Shanti Morell-Hart is addressing changes in human-environmental relationships over time, and comparing cuisines from several ancient communities within and near the Copán area. She is investigating a rich archaeobotanical data set that includes both microbotanical and macrobotanical residues. She is looking for evidence of human resilience during times of social and climatological stress, as well as exploring the dynamic overlap between northern and southern societies, where Northwestern Honduras served as a sort of regional crossroads.
Impact
Understanding relationships between cuisine and culture; human activities and environmental changes.
Student Experience
Enhanced internationalization of curriculum; provided research opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students
