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Papers by Hugo Gomes

Editora da Unicamp eBooks, 2021

Lecture notes in information systems and organisation, 2022

UNESCO territories are spaces of Education, Science and Culture, but also of Communication. Today... more UNESCO territories are spaces of Education, Science and Culture, but also of Communication. Today, communication is an imperative of these territories, both as dissemination strategies and as a way of positioning in different development domains. In any case, knowing how to communicate its resources, differentiating elements or defining strategies, constitutes a competitive advantage that cannot be neglected at the present time. In other perspective, communication translates a strategy defined by the territories, visible in the way it communicates and in what is communicated. However, it’s not always easy to convey the values we want, much less when we speak about Science. The UNESCO Global Geoparks, as well-defined spaces where a community development strategy based on geology is built, are also areas of science. As such, communicating scientific knowledge, heritage resources, tangible and intangible values and culture itself are part of the daily life of a Geopark. Assuming the old maxim that we can only value what we know, the development of instruments, strategies and processes is fundamental, allowing the interpretation and dissemination of the geological heritage, but also of what is intended to be achieved with its valorisation, not only promoting greater attractiveness, but also a greater involvement of their communities, leading them to contribute in their own development. At Estrela Geopark, an aspirant to the UNESCO Global Geoparks network, communication plays a prominent role in its transverse development strategy. In each of its vital axes, tourism, science, education and sustainability, communication seeks to achieve three essential objectives: first, greater awareness of the Geopark brand and its own concept; secondly, greater dissemination of the territory; and thirdly, greater attractiveness, with more tourists, residents and investors. However, it`s not always easy to communicate science and scientific research. How to convey knowledge in an accessible, interesting and appealing way to the general public, whether visitors or residents? Aware of this difficulty, the Estrela Geopark betted early on interpretation as a central strategy for the whole communicative process. To interpret is the sine quo non condition for spreading knowledge, promoting geoconservation, achieving new forms of education and fostering our sense of belonging and pride. Throughout the last four years, several communication measures have been adopted, among which we highlight the "Portas do Geopark ", which are points of information and dissemination of heritage, and provide an entry into the territory. These "Portas" are the materialization of a dissemination strategy for the values of the Geopark throughout the 9 municipalities that compose this Aspiring with more than 2 thousand km2. Thus, 9 "Portas" and a tenth in the highest point of Continental Portugal, the Torre of Serra da Estrela, a place that receives approximately 2 million visitors per year, were created. In fact, communicating is much more than a simple way of transmitting knowledge, it`s a methodology that leverages the whole strategy of the Geopark, so that Estrela truly becomes a territory of Science, Education, Culture and Communication.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

Routledge eBooks, Jun 20, 2022

The Quaternary and Prehistory Group of the Geocsciences Centre has developed research lines dedic... more The Quaternary and Prehistory Group of the Geocsciences Centre has developed research lines dedicated to the influence of climatic and environmental conditions in human behavioral dynamics during the Holocene. The research in the Alto Ribatejo (TEMPOAR I/II and Transition Landscapes projects) suggests a possible socio‑economic implication (adoption of agro‑pastoralism) due to the climatic fluctuations in the Holocene. A new project is being prepared, dedicated to the relationship between human behaviour and climate fluctuations. The starting point is the analysis of different bioregional realities (Brazil, Portugal, Spain) between the start of the Younger Dryas and the end of the Atlantic period, taking an interdisciplinary approach through archaeobotanic, archaeofaunistic and sedimentological studies.

