Dr. Emilie Dotte

Biography

Emilie Dotte is a Senior Lecturer and Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia, with a profound focus on archaeology and ethnobotany. She completed her PhD in Prehistory through a double cotutelle program between the Australian National University and Sorbonne University, where her research focused on precolonial archaeology in New Caledonia, specifically utilizing archaeobotanical methods. Emilie's journey began with her studies in History and Cultural Anthropology, which laid the foundation for her current research pursuits. Throughout her career, she has led numerous international archaeological projects and collaborated with students and scholars alike, fostering a rich academic environment. As the head of the Archaeobotany Lab, she engages in significant research examining the relationships between humans and forests across the Pacific region. Currently, she is involved in various projects, including a DECRA research initiative aimed at highlighting women's contributions to the field of archaeology in the Pacific. Emilie is also a member of several editorial boards, further contributing to the discourse in archaeological studies through her expertise in tropical archaeobotany, ethnohistory, and women's history in the context of indigenous studies. Her ongoing commitment to advancing the academic field of archaeology is complemented by her teaching endeavors and supervision of higher degree research students.

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