Siripuram Samanvith

Siripuram Samanvith

Archaeology || Anthropology || Pre History || Paleoanthropology || Lithic Studies
Mancherial, India.

About

As a passionate student of human evolution with a strong background in anthropology and archaeology, I aim to uncover the mysteries of our past. My research focuses on the cognitive and physical development of early humans, and I strive to inspire others to appreciate the rich history of our species.

Work

Deccan College PGRI, Pune

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Documented Antiquities from the Archaeological sites of Navdatoli, Nevasa, and Ahar for the Antiquity Section at Deccan College PGRI.

Deccan College PGRI, Pune

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Summary

7 Days of Archaeological Field Training at the Early Historic site of Kotul, Ahmednagar District.

Archaeological Survey of India Srinagar Circle
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Intern

Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India

Summary

Participated as an intern in a significant Neolithic site excavation, contributing to the systematic recovery and documentation of archaeological findings.

Highlights

Engaged in the Karte-Wrde Neolithic Site Excavation, meticulously following established archaeological protocols for artifact recovery and contextual preservation.

Assisted senior archaeologists in site mapping, stratigraphic analysis, and the initial processing of excavated materials, ensuring data integrity.

Contributed to the preliminary documentation of unearthed artifacts, enhancing the understanding of Neolithic cultural practices and settlement patterns.

Amrita Darshanam ICSS, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
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Intern

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Summary

Completed a 30-day intensive internship program, gaining practical experience in interdisciplinary studies & map making.

Highlights

Participated in a comprehensive 30-day internship program, gaining foundational knowledge in interdisciplinary cultural studies and research applications.

Collaborated with researchers on various projects, contributing to data collection and preliminary analysis in a structured academic environment.

Education

Indira Gandhi National Open University
New Delhi, Delhi, India

Master of Arts

Anthropology

Grade: Results yet to be announced

Courses

Research Methods in Anthropology

Social and Cultural Anthropology

Biological Anthropology

Archaeological Anthropology

Deccan College PGRI
Pune, Maharashtra, India

Master of Arts

Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology

Grade: 73.25% (O Grade)

Courses

Archaeological Theory

Field Archaeology

Prehistory and Protohistory

Epigraphy and Numismatics

Ancient Indian History

Karnatak Science College
Dharwad, Karnataka, India

Bachelor of Science (Triple Majors)

Anthropology, Geography & Geology

Grade: 88.9%

Courses

Human Evolution

Cultural Anthropology

Physical Geography

Geomorphology

Paleontology

Sri Chaitanya Junior Kalasala
Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Intermediate Telangana State Board

Intermediate Education (Science)

Grade: 93.4%

Courses

Physics

Chemistry

Biology

Mathematics

Sri Ushodaya High School
Mancherial, Telangana, India

S.S.C Telangana State Board

Grade: 8.8

Languages

English
Hindi
Tamil
Telugu
Russian
Kannada

Conversational

Certificates

Pathways to two dozen careers in Anthropology

Issued By

Anthropos India Foundation

Rapporteur in 8th International Congress of SOSAA

Issued By

Bihar Museum Patna and Dept. of Art, Culture and Youth, Government of Bihar

Integrating Archaeogenetics, Forensics & Multi - omics for Human Health Breakthrough

Issued By

INBIX - ADNAT, BHU

Semi-precious Stone Beads: Technology and Importance in Cultural Heritage

Issued By

Directorate of Archaeology and Museums, Govt. of Maharashtra, Pune division and Dept. of AIHC & Archaeology, Deccan College, PGRI, Pune

Experimental Approaches in Material Culture: Stone Tool Knapping Workshop

Issued By

National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru

World Anthropology Pre Congress 2023 Envisaging the Essence of Anthropology Possibilities, Paradoxes and Shifting Paradigms

Issued By

Department of Anthropology, Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) under the aegis of United Indian Anthropology Forum

7 Days of Archaeological Field Training at the Early Historic site of Kotul

Issued By

Deccan College PGRI

Application of LIDAR technology in Cultural Heritage Investigations

Issued By

Department of AIHC & Archaeology, Deccan College, PGRI, Pune

Documentation of Heritage

Issued By

Department of AIHC & Archaeology, Deccan College, PGRI, Pune

'Three-Day Workshop on Understanding the Aspects of ŚĀKTA SAMPRADĀYA (Saktism)'

Issued By

TALAASH HERITAGE'S Academic Division

One Day Regional Seminar on "New Paradigms on Tribal Health: Issues and Challenges"

Issued By

Department of Anthropology, Karnatak Science College

Skills

Archaeological Software

Adobe Photoshop (Archaeological Image Editing, Basic Edits), QGIS (Geographic Information Systems, Cartography, Spatial Analysis).

Data Analysis & Statistics

SPSS (Statistical Operations, Basic Analysis), Data Analysis (Quantitative Analysis, Research Data Management), Power BI (Data Visualization, Business Intelligence).

Technical Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Data Entry.

Research Methodology

Scientific Writing, Academic Editing, Report Generation, Fieldwork, Excavation Techniques, Lithic Analysis, Cultural Heritage Management, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research.

Communication

Presentation Skills, Interpersonal Communication, Cross-functional Collaboration, Writing & Editing.

Projects

A Technological Study of Select Palaeolithic Artefacts from the Central Narmada Basin, Madhya Pradesh

Summary

Focused on lithic analysis and reduction techniques of Lower Palaeolithic artifacts, advancing understanding of early human tool-making.

Archaeological Investigations of Prehistoric Migration Patterns

Summary

Explored prehistoric human mobility and adaptation strategies using archaeological datasets.

Exploring the Role of Language in Cultural Identity: Ethnolinguistic Research

Summary

Conducted ethnolinguistic research to examine the intricate relationship between language and cultural identity.

Employing Anthropological Insights in Criminal Justice Reform Programs

Summary

Applied anthropological perspectives to analyze and propose improvements for criminal justice reform initiatives.

Documented Antiquities from Archaeological Sites

Summary

Systematically documented antiquities from key archaeological sites, contributing to the preservation and study of historical artifacts.

An Anthropological Study on Witchcraft and Sorcery

Summary

Conducted an in-depth anthropological study exploring the cultural and social aspects of witchcraft and sorcery.

Interests

Human Evolution

Homo genus emergence, Australopithecines, Anatomical and behavioral developments.

Bipedalism and Brain Expansion

Upright locomotion origins, Cranial capacity increase, Adaptive and cognitive change in early hominins.

Palaeolithic Archaeology & Lithic Technology

Tool typology, Reduction strategies, Technological organization, Lower and Middle Palaeolithic cultures.

Prehistoric Migration & Adaptation

Movement and settlement of early humans, Ecological adaptations, South Asian context.

Use of Fire in Prehistory

Early human fire use, Combustion features, Cognition, Social behavior, Site activities.

Palaeolandscape Reconstruction

Ancient landscapes, Site settings, Natural processes, Environmental contexts, Early human behavior, Movement, Site preservation.