Francesc Marginedas
Francesc Marginedas is a leading researcher in the field of archaeology and anthropology, known for his work on human skeletal remains and paleolithic cultures. He recently gained attention for his role in a groundbreaking study that provided evidence of cannibalism in late Paleolithic human communities, demonstrating that ancient people consumed human flesh, including muscle, brain, and bone marrow. His research utilized advanced techniques such as 3D microscopy to analyze skeletal fragments, revealing cut marks and fractures indicative of meat preparation. Marginedas' findings offer new insights into the social and survival strategies of early humans, suggesting that cannibalistic practices may have been influenced by demographic pressures and competition for resources.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 5.00 | 0.02% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 59,813 | $21,000,000 | 3,795$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 5,904 | $240,000 | 139$ |
| Saint Helena | 1 | 8.00 | 0.00% | +0% | 6,071 | 0 | $31 | 0$ |
| Romania | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 7,503 | $250,000 | 98$ |
| Totals | 4 | 360,443,122 | 73,220 | $21,490,031 | 4,032$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Romania:
Francesc Marginedas, the project coordinator, indicates that the traces found on human bones in the Maszycka cave near Krakow, Poland, are clear evidence that those people were killed during intertribal conflicts and consumed as part of a ritual.
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United States:
Francesc Marginedas stated that the evidence of cannibalism among early Europeans was a case of warfare.
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Portugal:
Francesc Marginedas is the first author of the study on human remains showing signs of cannibalism.
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Ukraine:
Francesc Marginedas is the lead author of the study that provides evidence of cannibalism practices.
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