Palaeolandscape Scheur

In recent years very unique prehistorical palaeontological material has been found in in de Scheur off Zeebrugge (eg walrus, wood elephant, primal whale, beluga). Reliable dating of the bone material is very problematic, and a palaeolandscape approach is crucial in order to correctly place these findings not only in time but also with regard to the environment (i.e. landscape). This project is closely linked to the so-called 'Zeebrugge project' commissioned by MOW, where a geological and paleogeographical study of the Zeebrugge (offshore) region is undertaken in the framework of Vlaamse Baaien. Using both high-res seismic data and shallow vibrocore data the palaeolandscape of de Scheur will be mapped (middle/late Quaternary period). The possible use of innovative analysis techniques such as sedimentary DNA will be investigated, in close collaboration with UK colleagues (Univ. Bradford, Doggerland project).

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