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François Bordes
François Bordes (December 30, 1919 – April 30, 1981), also known by the pen name of Francis Carsac, was a French scientist, geologist, and archaeologist.
Biography.
He was a professor of prehistory and quaternary geology at the Science Faculty of Bordeaux. He decisively renewed the approach of focusing on prehistoric lithic industries, introducing statistical studies in typology and expanding the use of experimental flint knapping. He was known among archaeologists throughout the world for his ability to replicate ancient stone implements;
recent alumni (83%) are fluent in two or more languages, and 78% have worked in a language other than their native tongue. More than half also having worked in a country not native to them.
Individuals of note who have attended the university include:
- Cleo von Adelsheim - German noblewoman and actress
- Diana Álvares Pereira de Melo, 11th Duchess of Cadaval - Portuguese noblewoman
- Tarak Ben Ammar - movie producer and distributor
- Pamella Bordes - Indian model, photographer and Femina Miss