Michael is an Archaeology PhD candidate interested in stone tools and technology. His thesis involves analysis of impact damage on stone projectile points to investigate the origins and development of complex weapon systems, such as the bow-and-arrow and spear-thrower. Along with independent research and academic writing, Michael’s professional capabilities include lithic analysis, experimental design and execution, field survey, excavation, project management, and classroom instruction.
Research Interests: Lithics, Experimental archaeology, Projectile technologies, Global archaeology
Experience:
Undergraduate Tutor – UQ School of Social Science (2023 – Present)
Archaeology Working Papers Convener – UQ School of Social Science (2024)
Field Archaeologist – North of Kuruman Palaeoarchaeology Project, South Africa (2023 – Present)
Commercial Archaeologist – Everick Foundation and Everick Heritage (2022)
Field Assistant – Minjerribah Excavations, QYAC/UQ (2021)
Works:
Manoel, M. (2024) Identifying SIlcrete Heat Treatment - A Queensland Perspective. Presentation for UQ Archaeology Working Papers.
https://social-science.uq.edu.au/event/session/8203
Adams, S., K. Norman, J. Kemp, Z. Jacobs, M. Costelloe, A. Fairbairn, R. Robins, E. Stock, P. Moss, T. Smith, S. Love, T. Manne, K. M. Lowe, I. Logan, M. Manoel, K. McFadden, D. Burns, T. Dooley, Z. Falkiner, and C. Clarkson (2024). Early human occupation of Australia’s eastern seaboard. Scientific Reports 14(1):2579. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-52000-y
Manoel, M. (2021). Heat Treatment Identification of Silcrete Artefacts in Queensland. Honours Thesis, School of Social Science, The University of Queensland. https://doi.org/10.14264/584b0c0