Journal of Archaeological Science, Sep 1, 2014

ABSTRACT In September 2013 pigment samples were taken by one of the authors from pictograms insid... more ABSTRACT In September 2013 pigment samples were taken by one of the authors from pictograms inside the Goda Roriso rock-shelter.1 The samples originated from white beeswax, previously analysed by micro-Raman Spectroscopy. In addition to the samples, a series of chronometric dates were made from the same substance. The radiocarbon dates were produced using Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS). Stylistically, the pictograms from Goda Roriso originate from an Ethiopian pastoral rock-art tradition that is associated with a Neolithic agro-pastoral economy, chronologically attributed by the scholars to 4000 until 1300 BP. Our initial thought was that, based on style, the pictograms, in particular the images of humped bovines, fell into a date range of between 2000 and 2500 years BP. The results revealed an unexpected range of dates: AD1021–1060 and AD1062–1155 (for sample Beta358358) and AD894–928 and AD934–1017 (for sample Beta358359). Absolute dating demonstrated that beeswax application was not a recent event, but doesn't belong to Neolithic Period. Based on secure chronometric dating, the beeswax paintings of Goda Roriso are the oldest of their type outside Australia. In this brief paper, we argue that beeswax forms an important by-product of beekeeping and that its dates from this remote corner of Africa are synchronous with beeswax paintings found elsewhere, in particular, within pre- and post-colonial Australia.

ABSTRACT Las pinturas rupestres de la Cornisa de La Calderita (La Zarza, Badajoz) constituyen un ... more ABSTRACT Las pinturas rupestres de la Cornisa de La Calderita (La Zarza, Badajoz) constituyen un notable con-junto parietal muy representativo del arte esquemático típico de la Península Ibérica. Situada la estación en una profunda fisura rocosa abierta en el extremo NO de la sierra de Peñas Blancas, los numerosos paneles decorados conservados en sus tres abrigos, todos ellos realizados en distintas tonalidades de rojo, reúnen un nutrido aparato iconográfico en el que se combinan y asocian figuras de muy diversas tipologías y técnicas de realización. En el año 2009, en el ámbito de un proyecto promovido por la Dirección General de Patrimonio de la Junta de Extremadura, se llevaron a cabo diversas actuaciones en la estación destinadas a la puesta en valor del enclave me-diante una serie de labores previas de documentación arqueológica como base para el planeamiento e instalación de estructuras reversibles de señalización y adecuación a la visita pública. A la limpieza sistemática de los paneles pictóricos sucedieron un renovado proceso de documentación gráfica, haciendo uso de las más recientes metodo-logías de documentación fotográfica y tratamiento digital del arte rupestre, así como un estudio completo de sus numerosos paneles. Al mismo tiempo, se realizó un levantamiento topográfico del abrigo, un análisis detallado del soporte y de los pigmentos a partir de la toma de muestras, y una serie de sondeos arqueológicos en diferentes zo-nas del abrigo de cara a la caracterización contextual y cronológica de las pictografías de la estación. Este proceso de documentación culminó en abril de 2013 con la realización de un escaneado 3D del conjunto principal. En el presente artículo nos proponemos dar a conocer dichas actuaciones, y exponer las primeras conclusiones provisionales de la investigación, actualmente en proceso de publicación, obtenidas a partir del proceso descrito de documentación.

