Palaeolithic research in Jordan by the University of Basel research group of the El Kowm project is focused on complementary studies to the ongoing investigations in El Kowm (Central-Syria).

In a first phase, selected sites will be assessed for their scientific potential within the scope of the El Kowm project. Furthermore scientific cooperation with Jordanian researchers and authorities will be developed. Specific studies in lithic technologies and palaeontology will be conducted according to the outcome and evaluation of the first phase.