My research interests focus on prehistoric mining and the exploitation of mineral resources, with a particular emphasis on pigments such as hematite and ochre. I am especially interested in the technological, economic and cultural dimensions of raw material procurement during the Neolithic. This includes the investigation of early mining activities, pigment production and use, and the role of stone tools in extraction and processing. A central aspect of my work concerns how specific resources are embedded in social practices, knowledge systems and cultural landscapes. By combining technological analyses, spatial approaches and provenance studies, I aim to better understand how mineral resources were accessed, processed and circulated within prehistoric communities. Through this perspective, my research contributes to broader discussions on resource management, technological knowledge and the cultural significance of materials in prehistoric societies.