معرفی
Professor Dave Parham is a faculty member at Bournemouth University within the Department of Maritime Archaeology. An experienced archaeologist and diving supervisor, his work spans from the Bronze Age to World War II, focusing on maritime archaeology, ship construction, and underwater cultural heritage management across the British Isles, Baltic, Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, and Arabian Sea.
- Education:
- MSc in Maritime Archaeology (University of Southampton, 1996)
- BA (Hons) in History with Nautical Archaeology (Bangor University, 1995)
- Professional Qualifications:
- Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries (FSA, 2008)
- Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA, 2006)
- Member of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (MCIfA, 2003)
Research Interests include the long-term study of maritime seafaring, ship construction across eras, and underwater cultural heritage management. His work addresses the intersection of historical wrecks with modern policy, conservation, and archaeological methodology.
Publications highlight interdisciplinary trends in maritime archaeology, including shipwreck preservation, biodegradation processes, and the ethical implications of commercial archaeology. His studies span diverse regions like the English Channel, Thames Estuary, and international waters, with a focus on historical trade, military conflicts, and environmental impacts.
- Scientific Awards:
- Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London (2008)
- Registered Professional Archaeologist (USA, 2006)
- Member of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (2003)
Advising includes supervision of PhD student Daniel Pascoe, whose work examines gunnery at sea via HMS Invincible (1744).
Labs & Teams include collaborations with the South West Maritime Archaeology Group and advisory roles for the Advisory Committee on Historic Wreck Sites. He contributes to international conferences like the Society for Historical Archaeology and IKUWA series.
