معرفی
Ibrahim Noureddine is an Adjunct Research Professor in the Department of Greek and Roman Studies at Carleton University, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. His academic background includes a PhD from the University of Granada, Spain, and degrees from the Lebanese University (UL). He specializes in Mediterranean archaeology with a focus on maritime and harbor studies.
Education:
- B.A., Université Libanaise (UL)
- M.A., Université Libanaise (UL)
- Ph.D., Universidad de Granada, Spain
His research interests center on maritime archaeology, particularly the study of ancient harbors, shipwrecks, and coastal infrastructure in the eastern Mediterranean. He has conducted extensive underwater excavations in Lebanon (Byblos, Tyre, Jiyeh, Beirut), Syria (Tell Kazel, Tell Karma), and Egypt (Luxor, Amenhotep III and Thutmosis III Temple sites). His work bridges Egyptology, Phoenician archaeology, and Bronze/Iron Age studies. He emphasizes interdisciplinary methods combining underwater survey, geoarchaeology, and historical analysis.
The most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on Phoenician harbor systems, particularly at Tyre and Byblos, with increasing attention to paleogeography, maritime infrastructure, and the impact of environmental changes. His articles demonstrate a long-term commitment to uncovering and preserving submerged archaeological heritage in the Levant.
Scientific Contributions:
- Founding Director, Canadian Archaeological Research Organization (CARO)
- Active member, Thutmosis III Mortuary Temple excavation project, Luxor, Egypt
- Former participant, Amenhotep III Temple excavations, Luxor
- Key contributor to mapping and interpreting the Phoenician harbor at Tyre, identifying it as one of the oldest and largest Iron Age harbor installations in the Mediterranean
Noureddine has advised and collaborated with international institutions and scholars, including UNESCO, IFPO, and the Honor Frost Foundation. He has presented at major international conferences such as TROPIS and UNESCO symposia. His work continues to advance understanding of ancient Mediterranean maritime networks and harbor engineering.
Research Teams and Projects:
- Director, Canadian Archaeological Research Organization (CARO)
- Team member, Spanish excavation and restoration project at Thutmosis III Mortuary Temple, Luxor
- Co-director (with Hélou), underwater investigations at Tyre since 2001
- Collaborator with Jacques Collina-Girard on coastal geomorphology at Byblos
