Palynology, diatom and phytolith analyses provide valuable information about past vegetation, human activities and environmental changes.
MGPalaeo offers a broad suite of specialist microanalytical services to help Traditional Owner groups, heritage consultants, government bodies, and academic researchers achieve reliable outcomes through detailed environmental and use-wear analysis.
We have supported numerous projects across Australia and pride ourselves on our rapid turnaround times and ability to handle large volumes of samples.
Our unique, integrated approach combines biostratigraphy and sedimentology to ensure all microscopic evidence is interpreted within its correct depositional context, allowing us to accurately differentiate between natural environmental changes and human activities.
Our Specialist Services
Palynology & Phytoliths – Reveal palaeoenvironmental change, ancient cultivation practices, and specific plant use, even when seeds or wood are not preserved. Phytolith analysis extends to residue analysis on artifacts (e.g., grinding stones) to determine their specific uses.
Diatoms – Track historical water sources and aquatic environments, providing insights into settlement patterns, resource use, and past water quality.
Microcharcoal – Characterize historical fire regimes to better understand human land management practices and environmental histories.
Stratigraphy – Detailed logging of archaeological sections, trenches, and cores to ensure that microscopic analyses are interpreted within an accurate palaeoenvironmental context.
Why Partner with MGPalaeo?
Integrated Expertise: We can integrate biostratigraphy and sedimentology to provide a holistic understanding of your site’s history.
On-site Laboratory: Our purpose-built laboratory in Malaga, Western Australia, allows us to maintain strict quality control standards throughout the entire analysis process.
Experience: Our company brings over 40 years of experience, applying rigorous scientific methods to ensure consistent, reliable, and high-quality results for your archaeological projects
Contact Us today to find out how our microanalytical services can provide the clarity and control you need for your next archaeological project.
Additional Services
MGPalaeo has an on-site laboratory at our Malaga office, set up for the full suite of biostratigraphic services. However, we can also provide additional laboratory services if there is sufficient request (ie, starch analysis, XRF spectrometry, or micromorphology).
If any of these services are of interest, or if there are additional processing or analytical requests that would further improve your archaeological research, please Contact us and we can discuss further.