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Prof. Dr. Lorenz Korn is a Professor of Islamic Art History and Archaeology at Otto-Friedrich University Bamberg since 2003. His academic journey includes studies at the University of Tübingen and Oxford, followed by postdoctoral research at Harvard University. He specializes in medieval Islamic architecture, focusing on Egypt, Syria, Iran, and Central Asia, with particular attention to religious symbolism, epigraphy, and material culture. His research spans projects funded by institutions such as the DFG and Gerda Henkel Foundation, including studies on Mongol migration routes in Iran, Seljuk mosque architecture, and the Rabʿ-i Rashidi in Tabriz. He has led archaeological expeditions in Iran, Oman, and Spain, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches combining art history with archaeology and scientific analysis. Key research interests include Islamic metalwork, stucco decoration techniques, and the role of inscriptions in architectural context. Korn has authored over 60 publications, including monographs on Ayyubid architecture and co-edited volumes on Islamic art and archaeology. His work bridges scholarly rigor with public engagement, evident in exhibitions and educational outreach. Recent projects include dendrochronological analysis of the Alhambra dome and field research in Spain’s Aljarafe region. He advises students in the Islamic Art History and Archaeology master’s program, fostering next-generation scholars through hands-on training in fieldwork and artifact analysis.

• Islamic Architecture
• Islamic Metalwork
• Religious Symbolism in Islam
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Prof. Ludwig D. Morenz is a Professor of Egyptology at the University of Bonn and Director of the Egyptian Museum Bonn. He holds positions as a Principal Investigator in archaeological research and leads excavations in Egypt. His academic journey includes a Habilitation from the University of Tübingen (2001), a PhD from Leipzig (1994), and extensive postdoctoral fellowships across Europe. His research focuses on Pharaonic socio-economic systems, particularly dependency relationships between state expeditions and Canaanite populations. He examines ancient Egyptian economy, religion, and cultural interactions through material and textual evidence. Key areas include the origins of alphabetic writing, solar deity symbolism, and Roman-Egyptian cultural hybridity. Morenz has secured over €1 million in third-party funding from institutions like the German Research Foundation (DFG) and Gerda Henkel Foundation. He supervises numerous doctoral and master's students, reviewing over 30 theses and international PhDs. His editorial roles include founding journals like Studia Sinaitica and Bonner Ägyptologische Beiträge . Major excavations under his leadership include the Elite Necropolis of Qubbet el Hawa and the Serabit el-Chadim Hathor temple project. He participates in consortia such as the DFG Research Training Group 'Archeology of Pre-Modern Economies' and the International Congress of Egyptologists. Awards: Heisenberg Fellowship (DFG), Feodor Lynen Fellowship (Humboldt Foundation), Herzog-Ernst Scholarship Exhibitions: Curated annual special exhibitions at the Egyptian Museum Bonn, including a landmark show on alphabetic writing origins at Cairo's National Museum Publications: 13 monographs, 4 edited volumes, and over 100 articles

• Egyptology
• Ancient History
• Archaeology
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Alissa Mittnik is a Group Leader at the Department of Archaeogenetics, Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology in Leipzig, Germany. She leads the 'MySocialBeIng' group, focusing on integrating archaeoscience to reconstruct social systems like kinship, gender roles, and mobility patterns in ancient societies. Her work bridges genetics, archaeology, and cultural studies to understand prehistoric populations. Education: PhD in 2016: University of Tübingen (Investigating Social Dynamics via Ancient DNA) Studies in Biology at Washington University (USA), University of Rostock, and University of Tübingen Research Interests: Genetic correlates of cultural transitions and social hierarchies Mobility in the ancient Mediterranean Archaeogenetic analysis of prehistoric populations Applications of ancient DNA to reconstruct migration and kinship networks Key Projects: Co-led the 'Times of Upheaval' project (2016-2018) on Bronze Age societal changes Published extensively on European, Mediterranean, and African prehistoric populations Lab/Team: Her group combines genomic, isotopic, and archaeological data to address questions about human migration, social organization, and cultural evolution.

