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Aita Bioarch

A bioarchaeological company based in Barcelona offers a variety of online courses and hands-on field schools.

Bioarchaeological company based in Barcelona offers live online and in-person courses, as well as field school with hands-on excavation experience, aimed at those who want to profound their knowledge of excavation and analysis of human skeletal remains.

03/06/2026

(Bio)archaeologists enjoy digging through dirt, but could it pose certain risks? 😬😳

Danger doesn’t solely come from the skeletal remains, it can also arise from the workplace itself. Both can harbor invisible biological hazards long after burial, including fungi 🍄 that may pose risks to researchers during excavation, handling, and laboratory analysis.
Join this lecture to explore the most common sources of fungal contamination, how these organisms survive in archaeological and forensic contexts, and the practical measures that help ensure safe work with skeletal remains. Whether you are a student, (bio)archaeologist, conservator, or forensic specialist, this session will provide valuable insights into an often-overlooked aspect of biosecurity.

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, June 9th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM CET (Central European Time)
📍 Where: Zoom

Interested in joining? If you’re not on our mailing list, sign up using the link at the bottom of our page: https://aitabioarch.com/

29/05/2026

And we can't wait! 💪

28/05/2026

VISITING MUSEO NUMANTINO IN SORIA

Iberian ceramics feel surprisingly modern even though they are more than 2,000 years old. Their painted vessels often use abstract lines, geometric patterns, stylized animals, and simplified human figures that almost resemble 20th-century modern art.

Unlike Greek pottery, which focused on realism and anatomy, Iberian artists preferred rhythm, symbolism, and bold graphic compositions. Some pieces even look close to Picasso or Miró — which is fascinating considering both artists were also deeply inspired by ancient Iberian culture.

26/05/2026

The sphenoid bone is a single, butterfly-shaped 🦋 bone at the base of the skull that forms part of the cranial floor, the orbits, and the sides of the skull. It is often called the “keystone” of the cranial base because it connects with many other skull bones and contains important structures such as the sella turcica and several foramina for nerves and blood vessels. From the outside, it's almost invisible, and because of its fragility, it is rarely preserved in archaeological records.

25/05/2026

IN the beautiful Montjuïc Cemetery, the grave of Nicolau Juncosa i Aza stands out as an extraordinary example of memento mori funerary art. The important industrialist and politician is portrayed in a reflective, almost melancholic pose, as if contemplating his life. Around him, symbolic objects—a book, fabrics, and other references to his achievements—evoke the work and legacy he built during his lifetime.

Yet behind him stands Death 💀😍 represented as a grim reaper gently touching his shoulder, reminding him that the end has come. The sculpture conveys a powerful message: no matter what we achieve in life, death ultimately comes for us all. At the base of the monument, a detail often overlooked reads La Solución (“The Solution”), suggesting a final, provocative reflection—that death may be presented as the ultimate resolution to life’s struggles.

22/05/2026

Bioarchaeology of care moves beyond simply identifying pathology or trauma to ask how individuals lived with injury, illness, or disability, and what kinds of care and social support they may have received. In contexts of conflict, this means not only asking what weapon caused a wound, but also considering survival, healing, and the evidence of care that allowed a person to live after trauma.🤕

20/05/2026

Isn't it great when everything matches?

19/05/2026

Just a day in the lab

18/05/2026

In 2012, an 81-year-old woman in Borja attempted to restore a damaged fresco of Ecce Homo. Within days, the internet turned a local mistake into a global meme. Hundreds of thousands of people suddenly visited Borja, and Cecilia Giménez became world-famous overnight.

This demonstrated how quickly the internet can change lives, spread news worldwide, and even turn a failed restoration into cultural history—while also raising serious questions about art conservation and who should be allowed to restore historic frescoes.

14/05/2026

After the incredible discoveries unearthed this year at the Roman–Medieval site of Gradsko šetalište in Čačak, we’re thrilled to return next season!

Join us as we continue exploring this fascinating site, uncovering new stories buried beneath the surface, and once again enjoying the warm hospitality of the city of Čačak.

Info and Schedule:

The excavation will take place in Čačak, located in the heart of one of Serbia’s major cities. It will run from July 20th to August 1st. We will be working on the Roman and medieval necropolis “Gradsko šetalište”, where the remarkably well-preserved remains offer a valuable opportunity for hands-on learning and discovery.

For more info visit our website:
https://aitabioarch.com/field-schools/field-school-2026/

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