Payson D. Sheets

Who is Payson D. Sheets?

Payson D. Sheets is an American archaeologist, Mayanist, and Professor with the Department of Anthropology, University of Colorado Boulder. He is primarily known for his research in Pre-Columbian Mesoamerica and Lower Central America, most importantly for his work on the Maya civilization at Joya de Cerén in El Salvador. He specializes in Mesoamerican archaeology, lithic technology, ancient adaptations, geophysical applications, hazards research, and remote sensing.