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Marylène Patou‐Mathis
Histoire Naturelle de l’Homme Préhistorique
Marylène Patou‐Mathis has made significant contributions to our understanding of early Pleistocene human subsistence behaviors and Neandertal dietary ecology. Research on fossil remains from Cooper's D in South Africa and Vindija Cave in Croatia reveal diverse hunting strategies, including the use of bone tools, and suggest a high degree of adaptability among early humans. Studies on Middle Paleolithic sites in Northern France, Poland, and Europe have provided insights into Neandertal subsistence behaviors, including the consumption of mammoth, horse, and plant-based resources. These findings have implications for our understanding of human evolution, migration patterns, and the impact of climate change on human societies, shedding light on the complex relationships between humans, their environment, and the animals they hunted.