• Archaeogenetics
• Ancient DNA Analysis
• Social Systems Reconstruction
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Dr. Sebastian Bosch serves as Manager of the Mobile Lab at the University of Hamburg's Centre for the Study of Manuscript Cultures (CSMC). He leads material analysis initiatives for cultural heritage artifacts through advanced scientific instrumentation. His roles include managing XRF and FTIR spectrometers in the Mobile Lab, and contributing to the Cluster of Excellence 'Understanding Written Artefacts' (2019–2025). Key projects include the Palm-Leaf Manuscript Profiling Initiative and material analysis of medieval manuscripts. Bosch holds a PhD in material science and has extensive experience in non-destructive testing techniques. His work bridges archaeometry, digital humanities, and conservation science. Research interests focus on multispectral imaging, pigment characterization, and technological applications for cultural heritage preservation. He collaborates internationally on projects like the Atri Fragment Revisited and Squarcialupi Codex analysis. Technical expertise includes XRF spectroscopy, infrared microscopy, and software development for pattern analysis in manuscripts. Has presented over 27 academic activities, including lectures on Mobile Lab methodologies and material analysis workshops. Manages laboratory equipment worth millions euros, supporting interdisciplinary research. Supervises technical operations for dozens of manuscripts annually through the Mobile Lab's fieldwork capabilities. Awards: No formal academic awards listed, though work has been recognized through high-impact publications in journals like Manuscript Studies and i-com .

• Material Analysis
• Cultural Heritage Studies
• Multispectral Imaging
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Cécile Michel is a renowned Assyriologist holding dual roles as a Senior Researcher at CNRS (France) and Professor at Universität Hamburg (Germany). She specializes in the history of Upper Mesopotamia and Anatolia during the second millennium BCE, focusing on private archives, literacy, material culture, and ethical research practices. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, particularly in analyzing cuneiform tablets and ancient textiles. Michel leads the 'Ethics' working group within the Cluster of Excellence ‘Understanding Written Artefacts’ (UWA) at Hamburg and coordinates international projects like the RFA09 (CT scanning sealed tablets) and RFE04 (Assyrian manuscript culture). Education details are not explicitly provided, but her career highlights include: Doctor honoris causa from Copenhagen University (2017) and Hamburg University (2023) President of the International Association for Assyriology (2014–2018) Scientific delegate at CNRS's Scientific Integrity Mission Recipient of the Knight of the Legion of Honor (2019) Her research interests span: Materiality of cuneiform tablets and digital preservation Gender roles in ancient societies Archival literacy and education Textile archaeology and trade networks Her documentaries, such as Thus speaks Taram-Kubi (2016) and Cuneiform script: writing and calculating (2017), have garnered international acclaim. She actively promotes ethical practices in archaeology and cultural heritage preservation, including work on safeguarding manuscripts from Timbuktu and Nepal. Key grants and projects include leadership roles in the SFB 950 ‘Manuscript Cultures’ (2011–2020) and Cluster of Excellence UWA (2019–2025). Her research teams collaborate globally, integrating archaeology, digital humanities, and experimental archaeology to decode ancient texts and artifacts.

• Assyriology
• Ancient Mesopotamian History
• Literacy and Education in Antiquity
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Christopher Miller is a Professor of Geoarchaeology at Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen (since 2016) and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Institute for Archaeological Sciences (since 2013). He previously served as Junior Professor of Geoarchaeology (2010-2016) and Acting Head of the Archaeometry Division (2013-2015). His research focuses on site formation processes, archaeological micromorphology, and the role of fire in human evolution, with a particular emphasis on Paleolithic cave sites. Education: PhD (2010): Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, Dissertation on Paleolithic cave sites' formation processes and settlement dynamics MSc (2004-2006): University of Maine, Thesis on geoarchaeological settings in the eastern US BA (2000-2004): Boston University, Dual degree in Archaeology and Earth Science Research interests include: Micromorphological analysis of archaeological sediments Geochemical tracing of Paleolithic sites Reconstruction of prehistoric human-environment interactions Development of novel microanalytical techniques for archaeological contexts His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to site formation processes, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and the application of clumped isotope thermometry in archaeological contexts. He has conducted fieldwork in South Africa, Italy, Germany, and the Levant, focusing on cave systems and open-air sites. As an academic leader, he oversees the Geoarchaeology research group and collaborates with international teams on projects such as the Neolithic Movila lui Deciov settlement and the Swabian Jura Paleolithic sites. His work bridges geochemistry, archaeology, and environmental science to unravel the complexities of human adaptation in prehistoric environments.

