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Emily Kracht

Student NameEmily Kracht
Faculty Mentor NameBill Keegan, PhD
CollegeFlorida Museum of Natural History
MajorChemistry and Anthropology
MinorMass Communications
Research InterestsCoastal/ Island Archaeology, material analysis, archaeometry
Academic AwardsFlorida Academic Scholars Bright Futures 2017-Present, Dean’s List Fall 2018, Dean’s List Fall 2019, University Scholars Program 2020
OrganizationsSustainable Ocean Alliance UF
Hobbies and InterestsRunning, art, reading

Research Project

Using Analytical Chemistry Methods in Ceramic Analysis to Determine Provenance and Production of Pottery in the Caribbean Islands?

My project is focused on the production and provenance of pottery across the Caribbean analyzed with analytical chemistry methods. This includes X-ray fluorescence, X-ray diffraction, and laser ablation methods. Pottery and clay samples are sourced from various parts of the Caribbean including The Bahamas, Cuba, and additional sites. There will be a special focus on Palmetto ware production in The Bahamas.