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# ArchLab

National Infrastructure for Archaeological Science

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## Posts

- [Lab waste as hidden treasure](https://www.archlab.se/lab-waste-as-hidden-treasure/) - Lab waste as hidden treasure Early results of phytolith analysis from Iberian prehistoric post-ORA pottery powder Research Report by Ferrara, V., Von Allmen, R., González, M. F. S., Revert Francés, E. Abstract: Initially designed to explore cultural interactions between Phoenicians and local communities in the Iberian Peninsula during the 1st millennium BCE, the work presented
- [White Paper #1](https://www.archlab.se/white-paper-1/) - White Paper #1
- [Charcoal analysis of one sample from the site of Huseby, L1968:2225, Morlanda socken, Orust municipality, Bohuslän, Sweden](https://www.archlab.se/charcoal-analysis-of-one-sample-from-the-site-of-huseby-l19682225-morlanda-socken-orust-municipality-bohuslan-sweden/) - Charcoal analysis of one sample from the site of Huseby, L1968:2225, Morlanda socken, Orust municipality, Bohuslän, Sweden 2024. Hristova, Ivanka; Östman, Sofi Abstract One sample from the sites of Huseby, L1968:2225, Morlanda socken has been sent for analyses to the Environmental Archaeology Laboratory (MAL) at Umeå University. The site is a settlement dated from the
- [Dobbeltspor dilling in rygge, Østfold, Borway: geoarchaeology and morphology of a mixed farming settlement](https://www.archlab.se/dobbeltspor-dilling-in-rygge-ostfold-borway-geoarchaeology-and-morphology-of-a-mixed-farming-settlementblinded-by-the-light-developing-models-of-settlement-and-mobility-with-the-use-of-spectroscop/) - Dobbeltspor dilling in rygge, Østfold, Borway: geoarchaeology and morphology of a mixed farming settlement 2024. Macphail, R. I., Linderholm, J., Gjerpe, L. E. et al. Abstract The archaeobotanical study of Dilling includes the analysis of 719 samples, representing 115 houses, most of which collectively cover the Pre-Roman Iron Age to the Migration Period (200 BC
- [An archaeobotanical interpretation of agricultural practices and plant economy at the iron age site of Dilling, SE Norway](https://www.archlab.se/an-archaeobotanical-interpretation-of-agricultural-practices-and-plant-economy-at-the-iron-age-site-of-dilling-se-norway/) - An archaeobotanical interpretation of agricultural practices and plant economy at the iron age site of Dilling, SE Norway 2024. Hristova, I., Östman, S., Buckland, P. I., Ahlqvist, J. Abstract The archaeobotanical study of Dilling includes the analysis of 719 samples, representing 115 houses, most of which collectively cover the Pre-Roman Iron Age to the Migration
- [Plant remains preserved in products of metal corrosion: source of evidence on ancient plant materials and environment from burial contexts](https://www.archlab.se/plant-remains-preserved-in-products-of-metal-corrosion-source-of-evidence-on-ancient-plant-materials-and-environment-from-burial-contexts/) - Plant remains preserved in products of metal corrosion: source of evidence on ancient plant materials and environment from burial contexts 2024. Hristova, I., Marinova, E., Atanassova, J. et al. Abstract By-products of metal corrosion, when coming into contact with organic matter, have the capacity to preserve it from decay. A pilot study was conducted aiming to
- [Blinded by the light: developing models of settlement and mobility with the use of spectroscopy and exploratory methods](https://www.archlab.se/blinded-by-the-light-developing-models-of-settlement-and-mobility-with-the-use-of-spectroscopy-and-exploratory-methods/) - Blinded by the light: developing models of settlement and mobility with the use of spectroscopy and exploratory methods 2024. Sjölander, Mattias (author); Umeå universitet. Institutionen för idé- och samhällsstudier; Umeå universitet. Miljöarkeologiska laboratoriet Abstract In this thesis an exploratory approach has been used to study settlement and mobility among hunter-gatherer societies in Northern Sweden during