Azania:archaeological Research in Africa, Jan 2, 2018

<p>Within the scope of construction work conducted within an urban context for the ... more <p>Within the scope of construction work conducted within an urban context for the creation of new buildings located in Rua das Olarias in Leiria, a selection of historical and archaeological remains attributable to different time periods were found. Such findings include; Levallois chips, ovens and modern or sub-modern ceramics, and a burial zone. Due to the presence of Palaeolithic evidence, the DGPC (Direção-Geral do Património Cultural) has requested a more in-depth analysis of the sedimentary deposits.</p><p>Geomorphologically, the area of intervention is located in the zone of the Typhonic Valley associated with the diapiric structure of Leiria-Parceiros, which is in the proximity of the Doleritic outcrop, where the Castle of Leiria was constructed. Concerning the stratigraphic-sedimentary component, from what was so far observed in the intervention carried out in the 3 sections researchers were able to identify that the sedimentary deposits of the area are composed, at the base, by marly and clayey layers (probably corresponding to the formations of the Dagorda Margas, from the Mesozoic), these are apparently "in situ" and are identified in the Geological Map (23C -Leiria).</p><p>It was not possible to identify layers of Neogene however, unconsolidated deposits were observed throughout the area with sedimentological characteristics which appear to be deposits of overburdening and flattening due to actions which took place in recent times. Most of the surface area of interest corresponds to the landform surface of the anthropic formation, where the deposits are thought to result from pottery activities (there is presence of clays and ceramics).</p><p>In the area of active archaeological intervention, coarser sediments were noted, but the more clastic deposits do not appear to have associated structures. So far it has not been possible to confirm the presence of a geological level to which the origin of the prehistoric archaeological material could be attributed.</p><p>Thus, the sampling program (sedimentological and palaeoenvironmental) will be oriented towards the recognition of possible natural Pleistocene layers (alluvial and fluvial deposits), the distinction between these, Mesozoic layers and layers of anthropic deposits. The methodology of sediment collection for geoarchaeological and palaeoclimatic purposes (in particular for sedimentological and palynological analyses) will follow established scientific procedures.  These analyses and further information about the terrain will only be possible with the help of sedimentological and palaeoenvironmental studies.</p>

Environmental Science and Pollution Research, Nov 7, 2022

Archaeopress Publishing Ltd eBooks, Aug 28, 2022

Editora da Unicamp eBooks, 2021

Lecture notes in information systems and organisation, 2022

UNESCO territories are spaces of Education, Science and Culture, but also of Communication. Today... more UNESCO territories are spaces of Education, Science and Culture, but also of Communication. Today, communication is an imperative of these territories, both as dissemination strategies and as a way of positioning in different development domains. In any case, knowing how to communicate its resources, differentiating elements or defining strategies, constitutes a competitive advantage that cannot be neglected at the present time. In other perspective, communication translates a strategy defined by the territories, visible in the way it communicates and in what is communicated. However, it’s not always easy to convey the values we want, much less when we speak about Science. The UNESCO Global Geoparks, as well-defined spaces where a community development strategy based on geology is built, are also areas of science. As such, communicating scientific knowledge, heritage resources, tangible and intangible values and culture itself are part of the daily life of a Geopark. Assuming the old maxim that we can only value what we know, the development of instruments, strategies and processes is fundamental, allowing the interpretation and dissemination of the geological heritage, but also of what is intended to be achieved with its valorisation, not only promoting greater attractiveness, but also a greater involvement of their communities, leading them to contribute in their own development. At Estrela Geopark, an aspirant to the UNESCO Global Geoparks network, communication plays a prominent role in its transverse development strategy. In each of its vital axes, tourism, science, education and sustainability, communication seeks to achieve three essential objectives: first, greater awareness of the Geopark brand and its own concept; secondly, greater dissemination of the territory; and thirdly, greater attractiveness, with more tourists, residents and investors. However, it`s not always easy to communicate science and scientific research. How to convey knowledge in an accessible, interesting and appealing way to the general public, whether visitors or residents? Aware of this difficulty, the Estrela Geopark betted early on interpretation as a central strategy for the whole communicative process. To interpret is the sine quo non condition for spreading knowledge, promoting geoconservation, achieving new forms of education and fostering our sense of belonging and pride. Throughout the last four years, several communication measures have been adopted, among which we highlight the "Portas do Geopark ", which are points of information and dissemination of heritage, and provide an entry into the territory. These "Portas" are the materialization of a dissemination strategy for the values of the Geopark throughout the 9 municipalities that compose this Aspiring with more than 2 thousand km2. Thus, 9 "Portas" and a tenth in the highest point of Continental Portugal, the Torre of Serra da Estrela, a place that receives approximately 2 million visitors per year, were created. In fact, communicating is much more than a simple way of transmitting knowledge, it`s a methodology that leverages the whole strategy of the Geopark, so that Estrela truly becomes a territory of Science, Education, Culture and Communication.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

