Vampires & the Bioarchaeology of the Undead

Can ancient skeletons give us clues about the origins of vampire myths in Eastern Europe? How did people bury their dead to stop vampires from attacking? Just in time for spooky season, come learn about how Bioarchaeologists use human bones to learn about the identities of suspected vampires.

Bioarchaeologist Dr. Lesley A. Gregoricka is a Professor of Anthropology in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, & Social Work at the University of South Alabama. She also serves as Director of the USA Forensic Science Program. She received her B.A. from the University of Notre Dame and her M.A. and Ph.D. from The Ohio State University. Dr. Gregoricka uses biogeochemical techniques to examine changing patterns of human mobility, mortuary practices, paleodiet, and social complexity in Arabia, Nubia, Southwest Asia, and beyond.