An interdisciplinary team of archaeologists, palaeoecologists, and data scientists collaborating to push the boundaries of historical demography.
Martin Hinz
Project PIMartin Hinz is the principal investigator of the ESTER project and researcher of Prehistoric Archaeology at Kiel University. His research focuses on computational archaeology, Bayesian modeling, and human-environment interactions in Europe and Western Asia. Martin has led large-scale projects like XRONOS, integrating archaeological and paleoenvironmental data to refine prehistoric population estimates. His work bridges archaeology, paleoecology, and statistical modeling to provide new insights into long-term societal transformations.
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Postdoctoral Researcher(Archaeological Data & Proxy Development)
This postdoctoral researcher specializes in archaeological demography and the development of demographic proxies. Their role includes compiling and analyzing archaeological datasets, refining population indicators, and contributing to the Bayesian modeling process. They will focus on reconstructing settlement patterns and assessing human mobility and land use through archaeological evidence.
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Postdoctoral Researcher(Palaeoecology & Environmental Data Integration)
Bringing expertise in palaeoecology, this postdoctoral researcher works on integrating environmental data into ESTER’s population models. Their work involves processing pollen data, sediment records, and climate reconstructions to assess human-environment interactions and long-term ecological trends. They also contribute to developing uncertainty estimates for past population dynamics.
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Postdoctoral Researcher(Computational & Statistical Modelling)
This researcher specializes in Bayesian hierarchical modeling and statistical data analysis. They are responsible for refining and implementing the computational framework that underpins ESTER’s population reconstructions. Their work ensures methodological robustness, incorporating multiple proxies and refining regionalized models to enhance accuracy and reproducibility.
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PhD Researcher(European Population Trends & Innovation Dynamics)
The PhD researcher investigates prehistoric population trends in Europe, focusing on the relationship between demographic changes and technological innovations. Their work examines key transitions such as the introduction of secondary animal products and the impact of crises on population resilience. They will also contribute to methodological advancements in integrating archaeological and paleoecological datasets.
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