Routledge eBooks, Jun 20, 2022

The Quaternary and Prehistory Group of the Geocsciences Centre has developed research lines dedic... more The Quaternary and Prehistory Group of the Geocsciences Centre has developed research lines dedicated to the influence of climatic and environmental conditions in human behavioral dynamics during the Holocene. The research in the Alto Ribatejo (TEMPOAR I/II and Transition Landscapes projects) suggests a possible socio‑economic implication (adoption of agro‑pastoralism) due to the climatic fluctuations in the Holocene. A new project is being prepared, dedicated to the relationship between human behaviour and climate fluctuations. The starting point is the analysis of different bioregional realities (Brazil, Portugal, Spain) between the start of the Younger Dryas and the end of the Atlantic period, taking an interdisciplinary approach through archaeobotanic, archaeofaunistic and sedimentological studies.

Journal of Archaeological Science, Sep 1, 2014

ABSTRACT In September 2013 pigment samples were taken by one of the authors from pictograms insid... more ABSTRACT In September 2013 pigment samples were taken by one of the authors from pictograms inside the Goda Roriso rock-shelter.1 The samples originated from white beeswax, previously analysed by micro-Raman Spectroscopy. In addition to the samples, a series of chronometric dates were made from the same substance. The radiocarbon dates were produced using Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS). Stylistically, the pictograms from Goda Roriso originate from an Ethiopian pastoral rock-art tradition that is associated with a Neolithic agro-pastoral economy, chronologically attributed by the scholars to 4000 until 1300 BP. Our initial thought was that, based on style, the pictograms, in particular the images of humped bovines, fell into a date range of between 2000 and 2500 years BP. The results revealed an unexpected range of dates: AD1021–1060 and AD1062–1155 (for sample Beta358358) and AD894–928 and AD934–1017 (for sample Beta358359). Absolute dating demonstrated that beeswax application was not a recent event, but doesn't belong to Neolithic Period. Based on secure chronometric dating, the beeswax paintings of Goda Roriso are the oldest of their type outside Australia. In this brief paper, we argue that beeswax forms an important by-product of beekeeping and that its dates from this remote corner of Africa are synchronous with beeswax paintings found elsewhere, in particular, within pre- and post-colonial Australia.

ABSTRACT Las pinturas rupestres de la Cornisa de La Calderita (La Zarza, Badajoz) constituyen un ... more ABSTRACT Las pinturas rupestres de la Cornisa de La Calderita (La Zarza, Badajoz) constituyen un notable con-junto parietal muy representativo del arte esquemático típico de la Península Ibérica. Situada la estación en una profunda fisura rocosa abierta en el extremo NO de la sierra de Peñas Blancas, los numerosos paneles decorados conservados en sus tres abrigos, todos ellos realizados en distintas tonalidades de rojo, reúnen un nutrido aparato iconográfico en el que se combinan y asocian figuras de muy diversas tipologías y técnicas de realización. En el año 2009, en el ámbito de un proyecto promovido por la Dirección General de Patrimonio de la Junta de Extremadura, se llevaron a cabo diversas actuaciones en la estación destinadas a la puesta en valor del enclave me-diante una serie de labores previas de documentación arqueológica como base para el planeamiento e instalación de estructuras reversibles de señalización y adecuación a la visita pública. A la limpieza sistemática de los paneles pictóricos sucedieron un renovado proceso de documentación gráfica, haciendo uso de las más recientes metodo-logías de documentación fotográfica y tratamiento digital del arte rupestre, así como un estudio completo de sus numerosos paneles. Al mismo tiempo, se realizó un levantamiento topográfico del abrigo, un análisis detallado del soporte y de los pigmentos a partir de la toma de muestras, y una serie de sondeos arqueológicos en diferentes zo-nas del abrigo de cara a la caracterización contextual y cronológica de las pictografías de la estación. Este proceso de documentación culminó en abril de 2013 con la realización de un escaneado 3D del conjunto principal. En el presente artículo nos proponemos dar a conocer dichas actuaciones, y exponer las primeras conclusiones provisionales de la investigación, actualmente en proceso de publicación, obtenidas a partir del proceso descrito de documentación.

