Date of Award
Spring 5-5-2018
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Anthropology
First Advisor
Dr. Herman Pontzer
Second Advisor
Dr. Tom Amarosi
Academic Program Adviser
Yokiko Koga
Abstract
This study presents a new estimate for Neanderthal total energy expenditure through the use of a constrained energy model. The new estimates for Neanderthal are considered within the context of some recent analyses investigating Neanderthal life history traits, genetics, and the archaeological record.
Recommended Citation
Venner, Stephen J., "A New Estimate for Neanderthal Energy Expenditure" (2018). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/hc_sas_etds/327