsistence strategies.
Collected scrapers and a mano from CA-SDI-122936.
Included a soil control sample for comparison.
Conducted protein residue analysis on artifacts.
Identified protein residues linked to specific food sources.
Findings enhance understanding of dietary practices in the area.
Abstract
Three scrapers and one mano recovered at CA-SDI-122936, Southwest Village/8868, were submitted, along with a soil control sample, for protein residue analysis.