Burkhard Emme

Burkhard Emme is a Researcher at the Institute of Classical Archaeology within the Department of History and Cultural Studies at Free University of Berlin, where he has been employed since January 1, 2013. He also serves as Deputy academic advisor for the bachelor's program. His academic journey began with studies in Classical Archaeology, Ancient History, Arabic Studies, and Islamic Studies at the Universities of Göttingen and Heidelberg from 2001-2007, followed by doctoral studies at Heidelberg University (2007-2010) funded by the Gerda-Henkel Foundation.

His research interests span Classical Archaeology with a focus on Greek and Roman architecture, urban studies in antiquity, Pergamon studies, sepulchral culture, and mythological iconography. Emme's work demonstrates a particular expertise in analyzing urban spaces, religious architecture, and the interplay between architectural forms and social functions in the ancient world.

His publication record reveals a consistent focus on architectural analysis, particularly concerning Pergamon and Milet. The research shows a progression from early studies on courtyard architecture to more complex analyses of urban spaces, sanctuaries, and mythological representations. His work often combines detailed architectural analysis with broader historical and cultural interpretations, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches that bridge archaeology, art history, and historical studies.

• DAAD-Stipendium in Kairo (2004/2005)
• Gerda-Henkel-Stiftung funding for doctoral studies (2007-2010)
• Reisestipendium des Deutschen Archäologischen Instituts (2011/2012)

Emme has been actively involved in several significant research projects, including the Habilitation project on mythological garland sarcophagi, comprehensive studies of Pergamon's Lower Agora, research on the reception of the Pergamon Altar in archaeological scholarship, and documentation of sculptural fragments from the Potsdam City Palace. His collaborative work with the German Archaeological Institute and Mimar-Sinan University Istanbul demonstrates his commitment to international scholarly cooperation.

His laboratory and field work primarily focuses on archaeological documentation, architectural analysis, and historical reconstruction, particularly in the context of ancient Greek and Roman urban spaces. Emme has contributed to exhibitions, such as the 2015 campus.leben featured exhibition on the Pergamon Altar, where he served as a key researcher examining the altar's research history and visual reconstructions.