- [Quartzite complexities: Non-destructive analysis of bifacial points from Västerbotten, Sweden](https://www.archlab.se/quartzite-complexities-non-destructive-analysis-of-bifacial-points-from-vasterbotten-sweden/) - Quartzite complexities: Non-destructive analysis of bifacial points from Västerbotten, Sweden 2024. Sjölander, M., Linderholm, J., Geladi, P., Buckland, P. I. Abstract Northern Fennoscandia is a geologically complex region affected by both glacial and postglacial processes. Quartzite was a key material type utilized by hunter-gatherers in Northern Sweden around the period 4 000 – 2 000 BP, and
- [The AD 536/540 climate event in Sweden– a review](https://www.archlab.se/the-ad-536-540-climate-event-in-sweden-a-review/) - The AD 536/540 climate event in Sweden– a review 2024. Anagnostou, E., Linderholm, J., Liden, K. Abstract The middle of the first millennium AD in Sweden witnessed significant changes in the archaeological record, prompting various discussions about the underlying causes. This paper reviews the research developments surrounding the global climate cooling, which was caused by
- [The research potential of wood and other plant remains in burial contexts with dry soil conditions: Case studies from Bulgaria](https://www.archlab.se/the-research-potential-of-wood-and-other-plant-remains-in-burial-contexts-with-dry-soil-conditions-case-studies-from-bulgaria/) - The research potential of wood and other plant remains in burial contexts with dry soil conditions: Case studies from Bulgaria 2024. Hristova, I., Marinova, E., Atanassova, J. Abstract Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports 60, 104835 Read the whole Scientific publication here
- [Modern land use changes drive shifts in nutrient cycling and diatom assemblages in the Baltic Sea coastal zone: A millennial perspective with a case study from Gamlebyviken, Swedish east coast](https://www.archlab.se/modern-land-use-changes-drive-shifts-in-nutrient-cycling-and-diatom-assemblages-in-the-baltic-sea-coastal-zone-a-millennial-perspective-with-a-case-study-from-gamlebyviken-swedish-east-coast/) - Modern land use changes drive shifts in nutrient cycling and diatom assemblages in the Baltic Sea coastal zone: A millennial perspective with a case study from Gamlebyviken, Swedish east coast 2024. Andrén, E., Vinogradova, O., Lönn, M. Abstract Quaternary Science Reviews 346, 109058 Read the whole Scientific publication here
- [Late quaternary hydroclimate variability in Madagascar and its connection to atmospheric circulation patterns](https://www.archlab.se/late-quaternary-hydroclimate-variability-in-madagascar-and-its-connection-to-atmospheric-circulation-patterns/) - Late quaternary hydroclimate variability in Madagascar and its connection to atmospheric circulation patterns 2024. Katrantsiotis, C., Haberle, S., Ekblom, A. et al. Abstract Large uncertainties still exist about the long-term mechanisms influencing the hydroclimate variability of southeast Africa where proxy data and model simulations indicate rainfall dipoles between subtropical and tropical areas. The topography of
- [Timber use, timber trade and dendrochronological data in Denmark and Sweden in the medieval and early modern era](https://www.archlab.se/timber-use-timber-trade-and-dendrochronological-data-in-denmark-and-sweden-in-the-medieval-and-early-modern-era/) - Timber use, timber trade and dendrochronological data in Denmark and Sweden in the medieval and early modern era Hansson, A. & Hansson, M., 2025. Timber use, timber trade and dendrochrono logical data in Denmark and Sweden in the medieval and early modern era. Fornvännen 120. Stockholm. Read the full story in Fornvännen: Read it here
- [ArchLab Takes Heritage to New Heights](https://www.archlab.se/archlab-takes-heritage-to-new-heights/) - ArchLab Takes Heritage to New Heights ArchLab goes up in the air: our second pilot with Lund Cathedral Last week the ArchLab team carried out its second pilot, in collaboration with Lund Cathedral and the Lund University Historical Museum. This time, we faced a challenge high above the ground: recording an architectural decoration located on
