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Stella Demesticha is an Associate Professor of Maritime Archaeology at the Department of History and Archaeology, University of Cyprus. She specializes in ancient shipwrecks, amphorae, and maritime trade networks in the Eastern Mediterranean. Her academic journey includes a Ph.D. from the University of Cyprus (2002) and postgraduate studies in Cypriot Archaeology. She has directed major projects like the Mazotos and Nissia shipwrecks and led international collaborations such as iMARECULTURE and THETIDA. Her research emphasizes 3D modeling, organic residue analysis, and maritime heritage preservation. She teaches courses on maritime archaeology, shipwreck management, and ceramic analysis.
Education:
- Ph.D. (2002): Cypriot Amphorae of the Late Roman Period, University of Cyprus
- Postgraduate (1994): Introduction to Cypriot Archaeology, University of Cyprus
- Bachelor's (1992): Archaeology, National University of Athens
Research Interests:
- Maritime archaeology focusing on shipwrecks and trade mechanisms
- Late Roman amphorae and ceramic technology
- Ancient seafaring and navigation practices
- Underwater cultural heritage preservation
Notable Projects:
- Director of Mazotos shipwreck project (since 2007)
- Coordinator of iMARECULTURE (2016–2019), advancing VR and AR for underwater heritage
- Lead researcher in PROTEAS (2022–2024), studying Late Roman amphorae production
Labs/Teams: Active with the Archaeological Research Unit/MARELab, focusing on digital documentation and maritime heritage preservation.
