Origin and Migration of the Alpine Iceman

@article{Mueller2003OriginAM,
  title={Origin and Migration of the Alpine Iceman},
  author={W. Mueller and H. Fricke and A. Halliday and M. McCulloch and J. Wartho},
  journal={Science},
  year={2003},
  volume={302},
  pages={862 - 866}
}
  • W. Mueller, H. Fricke, +2 authors J. Wartho
  • Published 2003
  • Geology, Medicine
  • Science
    • The Alpine Iceman provides a unique window into the Neolithic-Copper Age of Europe. We compared the radiogenic (strontium and lead) and stable (oxygen and carbon) isotope composition of the Iceman's teeth and bones, as well as 40Ar/39Ar mica ages from his intestine, to local geology and hydrology, and we inferred his habitat and range from childhood to adult life. The Iceman's origin can be restricted to a few valleys within ∼60 kilometers south(east) of the discovery site. His migration during… CONTINUE READING
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