Nathan Schlanger

Nathan Schlanger is a Professor of Archaeology at the École nationale des chartes in France. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Oxford. His career includes roles at the Institut national d'histoire de l'art (INHA), coordinating the European project AREA (2000), and leading international research initiatives at the Institut national de recherches archéologiques préventives (INRAP) (2005). Following his HDR (2012), he joined the research team at the École du Louvre.

Research Focus:

• Archaeology, technology, and material culture
• History and archives of archaeology in European and colonial contexts
• Heritage policies and preventive archaeology, with global perspectives

Recent Publications:

His works explore interdisciplinary themes such as prehistoric studies, colonial archaeology, and the intersection of heritage policy with global politics. Notable publications include analyses of Marcel Mauss’s theoretical contributions and comparative studies of European archaeology abroad.

Professional Activities:

He participates in conferences addressing critical heritage studies, emphasizing global-local dynamics and postcolonial frameworks. His current affiliations span academic research and policy-oriented projects in France and internationally.