Archaeologist explores ancient roots of human innovation
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Sara Cura, an archaeologist from Portugal, discussed how early humans thrived through cooperation, technique, and adaptability, allowing them to inhabit diverse environments across the planet.
Cura explained that humans are a surprisingly fragile species who overcame challenges through ingenuity and social networks. She described her work studying prehistoric sites like Ribeira de Atalaia and highlighted how understanding the past can offer valuable perspective on current anxieties and disruptions.
Cura also detailed her journey into archaeology, beginning with a local association in Vila Nova da Barquinha and continuing through studies at the Sorbonne in Paris and UTAD. She emphasized the importance of communicating archaeological findings to the public through projects like “Comunicar Arqueologia” and the podcast “Let’s Rock,” believing that sharing knowledge is a responsibility. Beyond her professional life, Cura openly shared her personal struggles with alcohol dependence and her path to recovery, which began in 2020.
She credited support networks, particularly her family and a transformative interview with Pedro Castro, for helping her achieve over six years of sobriety. Her new book, “Inovações Pré-Históricas que Mudaram o Mundo,” explores the surprisingly recent origins of everyday objects and the sophisticated skills of prehistoric people.
