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Jonathan Edmondson is Distinguished Research Professor in the Departments of History and Humanities at York University's Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. His research focuses on Roman history, epigraphy, and cultural interactions in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in Lusitania. He co-directs the ADOPIA project, a digital atlas of personal names from Roman Spain. Education includes: Ph.D. in Classics (Ancient History), Cambridge University M.A. in Classics, Cambridge University B.A. in Classics, Cambridge University Research interests span Roman Spain's society and economy, gladiatorial spectacles, the Roman family, and the historiography of Cassius Dio. His work employs epigraphic analysis and digital methods to explore cultural identity in provincial contexts. Recent publications demonstrate sustained focus on Lusitanian onomastics, epigraphic habits, and imperial cults. Articles utilize digital humanities approaches to reconstruct social structures and cultural dynamics in Roman colonies like Augusta Emerita. Awards and honors: Corresponding Member, Real Academia de la Historia (2002) Fellow, Royal Historical Society (2009) Genio Protector de la Colonia Augusta Emerita (2011) Award of Merit, Classical Association of Canada (2014) Dean’s Research Award, York University (2016) Distinguished Research Professor (2017) Edmondson mentors graduate students and leads international collaborations, including the CIL II Mérida inscriptions project. As co-director of ADOPIA, he oversees digital mapping of anthroponymic patterns to analyze cultural change in Roman Spain.

• Roman History
• Roman Epigraphy
• Roman Spain
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Miguel Ángel Andrés-Toledo is the FEZANA Associate Professor in Zoroastrian Languages and Literatures at the University of Toronto's Department of Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations. His primary research focuses on Old and Middle Iranian languages and literatures, particularly Avestan and Pahlavi texts, with a specialization in Zoroastrian exegesis and manuscript studies. He has held academic positions at institutions including the University of Salamanca, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and Free University of Berlin. Education: PhD in Iranian Studies from the University of Salamanca (Spain). Research interests include Indo-Iranian linguistics, Avestan and Pahlavi textual criticism, and the socio-religious context of Zoroastrian liturgical traditions. Major projects include the Avestan Digital Archive and Middle Persian Dictionary Project, involving collaborative international teams. Publications include monographs such as The Zoroastrian Law to Expel the Demons (2016) and El hilo de la vida y el lazo de la muerte en la tradición indoirania (2010). His articles analyze ritual practices, demonology, and linguistic innovations in ancient texts. Administrative roles include serving as Associate Chair for Graduate Studies at the University of Toronto. He has contributed to over 30 Avestan manuscript digitization projects, emphasizing textual preservation and accessibility.

• Old Iranian Languages
• Middle Iranian Literatures
• Zoroastrianism
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Francisco J. Hernández is a Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Greek and Roman Studies within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Carleton University. He holds advanced degrees from the University of Barcelona and the University of Toronto, and his academic work centers on medieval Iberian history, particularly the kingdom of Castile-León. Lic. Fa. Letras, University of Barcelona M.A., Ph.D., University of Toronto His research spans medieval culture, society, and politics, with a special focus on historiography, the development of Romance script in Spain, and the interplay between Jewish communities and Christian kingdoms. His work often bridges linguistic, historical, and religious dimensions of medieval Iberia. The trends in his recent publications highlight a deep engagement with royal chronicles, script development, and cross-cultural interactions between Iberia, France, and Occitania. He frequently explores textual reuse, political legitimacy, and the material culture of medieval manuscripts. He has received scholarly recognition, including the ‘best article in 2015’ award from the Journal of Medieval Iberian Studies . Best Article in 2015, Journal of Medieval Iberian Studies Francisco J. Hernández has edited major volumes and published in leading journals, demonstrating sustained research productivity. While no formal students or grants are listed, his collaborations—such as with Peter Linehan—and editorial roles indicate significant academic mentorship and leadership. He is affiliated with several research centers, including the Centre for Jewish Studies and the Digital Humanities initiative at Carleton. He is actively involved in interdisciplinary research through affiliations with the Carleton Centre for the Study of Islam, the Centre for Jewish Studies, Digital Humanities, and Medieval & Early Modern Studies, contributing to a vibrant scholarly community.

