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ABOUT US

Welcome to Terra Nostra Earth Sciences Research!

Terra Nostra Earth Sciences Research, LLC (TNESR), founded by Dr. Manuel R. Palacios-Fest, provides a wide range of geoarchaeological and environmental services.  Since 1988, we have worked along-side archaeological firms across Arizona, nationally and abroad. TNESR has been recognized domestically and internationally for its study of the physical environments where people settled in the past and its role in the reconstruction of prehistoric and historic irrigation canals, reservoirs, and other aquatic environments associated to archaeological sites. 

About Our Founder

Dr. Manuel R. Palacios-Fest is well-regarded in the geosciences, particularly in paleoenvironmental research, paleolimnology, and geoarchaeology. His work often uses ostracodes (microscopic crustaceans) as indicators in paleoenvironmental reconstruction, exploring ancient water systems, especially in the context of Southwest U.S. indigenous cultures, such as the Hohokam. He has collaborated on diverse interdisciplinary projects related to climate change impacts on ancient societies and environmental shifts.

 Dr. Palacios-Fest is recognized for his contribution to understanding human-environment interactions in archaeological settings.

About Us

PROJECTS COMPLETED

PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

We've had the honor to have supported a wide variety of projects and efforts. 

PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

Check out our publications and our work. 

SAMPLES PROCESSED

PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

SAMPLES PROCESSED

We've processed thousands of samples, ensuring the highest quality and standards are met.  

Our Current and Past Partners

Professional Affiliations


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