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Dr. Ian McElroy serves as a Student Operations Specialist in Social Sciences Administration and holds a Research Affiliate position within the School of Humanities at the University of Glasgow. His work focuses on archaeological and historical analyses of ancient structures, particularly examining the interplay between religious and civic architecture in classical antiquity. He is affiliated with the University's Florentine House facility and can be reached at Ian.Mcelroy@glasgow.ac.uk.
Research interests include the architectural and spatial dynamics of sacred spaces in the Greco-Roman world, with a focus on how built environments shaped cultural and religious experiences. His published work critically examines the relationship between the 6th-century cathedral at Gerasa and its adjacent Temple of Artemis complex, analyzing spatial contrasts and ritual practices.
Academic contributions include a 2021 article in Levant exploring the architectural and socio-religious interactions between monumental structures in late antique Jordan. While no specific awards are documented, his research bridges archaeology and classical studies to shed light on urban religious landscapes.
