科技考古学科六十年学术研讨会在京举行

Core Insights - The academic seminar "Inheritance and Innovation: Sixty Years of Technological Archaeology" was held, highlighting the development of technological archaeology in China over the past 60 years [1][2] - The Chinese Academy of Social Sciences has established a comprehensive research system in technological archaeology, with hardware facilities meeting international advanced standards, supporting major national projects [1] Development Milestones - In 1965, the first carbon-14 laboratory in China was established, marking the beginning of the professional journey in technological archaeology [1] - In 1995, the Archaeological Technology Research Center was formed, transitioning from "dispersed exploration" to "systematic integration" [1] - In 2024, the Key Laboratory of Technological Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Protection will be inaugurated, reorganizing 18 sub-laboratories and 5 joint laboratories [1] Future Directions - The laboratory aims to focus on significant cultural missions, including the exploration of Chinese civilization and the development of the Chinese national community [2] - There is an emphasis on achieving breakthroughs in key areas such as ancient DNA sequencing and digital archaeology, enhancing China's global academic influence in technological archaeology [2] - The development of a dedicated and innovative team of laboratory workers is essential for the advancement of technological archaeology [2]