Ferenc Zamolyi

Ferenc Zamolyi is an external lecturer at TU Vienna (since 2008) and a researcher at the Austrian Academy of Sciences (since 2017). He specializes in digital archaeology, architectural reconstructions, and historical building techniques. His work focuses on Early/Middle Byzantine architecture (e.g., Bishop's Quarter of Side), Coptic monastic structures in Egypt (Theban Monastery of St. Paul), Roman residential complexes in Ostia and Ephesus, and early Christian church complexes like Burgbichl. He also investigates traditional building practices in Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and Central Europe, alongside timber construction tools.

Education: Master's in Architecture (Vienna University of Technology, 2004). Professional background includes 3D modeling and graphic design at 7reasons (2005–2014), producing exhibitions and animated reconstructions for museums like Wien-Museum and Römermuseum Wien.

Research emphasizes data evaluation from laser scans and point clouds for architectural analysis. Teaching engages with vernacular architecture across global regions and historical building methodologies. No scientific awards explicitly mentioned.

His current role involves collaborative projects on archaeological sites such as Aigeira Kleidi/Samikon and Ephesos. Lab/Team affiliation: Part of the Austrian Academy of Sciences' Digital Archaeology and Classics division.