Filippo Carlà-Uhink

Prof. Dr. Filippo Carlà-Uhink is a Professor of Ancient History at the University of Potsdam, leading the Department of Ancient History within the Historisches Institut (HI). He holds a Habilitation in Ancient History from TU Dresden (2016) and a doctorate from the University of Udine (2007). His academic career includes roles at the University of Exeter (2014–2017), JGU Mainz (2010–2014), and visiting positions in Heidelberg, Tübingen, and Novosibirsk.

• Affiliations: Member of the International Society for Cultural History (ISCH), editorial board of thersites, and scientific advisor for multiple journals.

Research focuses on Roman and late antique history, including monetary systems, cultural history, and the reception of antiquity in modern pop culture. He explores themes like corruption in Graeco-Roman contexts, spatial concepts of Roman rule, and the use of antiquity in theme parks. Key projects include the DFG-funded 'Twisted Transfers' and 'Public History' networks.

Publications include The 'Birth' of Italy (2017), Corruption in the Graeco-Roman World (2025), and edited volumes on theme parks and ancient magic. Awards include the 2007 Turin University Prize and multiple fellowships for collaborative research.

Teaching includes courses on Roman history, late antiquity, and the reception of classical antiquity. He advises doctoral students and organizes international conferences like 'Human-Animal-Studies in Classics' and 'Migration and Displacement' lecture series.

Labs/teams: Leads research projects on public history, ancient corruption, and cultural heritage, collaborating with institutions like the ZZF Potsdam and IfZ Munich.