Dr. Alistair Pike

Professor

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Biography

Professor Alistair Pike is a scholar in the field of Archaeological Sciences at the University of Southampton. He graduated with a BSc in Archaeological Sciences from Bradford University and has worked with notable institutions, including English Heritage and the British Museum. He completed his doctoral research at Oxford University, focusing on uranium-series dating of archaeological bone. Before his current appointment, he spent eight years at the University of Bristol, serving as Head of Archaeology and Anthropology. Subsequently, he moved to the University of Southampton, where he has held various leadership roles, including Head of Department and Head of Research. His research interests engage with the development of dating methods for archaeological materials, particularly radiocarbon and novel applications that relate to Palaeolithic cave paintings and isotopic studies of human life. He is involved in multiple research projects and promotes digital solutions for cave art research. Professor Pike has also received accolades such as the Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award in 2014 and the Baguley Award in 2016.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Southampton • Southampton, England

Professor in the field of Archaeological Sciences.

Head

— Present

Department of Archaeology and Anthropology • Bristol, England

Led the Archaeology and Anthropology department at the University of Bristol.

Awards

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Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award

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Baguley Award