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Thomas Garrison is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography and the Environment at the University of Texas at Austin. He specializes in Maya archaeology and Mesoamerican archaeology, utilizing techniques in geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, and lidar for landscape archaeology and warfare studies. Garrison obtained his Ph.D. from Harvard University, where he focused on combining technological approaches with archaeological research to advance the understanding of ancient societies. His courses cover a range of topics, including past popular culture, environmental geographic information systems, and digital earth concepts, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise in both technology and the humanities. Garrison is dedicated to enhancing education in these fields and is active in scholarly communications through various platforms.
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