Kaisa Autere

Kaisa Autere is a Doctoral Researcher in the Doctoral Programme in History and Cultural Heritage and a Grant researcher in the Department of Cultures at the University of Helsinki. She actively contributes to archaeological research with a specialized focus on ancient civilizations, particularly Ancient Near Eastern Empires and Egyptology.

Autere completed her Master of Arts in Archaeology at the University of Helsinki, establishing the foundation for her specialized research in ancient languages and cultural heritage. Her educational background has prepared her for interdisciplinary work that bridges traditional archaeological methods with digital humanities approaches.

Her research interests span multiple specialized areas including Ancient Near Eastern Empires, Egyptology, Languages of the Ancient Near East, and Cultural Heritage preservation. She investigates historical texts, linguistic strategies in ancient administrative documents, and the impact of modern conflicts on archaeological sites. Her work demonstrates a progression from foundational archaeological studies to more specialized investigations of ancient texts and cultural heritage preservation in conflict zones.

Autere's publication record shows consistent scholarly output since 2018, with increasing productivity in recent years. Her research demonstrates expertise in analyzing linguistic strategies in ancient administrative papyri, examining cultural transmission through historical texts, and documenting the impact of modern conflicts on cultural heritage sites, particularly in Ukraine.

• Active participant in the Center of Excellence in Ancient Near Eastern Empires (ANEE) project (2018-2025)
• Member of the Helsinki University Egyptology Study Group since 2018
• Member of the organizing committee for ANEE Annual Meeting 2025
• Regular presenter at Finnish Egyptological Society meetings
• Participant in the International Congress of Egyptologists (ICE 2023)

As an engaged scholar, Autere participates in various academic activities including conference organization, public outreach through Science Night events, and academic service as a journal reviewer. Her work bridges academic research with public engagement, making ancient history accessible to broader audiences while contributing to specialized scholarly discourse in archaeology and Egyptology.