معرفی
Demetris Ioannides is a Researcher at the Science & Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Center (STARC) of The Cyprus Institute. He holds a PhD (2022) from the University of Cyprus, focusing on the compositional analysis of Late Bronze Age metallurgical ceramics in Cyprus. His work bridges archaeology, material science, and ancient technologies.
Education:
- Bachelor's in History and Archaeology (2011), University of Cyprus
- MA in Material Culture and Artefact Studies (2013), University of Leiden, Netherlands
- PhD in Archaeology (2022), University of Cyprus
Research Focus: Demetris investigates ancient metal production in Cyprus and the eastern Mediterranean, emphasizing metallurgical processes, raw material selection, and technological choices. He reconstructs production chains (chaîne opératoire) and evaluates their cultural and geographical contexts.
Projects & Collaborations:
- MSCA-ITN NARNIA Project (2013–2017)
- A.G. Leventis Foundation-funded projects: 'Metalliferous Sources to Paphos Citadel' (2018–2019), 'Apliki Copper Mine Study' (2023–present), and 'The Keros Project' (2023–present)
Advising & Grants: While no formal students are listed, his interdisciplinary work aligns with collaborative projects funded by EU and private foundations. He contributes to STARC’s initiatives in archaeological science and cultural heritage preservation.
Labs/Teams: Part of STARC’s multidisciplinary team, focusing on material analysis and archaeological technology.
