Project Respiratory infection in the Ancient Nile Valley Program Margo Katherine Wilke Undergraduate Research Internship Program Term Spring 2026 Status Accepted Research Area Bioarchaeology Description This project investigates the skeletal evidence for respiratory disease in the Ancient Nile Valley. Individuals from the site of Tombos are examined for signs of sinus and lung infection. In order to study potential causes of infection, the intern will collect data on rib fractures to determine if injury contributed to the frequency of respiratory infection. Supervisor Michele R Buzon Mentor Type of work required Skeletal data collection of rib fractures, analysis of data, literature review, writing of article manuscript Websites Qualifications Experience in ANTH 53400 Credit Hours 2 Weekly Hours 6 (estimated)