James M. Adovasio

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James Michael Adovasio (February 17, 1944 – October 4, 2026) was an American archaeologist and one of the foremost experts in perishable artifacts (such as basketry and textiles). He was the Provost, Dean of the Zurn School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and Director of the Mercyhurst Archaeological Institute at Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania, Adovasio is best known for his work at Meadowcroft Rockshelter in Pennsylvania and for his subsequent role in the "Clovis First" debate. He published nearly 400 books, monographs, articles, and papers in his field.

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