ABSTRACT
As is the case with all research, any new data acquired should give rise to many more questions. In paleoimaging, general questions arise from a data point derived from a single imaging modality and may include the following: How can we confirm what we think we are seeing? How can we use additional imaging to better inform our interpretations? Sometimes, the answer is the reapplication of that imaging mode, perhaps from a new projection angle. In other cases, the answer lies in using additional imaging methods to clarify and confirm the original data. Although more advanced imaging, such as computed tomography, is a useful approach to additional data collection, often conditions in field settings and the condition of human mummified remains or artifacts limits the transportation possibilities and, thereby, the application of additional imaging modes. Field settings often present situations in which there are limited resources. In these cases, the creativity of the paleoimaging team comes into play. Skilled paleoimagers who can apply the constructs of critical thinking, using what resources is available, are often able to collect additional applicable data that assist in the interpretation of the collected data. Also, using portable and complementary imaging modalities in the field can generate a tremendous amount of data for those interpretations.