- [School of Aviation and DARKLab at Lund University launches a full-scale documentation campaign of Sundre](https://www.archlab.se/school-of-aviation-and-darklab-at-lund-university-launches-a-full-scale-documentation-campaign-of-sundre/) - School of Aviation and DARKLab at Lund University launches a full-scale documentation campaign of Sundre ArchLab has officially launched its pilot experiment: Proof of Concept Work to Establish a Function for M8 Expert Support. "This important milestone marks the beginning of a multi-layered investigation into how advanced digital tools can support expert interpretation and heritage
- [The earliest known runestone dated to 50 BC–AD 275 at Tandemlab](https://www.archlab.se/the-earliest-known-runestone-dated-to-50-bc-ad-275-at-tandemlab/) - The earliest known runestone dated to 50 BC–AD 275 at Tandemlab Read in latest issue of Antiquity about what might be the world's oldest known runestone Check out the latest issue of Antiquity with a focus on archaeological science.The issue includes the article “Inscribed sandstone fragments of Hole, Norway: radiocarbon dates provide insight into rune-stone
- [World's oldest wooden spears in Schöningen revisited](https://www.archlab.se/worlds-oldest-wooden-spears-in-schoningen-revisited/) - The world's oldest complete wooden hunting weapons are 200,000 years old, not 300,000 as previously thought.
- [600-year history of a beautiful Swedish forest of European Beech described](https://www.archlab.se/600-year-history-of-a-beautiful-swedish-forest-of-european-beech-described/) - 600-year history of a beautiful Swedish forest of European Beech described New publication by Johannes Edvardsson et al. The 600-year history of a beautiful Swedish forest of European Beech is decribed in a new publication by Johannes Edvardsson and co-authors. Johannes is an expert in Dendrochronology at ArchLab. The study was published in Sage Journals
- [Tutorial 1](https://www.archlab.se/remote-sensing/)
- [New ArchLab instrument installed](https://www.archlab.se/new-archlab-instrument-installed/) - A new OSL-reader, funded by the VR ArchLab infrastructure grant, has now been installed at the Lund Luminescence Laboratory (LLL) at Lund University. ‘The reader will significantly increase the capacity of our lab’, says Helena Alexanderson, head of the LLL. ‘We will now be able to process more samples than before. This means providing more
- [ArchLab LLL unit receives 2.15 MSEK from Lund University](https://www.archlab.se/archlab-lll-unit-receives-2-15-msek-from-lund-university/) - 2024-11-06 ArchLab LLL, as part of the Lund University infrastructure Lu2D2 (Lunds Luminiscenscentrum för Datering och Dosimetri - Lunds universitet) received 2.15 MSEK from Lund University and the Faculty of Science for equipment that will expand the capabilities of the laboratory, including dating cobbles and get more precise background radiation measurements.
- [Inauguration of research infrastructure equipment](https://www.archlab.se/inauguration-of-research-infrastructure-equipment/) - 2024-02-01 The Environmental Archaeology Laboratory (MAL) and Humlab organised a joint inauguration of infrastructure equipment that was joined by about 50 people. The equipment, Near Infrared Spectroscopy (MAL) and Motion Capture (Humlab), has been funded by Kempestiftelserna. https://www.umu.se/en/news/inauguration-of-research-infrastructure-equipment_11887613/2024-02-01
- [New framework contract between the Tandem Laboratory and the University of Oslo](https://www.archlab.se/new-framework-contract-between-the-tandem-laboratory-and-the-university-of-oslo/) - 2025-01-28 The Tandem Laboratory has signed a framework contract with the University of Oslo as supplier for radiocarbon dating services. The contract runs from January 2025 for two years and can be extended to three or four years. Radiocarbon dating is a technique that allows for determining the age of a sample by measuring the
- [ArchLab at the Ancient DNA symposium in Uppsala](https://www.archlab.se/archlab-at-the-ancient-dna-symposium-in-uppsala/) - 29 November 2024. Phil Buckland introduces the new infrastructure ArchLab at the Ancient DNA symposium i Uppsala. The symposium was organized by the Centre for Palaeogenetics at Stockholm University and Swedish Museum of Natural History, in collaboration with SciLifeLab Ancient DNA unit and the National Genomics Infrastructure.
