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About: I am a biological anthropologist and associate professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston. My research integrates the impact of social and evolutionary forces on growth, nutrition, and health. In particular, I have focused on the long-term impact of war, refugee experiences, and poverty on growth and health of Southeast Asians (Hmong, Lao, Khmer).
Degree: 2004- Ph.D., Binghamton University (State University of New York). Doctoral Committee: Michael A. Little (chair), Ralph M. Garruto, Gary D. James.
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Research Interests: Biological anthropology; Growth and nutrition; Hmong, Lao, and Khmer diasporas; Long-term health effects of war and malnutrition; Developmental origins of disease; Evolutionary anthropology; Biocultural anthropology; Human biological variation
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Contact: Patrick F. Clarkin
Associate Professor of Anthropology
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, MA 02125-3393
tel 617-287-6858
email: patrick.clarkin(at)umb.edu
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Patrick Clarkin
May I ask what those rather large stone things you’re standing in front of are?
Sure. The photo was taken at the Plain of Jars in northeastern Laos.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plain_of_Jars