Rachel Wood (archaeologist)

Rachel Wood is a British archaeologist and academic specializing in the archaeology of the Near East and the Levant, particularly the Chalcolithic and Bronze Age periods. Her research focuses on social complexity, craft production, and trade networks in these regions. She is known for her work on pottery analysis, technological innovation, and the reconstruction of ancient economies. Wood has conducted fieldwork in various locations, including Jordan and Turkey, and has published extensively on her findings in peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes. Her work contributes to a broader understanding of the development of early urban societies and the interconnectedness of ancient civilizations in the Near East.