- [ArchLab workshop!](https://www.archlab.se/archlab-workshop/) - 2024-12-11. First ArchLab workshop in Umeå! The ArchLab laboratory directors and members of the steering group met in Umeå to plan the future direction and upcoming VR application for our infrastructure. The workshop was hosted by ArchLab director Phil Buckland: ”It was a good opportunity to meet as a Team and work on our common
- [Can I send material to ArchLab?](https://www.archlab.se/can-i-send-material-to-archlab/) - Yes, it is possible to send material to all of the ArchLab analytical laboratories. Depending on type of material and questions asked we can also offer a package of multiple analyses that will provide a comprehensive picture of the site and the material. Please send an email to us and we will put you in
- [Who can use ArchLab? What does it cost?](https://www.archlab.se/who-can-use-archlab-what-does-it-cost/) - ArchLab welcomes anyone to make an inquiry about our services. We offer analysis of archeaological material as well as consultancy visits to archeaological sites. Since most services are custom tailored we kindly ask you to contact us for a price estimate.
- [How do I contact ArchLab?](https://www.archlab.se/how-do-i-contact-archlab/) - ArchLab is the home for experts on the analysis of archeaological material and we are happy to answer all your questions! Send an email directly to info@archlab.se More contact information here
- [What is ArchLab?](https://www.archlab.se/what-is-archlab/) - ArchLab is an infrastructure for archaeological science in Sweden founded by the Universities in Umeå, Uppsala, Lund and Stockholm. The main function of Archlab is to serve as a platform for the analysis of archaeological material and provide guidance in archaeological science. ArchLab works in close collaboration with Swedigarch, the digital research infrastructure in archaeology
- [The Kempe foundation supports method development of a new hyperspectral camera](https://www.archlab.se/the-kempe-foundation-supports-method-development-of-a-new-hyperspectral-camera/) - The ArchLab laboratory for Environmental Archaeology in Umeå (MAL) in collaboration with the Department of Chemistry (Umeå), received funding from the Kempe Foundation for two postdoctoral research assistants to work on methods development connected to the new (Kempe funded) hyperspectral camera.
