Theresia Lukita Oktarisa, Sofia C. Samper Carro, Fakhri, Lutfi Yondri
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This paper examines the evolution of bioarchaeological studies in Indonesia, focusing on funerary practices from the Late Pleistocene to the Late Holocene. Indonesia's diverse burial customs offer a unique perspective on prehistoric societies. Early research focused on osteological descriptions and isolated findings, often overlooking broader contexts. Since the 2000s, multidisciplinary approaches integrating osteology, taphonomy, direct dating, and biomolecular methods have revealed the sophistication of ancient Indonesian mortuary traditions. Variations in funerary practices, body modifications, and grave goods reflect social hierarchy and spiritual beliefs. Despite challenges, these methodological advancements have contributed to understanding cultural continuity and adaptation in Southeast Asia. This synthesis emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in unraveling Indonesia's sociocultural past.
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The aim of the International Journal of Osteoarchaeology is to provide a forum for the publication of papers dealing with all aspects of the study of human and animal bones from archaeological contexts. The journal will publish original papers dealing with human or animal bone research from any area of the world. It will also publish short papers which give important preliminary observations from work in progress and it will publish book reviews. All papers will be subject to peer review. The journal will be aimed principally towards all those with a professional interest in the study of human and animal bones. This includes archaeologists, anthropologists, human and animal bone specialists, palaeopathologists and medical historians.
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