The READ team performs biogeochemical analyses (sequential dental series of stable isotopes and trace elements by IRMS, ICP-MS, and SR-XRF) on both archaeological and modern teeth (enamel and dentin). This approach provides direct evidence and a seasonal temporal resolution, to investigate the historical life traits of sheep, goat, and gazelle specimens. These tissues have proven to be an ideal recorder of palaeo-seasonality due to their high resistance to diagenesis and incremental growth, allowing the recovery of high-resolution temporal records. In addition to common methods, the READ project employs new frontier research methods to reconstruct animal management practices and address the main aim and research objectives.
