Frequently asked questions

General

IsoArcH is a non-profit initiative dedicated to the preservation, standardization, and sharing of isotopic data in bioarchaeology, environmental studies, and forensic sciences.

Data

The database includes isotopic measurements (e.g., δ¹³C, δ¹⁵N, δ¹⁸O, ⁸⁷Sr/⁸⁶Sr), sample metadata (e.g., material type, chronology, archaeological context), and site-level information from studies across the globe.

Submitting Data

Yes. You remain the owner of your dataset. IsoArcH provides visibility and preservation while respecting your intellectual property.

Community and Membership

Yes! Anyone interested in isotope research and data sharing can join. Learn more on our Membership page.