- [The Humanities and Social Sciences Research Project receives 6.3 million SEK from Vetenskapsrådet](https://www.archlab.se/the-humanities-and-social-sciences-research-project-receives-6-3-million-sek-from-vetenskapsradet/) - Vetenskapsrådet funds the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Project with 6.3 million SEK for 2025-2029. The project combines ArchLab-based methods (such as isotopes and residues) and digital methods to understand societal resilience against prehistoric catastrophes
- [How do I acknowledge ArchLab?](https://www.archlab.se/how-do-i-acknowledge-archlab/) - If you want to acknowledge work that was made possible by the services of ArchLab please use this phrase: This work was carried out with the support of ArchLab – The National Infrastructure for Archaeological Science, Sweden. ROR id: https://ror.org/00rky3x16
- [Launch of NEPal - Nothern European Palynology Database - The Open Plattform for Automated Pollen Analysis](https://www.archlab.se/news1/) - 6th May 2024 Launch of NEPal - Nothern European Palynology Database - The Open Plattform for Automated Pollen Analysis (https://notherneuropeanpalynology.github.io/) –to develop a database for machine learning and automated systems in palynology- a collaboration between UAG, SLU, Lund University, Gothenburg University and Basel University

## Pages

- [Home page](https://www.archlab.se/) - ArchLab Swedish national research infrastructurefor archaeological sciences ArchLab is a distributed national research infrastructure for archaeological sciences in Sweden. It is a collaboration between multiple laboratories all across the country. Our aim is to aid archaeologists with their investigations on a national level. Therefore, we can assist in all stages of archaeological research and commission
- [Resources](https://www.archlab.se/resources/) - Resources ArchLab offers a lot of online as well as some printed resources to aid researchers. If you want to stay within the Self-Service support tier you can use the resources below to figure out the questions you have concerning your project. Our Tutorials and White papers can be especially helpful in this regard as
- [FAQ](https://www.archlab.se/support/faq/) - FAQ Below you will find answers to frequently asked questions about how ArchLab works and what we do. If you have further questions and/or requests you can turn to our Contact Form to get in contact with us here at ArchLab. Frequently Asked Questions: Who can use ArchLab? What does it cost? ArchLab welcomes anyone
- [Accessibility statement](https://www.archlab.se/about/accessibility-statement/) - Accessibility statement This website is run by ArchLab. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website, and this document describes how www.archlab.se complies with the accessibility regulations, any known accessibility issues, and how you can report problems so that we can fix them. How accessible is archlab.se? We know
- [Services](https://www.archlab.se/services/) - Services ArchLab can assist all stages of archaeological projects – from study design to data interpretation. We offer multiple services, ranging from on-site visits for guiding archaeological explorations to analytical tools, advanced dating methods and skilled artifact analysis. Our services are divided into three support tiers that vary in the degree of intensity regarding the
- [Support](https://www.archlab.se/support/) - Support ArchLab offers a FAQ that answers the most common questions as well as the possibility to reach out if you have any questions concerning our services, support tiers or resources. The contact form is also available for reaching out to us with general questions, if you have a project in mind and want to
- [Prospection and remote sensing](https://www.archlab.se/services/prospection-and-remote-sensing/) - Prospection and remote sensing What is it about? Prospection and remote sensing are non-invasive methods used to detect and map archaeological remains without excavation. Using techniques such as geophysical survey, aerial photography, satellite imagery, and LiDAR, archaeologists can identify buried structures, landscape features, and traces of past human activity. What does ArchLab offer? ArchLab offers
- [Molecular analysis](https://www.archlab.se/services/molecular-analysis/) - Molecular analysis What is it about? Molecular analysis of ancient DNA of organisms supplys information on sex, ancestry, kinship, traits, pathogenic microorganisms, taxonomy for individuals and specimens. The analysis of environmental samples (sedaDNA) provides insight into ecological/taxonomic composition. What does ArchLab offer? The services are integrated with the ArchLab functions for Microscopy and material analysis
- [Microscopy and material analysis](https://www.archlab.se/services/microscopy-and-material-analysis/) - Microscopy and material analysis What is it about? Morphology/microscope methods and methods for determining material properties form the backbone of research on past landscapes, climates, human activities on-site and in the landscape. Material and artefact analysis include the identification of plant remains, wood species/anatomy, charcoal identification and quantification, insects and other invertebrates, pollen and spores,
- [Dating services](https://www.archlab.se/services/dating-services/) - Dating services What is it about? Precise and accurate age determination of artefacts, structures, and traces of human activity is crucial for correct interpretation in all archaeological research. Dating is also central in the interpretation of climate and environmental changes in stratigraphic contexts. What does ArchLab offer? ArchLab support for dating will cover field sampling
