Camille Lacorne

I am a doctoral fellow at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel, specializing in zooarchaeological and isotope analysis to uncover the ecological impact of early European colonization in Madeira, Portugal.

In 2023, I received a master’s in Biodiversity, Ecology, and Evolution with a specialization in bioarchaeology from the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle (Paris, FR), where I focused on zooarchaeology and trained in key methodologies such as comparative anatomy, taphonomy, and multivariate statistics. Recognizing the importance of integrating cutting-edge analytical techniques, I expanded my expertise beyond traditional methods. After my master’s, I dedicated a year to training in zooarchaeology and palaeoproteomics, gaining hands-on experience in ancient collagen extraction, sequencing, and advanced analytical techniques. Through fieldwork in France, Sicily, Cyprus, and Portugal, I developed a deep understanding of island and coastal environments and the adaptive strategies of past human populations. This interdisciplinary background ultimately led me to join the Archaeology, Environmental Changes & Geo-Chemistry (AMGC) Research Group at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel in February 2025.

My current research lies at the intersection of socio-cultural studies and environmental impact analysis, focusing on the early colonization of Madeira. This research, reinforcing my passion for studying long-term ecological impacts, resonates deeply with contemporary concerns about biodiversity loss, driving my commitment to exploring the past to inform present and future conservation efforts.