معرفی
Simon J. Barker is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Ancient History at the University of Warsaw’s Faculty of History. His research focuses on Roman architecture, late-antique urbanism, and material recycling practices. He has conducted fieldwork across Türkiye, Jordan, Italy, and the UK, and published widely on topics like Roman quarries, marble decoration, and construction logistics.
Education:
- BA in Archaeology (University of Nottingham)
- MA in Archaeology (University of York)
- DPhil in Roman Archaeology (University of Oxford, 2012)
Key Research Areas:
Barker’s work examines the interplay between material culture and socio-economic contexts. Recent publications include analyses of Egyptian stone imports to Campania, comparative quarry logistics, and the economics of Roman construction. He co-edited volumes on late-antique city walls and architectural energetics, reflecting his focus on interdisciplinary methodologies.
Grants and Collaborations:
His projects involve international collaborations with institutions like the British School at Rome and the Swedish Institute in Rome. Current research explores marble networks in Pompeii and spolia use in late-antique urban defense systems.
Labs/Teams:
Associated with the Centre for Research on Ancient Civilisations at the University of Warsaw, he leads fieldwork and material analysis initiatives. He co-organised conferences like ‘New Research on Late-Antique Recycling’ (2019) and ‘Adornment as Everyday Identity’ (2019).
