Bioarchaeological & Archaeological Sciences

ANZELLINI
Archaeological Consulting

Bioarchaeology  ·  Isotope Analysis  ·  FTIR/Raman  ·  Skeletal Analysis

Integrating skeletal biology, laboratory science, and community engagement

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A Biocultural Approach to the Human Past

Anzellini Archaeological Consulting offers specialized archaeological, bioarchaeological, and archaeological science services, integrating desktop and field archaeological surveys,skeletal analysis, laboratory methods, and community-engaged projects.

Armando Anzellini, Ph.D., RPA has with over 11 years of archaeological sruvey, laboratory, and teaching experience across South America and North America. Consultation services are available to clients of State and Section 106 archaeological surveys, academic researchers, cultural resource management firms, museums, and governmental bodies requiring expert archaeological, bioarchaeological, and spectroscopic analyses and reporting.

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Degree Ph.D., Bioarchaeology / Anthropology
Certification Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA)
Affiliation Lehigh University
Experience 11+ Years Field, Lab & Academic
Publications American Journal of Biological Anthropology; Latin American Antiquity; Book chapter forthcoming
CRM Stantec (formerly Cardno)
NAGPRA Repatriation Work, Lehigh University

Services Available

Services

Rigorous laboratory analysis and expert reporting for archaeological collections, CRM projects, and academic research.

ATR-FTIR Spectroscopy

Bone diagenesis assessment, crystallinity indices, carbonate-to-phosphate ratios, and preservation quality control for isotope and DNA studies.

Raman Spectroscopy

Mineral phase identification, diagenesis characterization, and quality control reporting. Analysis and interpretation using python with reproducible workflows.

δ¹³C δ¹⁸O

Stable Isotope Analysis

Carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen isotope analysis of bone collagen and mineral. Diet, mobility, and climate reconstruction from archaeological populations.

Skeletal & Bioarchaeological Analysis

Osteological assessment, pathology identification, age and sex estimation, trauma analysis, and commingled/mummified assemblage methods.

Technical Reporting

Peer-review-ready laboratory reports, CRM archaeological reports and desktop surveys, and data interpretation for agency and academic submissions.

Field & CRM Consulting

On-site bioarchaeological consultation, excavation supervision for human remains, field methodology for commingled and fragmentary assemblages.

Technical Reporting

Select Reports

2023 Investigación de Contextos Funerarios del Sitio Arqueológico Diablo Wasi, Distrito de Leymebamba, Provincia de Chachapoya – Amazonas. Resolución Directoral No 305-2023-DCIA/MC. Ministerio de Cultura de Peru. Authored by Toyne JM, Anzellini A.
2017 Phase I - Baker Property TVA Industrial Park Cultural Resource Survey. Cardno. Tennessee Valley Authority. Authored by Simpson D, Anzellini A.
2017 Phase I Geomorphic and Archaeological Reconnaissance of the 404-Acre Raffield Peninsula. Cardno. State Historic Preservation Office and Tyndall Air Force Administration. Authored by Simpson D, Settle K, Anzellini A.
2017 The New Norton Gravesite Protection Project - West Palm Beach, Florida. Cardno. Florida State Historic Preservation Office and the Palm Beach County Historic Preservation Office. Authored by Anzellini A.
2017 Archaeological Investigations at Project Area I - Site of Fort Brooke, Tampa. Cardno. Florida State Historic Preservation Office. Authored by Prendergast E, Anzellini A.
2016 American Dream Miami Phase II Archaeological Testing - Project Area Clearing Plan. Cardno. Miami-Dade County Historic Preservation Office and the Miami-Dade County Department of Environmental Protection. Authored by Anzellini A.

Laboratory Expertise

Analytical Methods

Spectroscopy

ATR-FTIR & Raman

Attenuated total reflectance FTIR and Raman spectroscopy applied to archaeological bone for diagenesis assessment. Crystallinity index (CI), carbonate substitution (C/P), and amide ratios. Data processed and visualized in Python with reproducible, publication-ready outputs. Workshop instruction fro data collection and analysis.

Geochemistry

Stable Isotope Analysis

Carbon (δ13C), nitrogen (δ15N), and oxygen (δ18O) stable isotope analysis from bone collagen and bioapatite. Diet reconstruction and mobility from archaeological populations.

Remote Sensing

LIDAR & GIS

Integration of airborne and terrestrial LiDAR datasets for site detection, landscape analysis, and feature mapping in complex terrain. Applied alongside traditional desktop and field survey and excavation methodology.

Osteology

Commingled & Mummified Assemblages

Specialized methods for the excavation, documentation, and analysis of commingled, fragmented, and complex skeletal remain burials and mummified skeletal remains.

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Email: anzellini.consulting@gmail.com