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Maxime Poulain is an MSCA Post-Doctoral Fellow at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Science, Department of Geosciences. His research focuses on the archaeology of medieval sex work, integrating paleogenetics and material culture analysis to study human remains and sediments from medieval red-light districts. He is affiliated with the Department of Medieval Archaeology through his EU-funded project SEXWARC, which seeks to center female sex workers in archaeological discourse.
- Current Role: MSCA Post-Doctoral Fellow (2025–Present), University of Tübingen
- Previous Roles: Post-Doctoral Researcher at Ghent University (2017–2025), Scientific Collaborator at UCLouvain (2016–2017)
Poulain’s research bridges archaeology, ancient DNA analysis, and medieval studies. His work on pathogen genomics and paleoparasitology explores health, sanitation, and daily life in urban medieval Europe. Recent projects include analyses of latrines, sheep mounds, and metallurgical practices in Belgium.
His publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, combining experimental archaeology, material science, and historical contexts. Key themes include medieval urbanization, economic practices, and the social dimensions of material culture.
Scientific Awards
- 2025 ENLIGHT Impact Award for ‘Lost Ports of the Zwin’
- 2024 Society for Medieval Archaeology Annual Award
- 2022 Science Communication Prize (Royal Flemish Academy)
- 2021 Heritage in Motion Finalist
Poulain’s work emphasizes marginalized populations and innovative methodologies, contributing to debates on medieval social structures and bioarchaeological practices.
