What next? Pressing archaeological questions in Austronesian studies in Island Southeast Asia (original) (raw)

The paper discusses pressing archaeological questions in Austronesian studies, focusing on the origins and expansion of Austronesian-speaking populations in Island Southeast Asia. It highlights the need for further research, collaboration, and excavation in the region to understand the cultural dynamics and mechanisms of the Austronesian diaspora during the Neolithic period. The authors advocate for interdisciplinary approaches integrating archaeology, genetics, and ethnography to enhance insights into the complex history of these communities.