• Medieval History
• Iberian Studies
• Historiography
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John Serrati is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Classics and Religious Studies at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Arts and serves as Director of the University of Ottawa Museum of Classical Antiquities. Concurrently, he holds the position of Assistant Professor of Classics at John Abbott College in Montreal, a role he has maintained since 2004. His academic affiliations include memberships with the Classical Association of Canada, Classical Association, and institutional associations with the British School at Rome, Canadian Institute in Greece, and British School in Athens. Serrati obtained his PhD in Greek, Latin, and Ancient History from the University of St Andrews (2001), following an MA (1995) and BA (1994) in Classics and Ancient History from McGill University. His research examines femininity and male virtus in Roman martial culture, Roman imperialism through Sicilian case studies, ancient state economies in warfare, and the reception of Classics in 19th-century Canada with focus on Indigenous relations. As Museum Director, he oversees a collection spanning 7th century BC to 7th century AD artifacts and facilitates student engagement through hands-on workshops. He leads international study trips to Mediterranean archaeological sites including recent expeditions to Spain (2024), Greece/Turkey (2023), and Sicily (2019). Current teaching includes: Athens, Persia, Sparta The Hellenistic World Ancient Greek Warfare and Society Women, Gender and Sexuality in the Ancient World Cicero and the Fall of the Roman Republic He currently supervises graduate student Madeline White and maintains professional activities as Programme Coordinator for the Archaeological Institute of America's Ottawa Society (2017-2022).

• Roman History
• Gender Studies
• Ancient Warfare
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Ibrahim Noureddine is an Adjunct Research Professor in the Department of Greek and Roman Studies at Carleton University, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. His academic background includes a PhD from the University of Granada, Spain, and degrees from the Lebanese University (UL). He specializes in Mediterranean archaeology with a focus on maritime and harbor studies. Education: B.A., Université Libanaise (UL) M.A., Université Libanaise (UL) Ph.D., Universidad de Granada, Spain His research interests center on maritime archaeology, particularly the study of ancient harbors, shipwrecks, and coastal infrastructure in the eastern Mediterranean. He has conducted extensive underwater excavations in Lebanon (Byblos, Tyre, Jiyeh, Beirut), Syria (Tell Kazel, Tell Karma), and Egypt (Luxor, Amenhotep III and Thutmosis III Temple sites). His work bridges Egyptology, Phoenician archaeology, and Bronze/Iron Age studies. He emphasizes interdisciplinary methods combining underwater survey, geoarchaeology, and historical analysis. The most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on Phoenician harbor systems, particularly at Tyre and Byblos, with increasing attention to paleogeography, maritime infrastructure, and the impact of environmental changes. His articles demonstrate a long-term commitment to uncovering and preserving submerged archaeological heritage in the Levant. Scientific Contributions: Founding Director, Canadian Archaeological Research Organization (CARO) Active member, Thutmosis III Mortuary Temple excavation project, Luxor, Egypt Former participant, Amenhotep III Temple excavations, Luxor Key contributor to mapping and interpreting the Phoenician harbor at Tyre, identifying it as one of the oldest and largest Iron Age harbor installations in the Mediterranean Noureddine has advised and collaborated with international institutions and scholars, including UNESCO, IFPO, and the Honor Frost Foundation. He has presented at major international conferences such as TROPIS and UNESCO symposia. His work continues to advance understanding of ancient Mediterranean maritime networks and harbor engineering. Research Teams and Projects: Director, Canadian Archaeological Research Organization (CARO) Team member, Spanish excavation and restoration project at Thutmosis III Mortuary Temple, Luxor Co-director (with Hélou), underwater investigations at Tyre since 2001 Collaborator with Jacques Collina-Girard on coastal geomorphology at Byblos

• Maritime Archaeology
• Egyptology
• Eastern Mediterranean Bronze and Iron Age Archaeology
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