Walter Gauß

Walter Gauß is a Senior Academy Scientist at the Austrian Archaeological Institute (ÖAI) in Athens, Greece, leading the Research Group on Historical Archaeology in the Mediterranean. His work focuses on Aegean Bronze Age pottery, stratigraphy, chronology, settlement archaeology, and urban planning. Since 2003, he has been a scientific employee at the ÖAI’s Athens branch and has directed excavations at Aigeira since 2011. His research includes projects like 'Stratigraphy and Finds of the Late Bronze Age Fortification Wall and the ›Lower City‹ of Aigeira' and 'Aegina-Kolonna: From Early Bronze Age to Mycenaean Studies.' He has authored or co-authored over 50 publications, including journal articles, conference proceedings, and edited volumes. His work frequently integrates archaeological fieldwork with scientific analysis, such as ceramic technology and environmental studies.

Education:

• University of Salzburg: Degrees in Classical Archaeology, Ancient History, and Classical Studies

Research Interests:

Gauß’s research combines field excavation with interdisciplinary methods to explore Aegean prehistory. He investigates settlement patterns, ceramic production networks, and chronological frameworks. His studies on Aigeira and Aegina Kolonna shed light on urban development and cultural interactions in the Bronze Age. Recent work emphasizes the transmission of technical knowledge in pottery production and environmental adaptations.

Publications:

His recent articles address themes like Aegean fortifications, ceramic typology, and Mycenaean settlement archaeology. Collaborations with international teams highlight his role in advancing archaeological methodologies. Editorships include volumes on Aegean prehistory and technical knowledge transfer in pottery production.

Grants & Labs:

• Excavation director of Aigeira
• Scientific coordination of the SCIEM 2000 project

Future Work:

Ongoing projects include excavations at Aigeira and continued analysis of Aegean Bronze Age ceramics. He contributes to the ÖAI’s institutional legacy through publications like Ein anderes Griechenland, celebrating 125 years of Austrian archaeological research in Greece.