Professor Dr. Andrew Scherer

Biography

Andrew Scherer is an anthropological archaeologist and biological anthropologist with a geographic focus on Mesoamerica, particularly the Maya civilization. He co-directs an interdisciplinary archaeological research project that explores Classic Maya polities along the Usumacinta River, which spans Mexico and Guatemala. Scherer has conducted extensive bioarchaeological research at various Maya sites including Lacanja Tzeltal, Piedras Negras, Tikal, El Zotz, and Yaxha. His research interests encompass mortuary archaeology, bioarchaeology, landscape archaeology, ritual practices, warfare, political practices, and diet subsistence. His scholarly contributions include significant publications such as 'Gods Kill: Morality Social Violence Precolonial Maya' and co-edited volumes like 'Substance Ancient Maya: Kingdoms, Communities, Objects, Beings'. Scherer has received multiple research grants from the National Science Foundation and awards from prestigious organizations, underscoring his impact on the field of archaeology.

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