Eythan Levy

Eythan Levy serves as Senior Assistant in Digital Archaeology at the University of Zurich's Institute of Classical Archaeology within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Previously, he led an SNSF SPARK project at the University of Bern (2024) and conducted postdoctoral research on stamp seals from the Southern Levant (2022-2023).

His research interests focus on computational approaches to archaeological problems, particularly:

• Computer applications and quantitative methods in archaeology
• Ancient chronology of the Iron Age Levant
• Northwest Semitic epigraphy and paleography
• Archaeology of the Southern Levant
• Ancient Egyptian archaeology and epigraphy

His work bridges computer science and archaeology through innovative methodological frameworks.

Levy's publication trends demonstrate consistent interdisciplinary output combining computational methods with archaeological analysis. Recent work focuses on chronological modeling tools, epigraphic analysis of Hebrew seals, multispectral imaging of ostraca, and computational approaches to ceramic typology. His research shows strong emphasis on developing formalized schemes for synchronizing archaeological data and creating specialized software solutions.

Levy has developed several significant archaeological software tools:

• ChronoLog: For computer-assisted chronological modeling
• Scrypt: Web application for computer-assisted decipherment of ancient inscriptions
• TPQ Composer: For displaying stratigraphic termini post quem
• Artifacts Analyzer: For analyzing archaeological artifact datasets

These tools represent his commitment to creating practical computational solutions for archaeological challenges.

His academic background uniquely combines computer science and archaeology:

• PhD in Archaeology (Tel Aviv University, 2017-2021)
• PhD in Computer Science (Université Libre de Bruxelles, 2003-2009)
• Multiple MA degrees in Archaeology and Ancient Oriental Languages
• Teaching certificate for higher education

This dual expertise enables his innovative approach to digital archaeology.