- [Tutorials and White papers](https://www.archlab.se/resources/tutorials-and-white-papers/) - Tutorials and White papers Our Tutorials The ArchLab laboratories have developed Tutorials to help you in all stages of your project. You will find tutorials that give you a deeper understanding of the analysis methods we offer and a guide on how to perform sampling. Please explore them down below. Recording technology DARKLab contributes to
- [Scientific publications](https://www.archlab.se/resources/scientific-publications/) - Scientific publications
- [Reports](https://www.archlab.se/resources/reports/) - Reports
- [News and events](https://www.archlab.se/news-and-events/) - News and Events Use our News to get an impression of our work. Here you will find articles about projects we did, success stories and news from the archaeological world in general. Our events section promotes our own events as well as events hosted by our partners. News View all News Events
- [News](https://www.archlab.se/news/) - News
- [More infrastructures](https://www.archlab.se/more-infrastructures/) - More infrastructures SEAD - The Strategic Environmental Archaeology Database SEAD, or the Strategic Environmental Archaeology Database, is a national research infrastructure for archaeology and an international standard database for environmental archaeology data. E-RIHS - The European research infrastructure for heritage science E-RIHS is the European Research Infrastructure for Heritage Science, supporting the study, interpretation, conservation, documentation,
- [Laboratories](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/) - Laboratories ArchLab combines the insight and equipment of thirteen laboratories across four universities. This enables us to offer combined analysis as well as broad archaeological knowledge to researchers in the archaeological field. Learn more about the individual laboratories down below. We are ArchLab Uppsala Tandem Laboratory Learn more Uppsala Archaeobotanical Group Learn more Ancient DNA
- [Home page](https://www.archlab.se/home-page/) - ArchLab Swedish national research infrastructurefor archaeological sciences ArchLab is a distributed national research infrastructure for archaeological sciences in Sweden. It is a collaboration between multiple laboratories all across the country. Our aim is to aid archaeologists with their investigations on a national level. Therefore, we can assist in all stages of archaeological research and commission
- [Contact Form](https://www.archlab.se/contact/) - Contact form We are fully committed to provide archaeological services during your whole project and would be happy to hear from you. Please fill in the contact form below and we will respond to all your inquiries! Name* Email* Message You agree to receive email communication from us by submitting this form and understand that
- [Steering committee](https://www.archlab.se/about/steering-committee/) - Steering committee This is us Jessica M. Lindvall (Chair) Associate Professor Bioinformatics, Stockholm University, Deputy Head of Node ELIXIR-SE/NBIS | ORCID:0000-0002-5042-8481 Charlotte Damm Professor of Archaeology, Department of Archaeology, History, Religious Studies and Theology, The Arctic University of Norway | ORCID: 0000-0001-6157-5703 Dag Avango Professor and Head of Subject, Department of Social Sciences, Technology and
- [Organisation and Management](https://www.archlab.se/about/organisation-and-management/) - Organisation and Management This is us Philip I. Buckland (Director) Umeå University Harald Hedman-Rebernig (Coordinator) Umeå University
- [About](https://www.archlab.se/about/) - About ArchLab is a national infrastructure for archaeological sciences in Sweden. We are located at four Swedish universities and run 13 different labs together. We are specialised in archaeological analysis and environmental history. Learn more about our history and vision, our values and our connection to Swedigarch down below. Our History and Vision ArchLab was
- [Home page](https://www.archlab.se/home-page-3/) - ArchLab Swedish national research infrastructurefor archaeological sciences ArchLab is a distributed infrastructure for archaeological sciences, representing thirteen laboratories across four universities. We offer analytic services for all types of archaeological material and research questions. Regardless of project type - academic research or commission archaeology, we are here for you. We offer also consultancy from study
- [DARKLab and Lund School of Aviation, Lund Digital Archaeology Laboratory and UAS Lab](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/darklab-and-lund-school-of-aviation-lund-digital-archaeology-laboratory-and-uas-lab/) - DARKLab and Lund School of Aviation, Lund Digital Archaeology Laboratory and UAS Lab Our services: DARKLab, the Lund University Digital Archaeology Laboratory, together with the Lund School of Aviation / Department for Aviation and Aeronautical Sciences at LTH, provides expertise in digital archaeology, spatial documentation, 3D visualisation, remote sensing, and aerial survey methods. Within ArchLab,
- [Lund School of Aviation](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/lund-school-of-aviation/) - Lund School of Aviation Our services: We offer the opportunity to use our 3D GIS and drones. Our equipment: 3D GIS Drones Contact: Director Peter Jordan 3D GIS Nicolo Dell’Unto Drones Rohith Prem Maben Visit our website here.
