Carlota Sempé facts for kids
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Carlota Sempé
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María Carlota Sempé
6 December 1942 La Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
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| Died | 1 February 2024 (aged 81) La Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
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| Alma mater | National University of La Plata |
| Occupation | Archeologist, teacher, scientific researcher |
| Employer | National Scientific and Technical Research Council |
| Awards | Konex Prize (2016) |
María Carlota Sempé (born December 6, 1942 – died February 1, 2024) was an important Argentine archaeologist. She was also a teacher and a scientific researcher. Carlota Sempé studied ancient cultures in Argentina. Her work focused on groups that lived before the Spanish arrived. She also researched old cemeteries in cities.
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Carlota Sempé's Early Life and Education
Carlota Sempé was born in La Plata, Argentina. She loved learning about the past. In 1967, she finished her studies in anthropology. This was at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Museum. It is part of the National University of La Plata.
Later, in 1976, she earned a special degree. She became a Doctor in Natural Sciences from the same university. She passed away on February 1, 2024, at 81 years old.
Carlota Sempé's Archaeology Career
Carlota Sempé's main research for her doctorate was about the Abaucán Valley. This valley is in Catamarca, Argentina. She studied the ancient people who lived there. Her work helped us understand their lives.
Studying Ancient Burial Sites
During her career, Carlota Sempé studied burial sites. She looked at how ancient people buried their dead. She also studied the buildings and art linked to these practices. This helped her understand their culture and identity.
Art and Ancient Pottery
She also focused on art in archaeology. She was very interested in ceramic art. This is art made from clay. She studied pottery from Northwest Argentina. Her work helped explain the art of the Catamarca region.
Teaching and Urban Research
Carlota Sempé was also a professor. She taught about art, technology, and anthropology. She researched architecture and city planning. She also studied symbols in old urban cemeteries.
Scientific Research and Discoveries
Carlota Sempé was a top researcher at CONICET. This is Argentina's National Scientific and Technical Research Council. For 45 years, she explored the Hualfín and Abaucán valleys. These are in the Catamarca province.
Important Archaeological Sites
She helped organize information from 21 ancient sites. These sites showed how indigenous cultures developed. She also helped define two cultures: Saujil and Abaucán. Her work provided many dates for these cultures. This helped scientists know when these groups lived.
Awards and Recognition
In 2016, Carlota Sempé received the Konex Prize. This is a very important award in Argentina. She was also named a professor emeritus. This is a special title from the National University of La Plata. The city of La Plata also honored her. They called her an "outstanding Platense woman."
Leadership in Research
Carlota Sempé led many important projects. She directed the Ceramic Analysis Laboratory. She also led the Center for Scientific and Cultural Heritage. She guided many students and researchers. Her work helped train new scientists. She researched ancient cultures in different parts of Argentina.
Publications and Networks
Carlota Sempé wrote many articles. These were published in journals and books. She worked with other researchers on these publications. She was also part of groups that studied old cemeteries. These groups were in Argentina and other countries.
See also
In Spanish: Carlota Sempé para niños