• Geoarchaeology
• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Archaeological Micromorphology
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Prof. Dr. Winfried Held is the Managing Director ( Geschäftsführender Direktor ) and Chair Holder ( Lehrstuhlinhaber ) of the Department of Archaeology at the Faculty of History and Cultural Sciences, Philipps University of Marburg. He has held this position since 2008 and leads multiple international research projects focusing on ancient architecture, Anatolian and Near Eastern archaeology, and nautical studies. His academic background includes: M.A. from Freie Universität Berlin (1991) Ph.D. from Freie Universität Berlin (1995) Habilitation from Universität Würzburg (2004) Prof. Held's research focuses on ancient architecture with particular emphasis on Seleucid architecture, Carian studies, and the transition from Achaemenid to Hellenistic periods in the Levant. His work spans Anatolian archaeology, Near Eastern archaeology from Achaemenid to Parthian periods, and nautical archaeology, with field projects across Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia. His approach integrates architectural analysis with cultural and historical contexts to understand ancient societies. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on temple architecture across the Eastern Mediterranean, particularly Seleucid-era structures, Carian sanctuaries, and monumental buildings in Anatolia and the Levant. There's a clear trajectory toward interdisciplinary studies combining architectural analysis with cultural history, as evidenced by his work on the Donuk Taş temple in Tarsus (purported to be the largest temple of the ancient world), the BERYTOS project on ancient Beirut, and underwater archaeology in the Red Sea. Prof. Held has led multiple DFG-funded research projects including: "Die Architektur der Seleukiden" (The Architecture of the Seleucids) "Vom Karischen Bund zur griechischen Polis" (From the Carian League to the Greek Polis) "Berytos. Archäologie einer antiken Handelsmetropole in der Levante" (Berytos. Archaeology of an ancient trading metropolis in the Levant) "Der Donuk Taş in Tarsos" (The Donuk Taş in Tarsos) "Mare Erythraeum. Seefahrt und Handel im Roten Meer" (Mare Erythraeum. Navigation and trade in the Red Sea) Prof. Held co-directs the "Marburger Unterwassersurvey" (Marburg Underwater Survey) project in Saudi Arabia and leads the "BERYTOS Project" on ancient Beirut's archaeology. His team includes international collaborators from Germany, Lebanon, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia, working on interdisciplinary research that bridges archaeology, architecture, and maritime studies.

• Ancient Architecture
• Anatolian Archaeology
• Near Eastern Archaeology
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Prof. Dr. Tanja Pommerening is a leading scholar at the Institute for the History of Pharmacy and Medicine, Philipps University of Marburg. With a unique interdisciplinary background bridging Egyptology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Cultural History, she holds a W3 Professorship since 2020 and has made significant contributions across multiple academic domains. Universitätsprofessorin für Geschichte der Pharmazie und Medizin (2020–Present) Initiatorin des DFG-GRK 1876 (2013–2020) Sprecherin des Marburger Gespräche zur Alten Heilkunde (2020–Present) Her research focuses on the intersection of ancient scientific texts , medical practices , and cultural knowledge systems in Egypt and the ancient Near East. She has pioneered work on: Archaeometry of funerary substances Transdisciplinary analysis of medical metrology Decolonization of academic collections Comparative pharmacology across Egyptian and Chinese traditions Recent publications reveal her expertise in mummification practices , ancient metrology , and knowledge transmission through edited volumes on bodily concepts (2025), cosmos-body connections (2024), and knowledge systems (2019). Her work appears in journals like PLoS ONE and Zeitschrift für Phytotherapie . Scientific recognition includes: Dalberg Prize (2005) Jerry Stannard Memorial Award (2005) Académie internationale d’histoire de la pharmacie (2022) Active in editorial roles as Area Editor for the UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology and co-editor of multiple academic series, she continues to shape the field through her leadership in projects like AESOH (2023–2027) and ArchaeoScent (2023–2025).