- [Lund Radiocarbon Dating Laboratory](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/lund-radiocarbon-dating-laboratory/) - Lund Radiocarbon Dating Laboratory Our services: Absolute 14C dating of plant macrofossils, charred grains, wood, charcoal, bones, burnt bones, molluscs, foraminifera, sediments etc. (in close collaboration with Uppsala Tandem Laboratory). Close collaboration with the Laboratory for Wood Anatomy and Dendrochronology regarding sampling strategies and pre-treatment methods. Continuous development of calibration and chronologies. User support for project
- [Lund Luminescence Dating Laboratory](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/lund-luminescence-dating-laboratory/) - Lund Luminescence Dating Laboratory Our services: Luminescence dating of sediments, pottery and other materials containing the minerals quartz or feldspar, mainly by optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) dating or infrared stimulated luminescence (IRSL) dating. Relative dating and material characterisation with luminescence profiling (portable OSL). Development of luminescence dating in archaeology, support for sampling and for interpretation
- [Centre for Palaeogenetics](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/centre-for-paleaeogenetics/) - Centre for Palaeogenetics Our services: Ancient DNA analysis (human, animal, plant and sediment material). Centre for Palaeogenetics, CPG, develops and tests analysis services of ancient DNA in close collaboration with the SciLifelab Ancient-DNA Unit in Stockholm and Uppsala. Our equipment: Lab facilities Contact: Director Anders Götherström aDNA Hans Ahlgren Bioarchaeology Gunilla Eriksson Visit our website here.
- [Ancient DNA Unit](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/ancient-dna-unit/) - Ancient DNA Unit The Ancient DNA unit (ADU) is based at Stockholm University and Uppsala University, and is also part of SciLifeLab and Swedigarch national research infrastructures. Our services: Ancient DNA provides analysis of e.g. human, animal, plant and sediment material with regard to both laboratory processing and data analysis. Develops new services both together
- [Umeå Environmental Archaeology Laboratory, MAL](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/umea-environmental-archeology-laboratory-mal/) - Umeå Environmental Archaeology Laboratory, MAL Our services: We offer analysis of plant macrofossils, pollen, insects, diatoms, anthracology, geoarchaeology, spectroscopy. We are also developing spectroscopy and image analysis. Our aim is also curation and improvement of reference collections. As we offer a wide range of analysis methods of archeological material we can also combine these in
- [National Swedish Laboratory for Wood Anatomy and Dendrochronology](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/national-swedish-laboratory-for-wood-anatomy-and-dendrochronology/) - National Swedish Laboratory for Wood Anatomy and Dendrochronology Our services: Absolute tree-ring-based age determination and provenance determination of natural wood samples, construction timber and archaeological artefacts based on an extensive set of region-specific reference series (dendrochronologies) which is unique for northern Europe. Continuous development of reference series and enhanced dating precision of older samples in
- [Uppsala Archaeobotanical Group](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/uppsala-archaeobotanical-group/) - Uppsala Archaeobotanical Group Our services: We offer macrofossil and pollen analyses (preparation of samples, use of lab facilities and analyses), archaeological and ecological interpretation and links to conservation as well as siliceous microfossil (phytolith) analyses and landscape interpretation. We are currently developing methods for diatom analyses, ceramic analyses and SEM photography and analyses. Furthermore, we advise on integrating archaeobotanical and paleoecological methods and knowledge into archaeology, conservation and landscape
