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Matthew Evans is a Leverhulme Early Career Fellow at the University of Leicester's School of Archaeology and Ancient History. His research focuses on the Hellenistic and Roman Aegean, blending classical archaeology and ancient history. He employs machine learning to analyze stone inscriptions and identify workshops in Ionia, Turkey, aiming to uncover the human processes behind inscription creation. He also participates in field surveys on Samos and Chios.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Ancient History, Cardiff University
- Master of Studies (MSt) in Classical Archaeology, University of Oxford
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in History and Archaeology of Gymnasia, University of Warwick
Research Interests: Evans studies short-distance mobility in Ionia, epigraphy, and digital methodologies. He combines textual analysis with archaeological fieldwork, emphasizing material culture's role in understanding ancient societies. His work bridges traditional archaeology and computational tools to explore stone cutters' networks and inscription production.
Awards:
- Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship (current)
Advising & Grants: While no specific grants or student names are listed, his fellowship supports his current research trajectory. He likely advises students in archaeology and ancient history, though details are not provided here.
Labs/Teams: Engaged in field projects on the Greek islands of Samos and Chios, collaborating with archaeological teams to conduct surveys and excavations, contributing to broader regional studies.