• History of Pharmacy and Medicine
• Ancient Egyptian Science
• Archaeometry
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Prof. Dr. Gerd Graßhoff is Professor at the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and served as Director of the Excellence Cluster Topoi (2010–2019). He leads interdisciplinary research on ancient science, coordinating projects that span Babylonian astronomy, Greco-Roman scientific instruments, Ptolemaic geography, and the epistemology of spatial knowledge. His research integrates philological analysis of cuneiform and classical sources with modern digital techniques such as 3-D scanning and GIS to reconstruct ancient scientific practices and their conceptual frameworks. Key Themes: Mathematical astronomy in Babylonia History and function of ancient sundials Geographical concepts in Ptolemy’s work Causal reasoning and empirical methods in antiquity Globalization and transmission of ancient knowledge Across more than fifty publications since 2010—including monographs, edited volumes, and journal articles—Graßhoff has advanced the study of how ancient cultures observed, measured, and theorized space and time. His work repeatedly combines meticulous source analysis with innovative digital documentation. Scientific Outreach & Awards: While formal awards are not listed in the supplied text, Graßhoff has organized numerous high-profile conferences and workshops (e.g., the annual Topoi Jahrestagungen, specialized sundial workshops, and international colloquia at venues such as ETH Zürich), demonstrating sustained scholarly leadership and recognition. Teams, Labs & Projects: He heads or co-heads several Topoi research groups including Forum – Spatial Data Analysis (A-SDA) Space of Nature (D-5) From Technology to Science: Knowledge Transfer in Antiquity (D-6) Atlas of Innovations (hosting the Key Topic Innovation) These groups bring together doctoral researchers, post-docs, and international guests to generate digital editions, 3-D reconstructions, and theoretical analyses of ancient scientific artefacts.

• History of Ancient Science
• Philosophy of Science
• Babylonian Astronomy
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apl. Prof. Dr. Heike Sternberg-el Hotabi has served as Associate Professor (apl. Prof.) in the Department of Egyptology and Coptic Studies at the University of Göttingen since 2000. She previously held visiting positions at the University of Graz (2000-2010) and interim professorships in Basel (1999) while directing the DFG-funded Prosopographical Lexicon of Non-Royal Women of the New Kingdom (1999-2005). Education & academic milestones: 1974-1978: Undergraduate studies in Egyptology, Coptology and Assyriology, Göttingen & Tübingen 1980: M.A. Göttingen 1983: Ph.D. Tübingen 1995: Habilitation, Göttingen Research focus: Her work concentrates on Egyptian religion of the 1st millennium BCE, especially temple texts and decorative programs of the Greco-Roman period, Horus stelae, gender-specific prosopography, and cultural contacts under Persian rule. She combines philological analysis of hieroglyphic, Demotic and Coptic sources with broader questions of religious history and syncretism. Publication profile: Across five monographs and c. seventy articles she has treated royal annals, funerary religion, divine kingship, and the transformation of script and myth in Late Antique Egypt. Recent papers continue her long-term editorial commitment to the Göttinger Miszellen and the TUAT series, illustrating an enduring interest in editing and contextualising primary sources. Editorial & collaborative roles: Co-editor, Texte aus der Umwelt des Alten Testaments (Egyptology section), 1980-2000 Co-editor, TUAT.NF , since 2001 Editorial board, Göttinger Miszellen , since 2004 Member, Graduate School 896 “Images of Gods – Images of God – Worldviews” Advisory Board, journal Abgadiyat , Bibliotheca Alexandrina She currently advises from her office at Heinrich-Düker-Weg 14, 37073 Göttingen, and can be contacted at hsternb@uni-goettingen.de .