Azania:archaeological Research in Africa, Jan 2, 2018

<p>Within the scope of construction work conducted within an urban context for the ... more <p>Within the scope of construction work conducted within an urban context for the creation of new buildings located in Rua das Olarias in Leiria, a selection of historical and archaeological remains attributable to different time periods were found. Such findings include; Levallois chips, ovens and modern or sub-modern ceramics, and a burial zone. Due to the presence of Palaeolithic evidence, the DGPC (Direção-Geral do Património Cultural) has requested a more in-depth analysis of the sedimentary deposits.</p><p>Geomorphologically, the area of intervention is located in the zone of the Typhonic Valley associated with the diapiric structure of Leiria-Parceiros, which is in the proximity of the Doleritic outcrop, where the Castle of Leiria was constructed. Concerning the stratigraphic-sedimentary component, from what was so far observed in the intervention carried out in the 3 sections researchers were able to identify that the sedimentary deposits of the area are composed, at the base, by marly and clayey layers (probably corresponding to the formations of the Dagorda Margas, from the Mesozoic), these are apparently "in situ" and are identified in the Geological Map (23C -Leiria).</p><p>It was not possible to identify layers of Neogene however, unconsolidated deposits were observed throughout the area with sedimentological characteristics which appear to be deposits of overburdening and flattening due to actions which took place in recent times. Most of the surface area of interest corresponds to the landform surface of the anthropic formation, where the deposits are thought to result from pottery activities (there is presence of clays and ceramics).</p><p>In the area of active archaeological intervention, coarser sediments were noted, but the more clastic deposits do not appear to have associated structures. So far it has not been possible to confirm the presence of a geological level to which the origin of the prehistoric archaeological material could be attributed.</p><p>Thus, the sampling program (sedimentological and palaeoenvironmental) will be oriented towards the recognition of possible natural Pleistocene layers (alluvial and fluvial deposits), the distinction between these, Mesozoic layers and layers of anthropic deposits. The methodology of sediment collection for geoarchaeological and palaeoclimatic purposes (in particular for sedimentological and palynological analyses) will follow established scientific procedures.  These analyses and further information about the terrain will only be possible with the help of sedimentological and palaeoenvironmental studies.</p>

Environmental Science and Pollution Research, Nov 7, 2022

Archaeopress Publishing Ltd eBooks, Aug 28, 2022

El Parque Nacional de Monfragüe (Cáceres) conserva un importante complejo de arte rupestre formad... more El Parque Nacional de Monfragüe (Cáceres) conserva un importante complejo de arte rupestre formado por más de un centenar de abrigos con pinturas y grabados postpaleolíticos. En el presente trabajo vamos a dar a conocer un avance de las conclusiones obtenidas en las últimas campañas de investigación llevadas a cabo en el sector del cañón del Arroyo Barbaón (Serradilla). En él se ha procedido a la documentación digital de las representaciones pictográficas de sus 29 abrigos. Además, a través de las excavaciones realizadas en el interior de la Cueva del Sapo, que han proporcionado diversos materiales cerámicos y líticos, así como los restos de un hogar, se intenta contextualizar arqueológicamente el conjunto de arte rupestre. Finalmente, el hallazgo en el abrigo Friso del Terror de un fragmento de cuarcita desprendido que conservaba algunos trazos pintados ha permitido realizar análisis para caracterizar el pigmento que fue utilizado en su elaboración. Con estas aportaciones pretendemos una aproximación más precisa a cuestiones como las técnicas de realización, cronología y funcionalidad de la pintura esquemática en este espacio natural cacereño.