Vicus

Vicus is a luminescence dating laboratory based in Yuggera Ugarapul Country, Brisbane, Australia We are based in Yuggera Ugarapul Country, Brisbane, Australia.

Vicus is a service-focused luminescence dating laboratory driven by curiosity and innovation. Our mission is to make powerful, innovative scientific dating more accessible to everyone. We are experts in single grain and rock surface luminescence dating, equipped with the latest technology and a purpose-built laboratory.

13/02/2026

We had an amazing time at the 11th IAG International Geomorphology Conference in Christchurch, NZ, (Ōtautahi, Aotearoa)! It was great to connect with colleagues, old and new friends, students and graduates.

We especially enjoyed convos exploring geomorphic applications of rock surface luminescence dating.

Looking forward to connecting again soon!

29/01/2026

Luminescence dating can determine when fossiliferous sediments were deposited, providing ages for the palaeontological material buried within them. By dating the layers surrounding fossil bones, researchers can build timelines of extinct species and past ecosystems. This approach has been applied at sites such as the Naracoorte Cave Complex and Kiana Cliff, South Australia, revealing key insights into ancient life.

22/01/2026

We're looking forward to catching up with you at the IAG Conference on Geomorphology in Aotearoa New Zealand!

Drop by our booth and find out about our new geochronology services!

13/01/2026

Luminescence dating can be used to measure how quickly soils mix and turn over. By tracking the burial ages of grains within soil profiles, researchers can estimate residence times and soil formation rates. These insights not only interest soil scientists but also help assess agricultural risks, such as how long it takes soils to develop and how vulnerable they are to loss.

08/01/2026

Luminescence rock surface dating can determine when stone structures were built by dating the surfaces of the rocks themselves. This approach has been applied to ancient desert structures in Jordan, dry-stone walls in Italy, enigmatic stone formations in the USA, and fish traps, stone arrangements, and other stone structures in Australia, providing new insights into construction timelines, landscape use, and past human activity.

16/12/2025

Luminescence rock surface dating can directly determine when stone artefacts were buried. By measuring the light-sensitive signals that build up on freshly exposed rock surfaces after discard, researchers can establish when tools were discarded and buried. This approach moves beyond dating surrounding sediments, providing more secure timelines for human activity at open-air and disturbed sites worldwide.

28/11/2025

Need an OSL sampling kit for the field?

We got you covered! Our online shop is now live, offering you kits for sampling sediments and/or artefacts for OSL dating.

https://vicus.net.au/shop

26/11/2025

Meet the Vicus team: Christina and Luke 👋

We’ll both be at AAA/AIMA 2025 in Fremantle and are really looking forward to catching up with colleagues, collaborators, and anyone curious about luminescence or archaeological science.

If you see us around, come say hi — we’re friendly, we love a good chat about research, and we’d love to hear what you’re working on.

https://lnkd.in/gx8rM9cW

24/11/2025

Our booth is ready to go and so are we.

We’ll be at the AAA/AIMA 2025 Joint Conference in Fremantle with our full setup ready to chat about your research, your sites, and how luminescence can help strengthen the stories you’re uncovering.

Drop by, say hello, and tell us what you’re working on. We’re genuinely excited to learn from you all.

https://lnkd.in/gx8rM9cW

20/11/2025

A Perth sunset over the Indian Ocean never gets old — and neither does the lead-up to AAA.

We’re excited to be heading to Fremantle from 2–5 December for the Australian Archaeological Association conference. Vicus will have a booth this year, and we can’t wait to talk luminescence, archaeology, and all things past and present with you.

See you in Freo!

https://lnkd.in/gx8rM9cW
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13/11/2025

Luminescence dating can reveal the timing of past earthquakes by dating sediments and landforms affected by fault movement. By establishing when deposits were displaced, landslides triggered, or tsunamis occurred, researchers can determine fault slip rates and recurrence intervals, offering vital insights into seismic history and helping assess and mitigate earthquake risk.

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7/1311 Ipswich Road
Brisbane, QLD
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http://vicus.net.au/

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