• Egyptian religion of the Greco-Roman period
• Women's studies in ancient Egypt
• Horus stelae
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Achim Lichtenberger is Professor of Classical Archaeology at the University of Münster, where he serves as Director of the Archaeological Museum and Managing Director of the Institute for Classical Archaeology and Christian Archaeology. He has held this position since October 2016, following his professorship at Ruhr-Universität Bochum (2010-2016). Lichtenberger is an active researcher with leadership roles in multiple international projects focusing on Hellenistic and Roman archaeology across the Mediterranean and Near East. 2008: Habilitation in Münster with "Severus Pius Augustus. Studien zur sakralen Repräsentation und Rezeption der Herrschaft des Septimius Severus und seiner Familie (193-211 n. Chr.)" 2001: PhD at Eberhard Karls-Universität Tübingen 1998: MA at Humboldt Universität zu Berlin 1993-1998: Studies in Classical Archaeology, Ancient History and Evangelical Theology Lichtenberger's research centers on Hellenistic and Roman ruler representation, Greco-Roman Near East iconography, ancient religion, and numismatics. His work bridges archaeology, history, and religious studies with emphasis on cross-cultural interactions. He conducts extensive fieldwork in Armenia, Jordan, and Israel, examining Hellenistic settlements, urban development, and religious practices. His methodological approach combines traditional archaeological techniques with geophysical prospection, material analysis, and interdisciplinary theoretical frameworks. His recent publications reveal expanding research interests in Hellenistic urbanism in Armenia (particularly Artaxata), the archaeology of Decapolis cities following the AD 749 earthquake, and Greco-Phoenician mythology as reflected in imperial coinage. His work consistently addresses cultural entanglement and power representation in the ancient world, increasingly incorporating environmental evidence and interdisciplinary approaches. 2022: Corresponding Member of the German Archaeological Institute Lichtenberger leads major research projects funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), Fritz Thyssen Foundation, and other institutions. His international collaborations span Armenia, Israel, Jordan, and beyond. As Pro-Dean of the Department of History/Philosophy at the University of Münster since 2020, he plays a significant institutional role while mentoring doctoral students and advancing the University of Münster as a center for Hellenistic and Roman Near Eastern studies. Lichtenberger directs the Armenian-German Artaxata Project investigating the Hellenistic capital in the Ararat Plain and co-leads the German-Israeli Tell Iẓṭabba Excavation Project. His institutional leadership includes service on the General Assembly, Scientific Advisory Board, and Commission for Equality and Diversity, reflecting his commitment to academic governance and diversity initiatives.

• Classical Archaeology
• Numismatics
• Hellenistic and Roman ruler representation
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Stephan W. E. Blum serves as a Researcher at the Department of Ancient Studies and Art History within the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Tübingen . His work centers on Bronze Age Anatolia and Southeast Europe, with primary focus on Troy excavations. He directs the DFG-funded project "Die bronzezeitlichen Außensiedlungen von Troia: Grabungen und Forschungen 1987-2012" (2021-2024). Blum's research spans Bronze Age chronology , ethnoarchaeological formation processes , and Troy's cultural transitions . His publications reveal expertise in stratigraphic analysis, ceramic studies, and organic residue analysis – notably reconstructing early wine consumption in Troy through depas amphikypellon vessels. Recent work connects environmental strain to Troy's collapse, drawing contemporary parallels. His 15 most recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on Troy's chronological framework (Periods IV-V), with increasing integration of scientific methods like petrographic and organic residue analysis. Key trends include reevaluating Troy's interregional contacts during the Early Bronze Age and examining waste disposal patterns to understand daily life. Blum maintains active public engagement through The Conversation , translating complex archaeological findings for broader audiences regarding Troy's relevance to modern environmental challenges and historical film accuracy. His research is supported by major grants including the DFG project BL 1305/3-1 , Gerda Henkel Stiftung Fellowship (2018-2020), and funding from the Malcolm Hewitt Wiener Foundation . He collaborates extensively with international institutions like the Institute for Mediterranean Archaeology (Cincinnati). Blum leads excavations at Troy's lower city and contributes to the Troia Project , focusing on Bronze Age settlement structures and formation processes. His work integrates traditional excavation with cutting-edge scientific analysis to reconstruct Troy's cultural sequence from the Chalcolithic through Middle Bronze Age.