- [Uppsala Tandem Laboratory](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/uppsala-tandem-laboratory/) - Uppsala Tandem Laboratory Our services: Isotope analysis, mainly 14C and associated stable isotopes (13C and 15N). Sample assessment and preparation for archaeological materials. As for radiocarbon dating: Tandem lab operates in close collaboration with Lund 14C -unit, providing the ArchLab accelerator infrastructure for 14C-dating. The units cooperate in the development of sample preparation protocols and
- [Stockholm Osteoarchaeology Research Laboratory, OFL](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/stockholm-osteoarchaeology-research-laboratory-ofl/) - Stockholm Osteoarchaeology Research Laboratory, OFL Our services: Analysis of archaeological skeletal remains, human and faunal osteoarchaeology and osteology, bioarchaeological methodology, taphonomy, palaeopathology, palaeoecology and faunal history, taphonomy and forensics. Curation and improvement of reference collections. Our equipment: Osteology reference collections Lab space Resources including microscopes, X-ray, sampling and histology equipment Contact: Director Kerstin Lidén Geoarchaeology Hans Ahlgren
- [Stockholm Archaeological Research Laboratory, AFL](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/stockholm-archaeological-research-laboratory-afl/) - Stockholm Archaeological Research Laboratory, AFL Our services: Elemental and structural analysis, analysis of crystalline materials, material analysis with FT-IR spectroscopy, analysis of organic residues, isotope analysis (carbon, nitrogen, sulphur), phosphate analysis, conservation of metal objects, trace element analysis. Our equipment: Lab space for sample preparation and analysis Different microscopes Specialised ovens 3D-scanning and printing equipment
- [DARKLab Lund Digital Archaeology Laboratory](https://www.archlab.se/laboratories/darklab-lund-digital-archaeology-laboratory/) - DARKLab Lund Digital Archaeology Laboratory Our services: We provide access to advanced digital documentation, 3D analysis, remote sensing, and field-based survey methods. At DARKLab, we offer a range of services designed to support archaeological investigations, museum work, and heritage projects. These include high-resolution 3D recording, landscape surveys with drones and lidar, structured-light and laser scanning,

## Events

- [ArchLab Conference 2026](https://www.archlab.se/events/archlab-conference-2026/) - Internal conference on the way forward and service integration Internal infrastructure development conference
- [ArchLab Conference 2026](https://www.archlab.se/events/archlab-conference-2026-2/)

## Categories

- [Home](https://www.archlab.se/category/home/)
- [News](https://www.archlab.se/category/news/)
- [Scientific Publications](https://www.archlab.se/category/scientific-publications/)
- [Reports](https://www.archlab.se/category/reports/)
- [FAQ](https://www.archlab.se/category/faq/)
- [Tutorials](https://www.archlab.se/category/tutorials/)
- [White Papers](https://www.archlab.se/category/white-papers/)
- [Laboratories](https://www.archlab.se/category/laboratories/) - Descriptions of ArchLab units
- [Steering](https://www.archlab.se/category/steering/) - ArchLab organization
- [Analysis Methods](https://www.archlab.se/category/analysis-methods/)
- [Services](https://www.archlab.se/category/services/)

## Tags

- [acknowledgement](https://www.archlab.se/tag/acknowledgement/)
- [archlab](https://www.archlab.se/tag/archlab/)
- [#archlab](https://www.archlab.se/tag/archlab-2/)
- [#heritage](https://www.archlab.se/tag/heritage/)
- [#lundcathedral](https://www.archlab.se/tag/lundcathedral/)
- [#3Dmodels](https://www.archlab.se/tag/3dmodels/)
- [#DARKLab](https://www.archlab.se/tag/darklab/)
- [denrochronology](https://www.archlab.se/tag/denrochronology/)
- [SEAD](https://www.archlab.se/tag/sead/)