• Bronze Age Archaeology
• Anatolian Archaeology
• Southeast European Archaeology
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Prof. Dr. Gisela Grupe is a faculty member at LMU Munich, specializing in anthropology, environmental history, archaeometry, and biological trace science. Her research integrates isotopic analysis with bioarchaeology to study human and animal mobility, diet, and provenance in historical contexts. Key projects include leadership in the DFG Research Group FOR 1670 on Transalpine mobility and culture transfer. Collaborations span institutions in Germany, Lithuania, France, USA, and Italy, focusing on Bronze/Iron Age Mongolia, Roman archaeology, and medieval mining regions. Her recent publications emphasize multi-isotope methodologies (strontium, oxygen, lead) for provenance analysis, cremation studies, and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. Collaborative work with the Bavarian Academy of Sciences and international universities underscores her interdisciplinary approach. Her research extends to ethical considerations in the treatment of archaeological human remains, reflecting broader societal and historical contexts.

• Anthropology
• Environmental History
• Archaeometry
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Andrea Denker is a researcher and Head of the Proton Therapy Department at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin, with a career spanning over two decades in accelerator physics and archaeometry. Doctorate in Physics from the University of Stuttgart (1994) Post-Doc at CSNSM, Orsay, France (1994-1995) Scientific employee at the Ion Beam Laboratory, Hahn-Meitner-Institute (since 1995) Head of the Proton Therapy Department (since 2007) Her research focuses on Accelerator Physics and Archaeometry , leveraging ion beam technologies for interdisciplinary applications. Contact: Phone: (030) 8062-43000 Fax: (030) 8062-42097

• Accelerator Physics
• Archaeometry

Prof. Dr. Kaja Harter-Uibopuu is a Professor of Ancient History at the University of Hamburg, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities and the Centre for the Study of Manuscript Cultures (CSMC). She serves as Co-Spokesperson of the Cluster of Excellence 'Understanding Written Artefacts' (UWA) and leads research projects on epigraphy, ancient law, and cultural heritage preservation. Her work focuses on Greek epigraphy, funerary law in Asia Minor, and the application of digital technologies in humanities research. Education: Born in Graz, Austria (1968), she studied Ancient History and Classical Archaeology at the University of Salzburg and Graz, earning a doctorate in Ancient History and Antiquity (1997) and a Habilitation in 2016. She has held academic positions at institutions including the University of Innsbruck and the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Research Interests: Greek legal history, constitutional history of Greek city-states, epigraphic analysis of inscriptions, and interdisciplinary approaches to manuscript and cultural heritage studies. She leads the 'Inscriptiones Graecae' project and collaborates on immersive VR technologies for epigraphic research. Scientific Achievements: Member of prestigious academies (Berlin-Brandenburgische Akademie, Hamburg Academy), recipient of the Viennovation Award, and author of over 80 publications. Her work bridges classical studies with digital humanities, advancing methodologies for epigraphic data curation and visualization. Grants & Labs: Principal Investigator in multiple DFG and EU-funded projects, including the Cluster of Excellence UWA (2019–2025). Active in labs like the CSMC and the CISAL (Center for Ancient Law Studies). Supervised numerous PhD and master’s students in ancient history and epigraphy.

• Ancient History
• Greek Epigraphy
• Ancient Legal History
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