Dr. Joaquín Lomba Maurandi is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities , Universidad de Murcia , specializing in Prehistory and Archaeology . His research focuses on Chalcolithic Iberia , bioarchaeology , ancient DNA analysis , and rock art studies . He is affiliated with research groups such as Historical Archaeology and Heritage of the Western Mediterranean and Digital Humanities: History and Video Games . Email: jlomba@um.es Doctorate: Universidad de Murcia (1995), thesis on Lithic Industries of the Eneolithic in Murcia Research Interests: His work spans European Prehistory , funerary rituals , settlement patterns , and biological profiles of ancient populations , with a focus on the Copper Age in SE Spain . He employs linear discriminant analysis , machine learning , and stratigraphic studies to explore social complexity and environmental interactions. Key Contributions: He is renowned for analyzing the Camino del Molino collective tomb (1348 individuals, 3rd millennium BC), developing sex estimation models using long bones, and studying prehistoric livestock and rock art in Murcia. His methodologies have redefined approaches to multi-individual burials and ancient DNA datasets .
Dr. Alberto Carnicero López is a Senior Associate Professor at the School of Engineering (ICAI) of Comillas Pontifical University, affiliated with the Institute for Research in Technology (IIT). He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from Comillas and has been active in academia since 1999. His research focuses on numerical methods in engineering, railway systems, catenary-pantograph dynamics, fire safety, thermal/fluids engineering, and bioengineering. He has supervised multiple Ph.D. theses and led over 40 research projects funded by entities like the Spanish Ministry of Science and international organizations. His educational background includes degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Engineering from Comillas. Key research contributions include advancements in catenary-pantograph interaction modeling, structural analysis using FE methods, and bioengineering applications like subperiosteal implant designs. He has authored 42+ journal articles, with recent works addressing e-scooter rider safety, CO2 emissions during the pandemic, and crack propagation analysis. Dr. Carnicero has received awards such as the X Premio Talgo for Innovation and has served on doctoral committees and as a reviewer for journals like Vehicle System Dynamics . His work bridges engineering disciplines, emphasizing practical solutions for railway systems, biomechanics, and sustainable mobility.
Michael B. Cosmopoulos is Professor of Archaeology and holder of the Hellenic Government–Karakas Family Foundation Chair in Greek Studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL). A leading figure in Bronze-Age Aegean archaeology, he directs the long-running Iklaina Archaeological Project in the Peloponnese and serves as a Corresponding Member of the Academy of Athens. Education & Academic Career Cosmopoulos pursued classical and archaeological studies in Greece and North America, obtaining advanced degrees that prepared him for directing large interdisciplinary field projects and mentoring graduate cohorts at UMSL. Research Interests His research centers on the formation of the Mycenaean state, early Greek religion, and the political economy of the Bronze-Age Aegean. Through systematic excavation, geophysical survey, and archaeometric analyses at Iklaina, he investigates how secondary centers were integrated into palatial systems, the role of sanctuaries and hero cults in legitimizing authority, and the economic infrastructures that sustained emerging states. Publication Profile Over the past fifteen years Cosmopoulos has published extensively on state formation, administrative complexity, ritual practice, and urbanism at Iklaina. His articles illuminate the diachronic transformation of a modest settlement into a provincial center of the Pylos kingdom, revealing patterns of centralized storage, industrial production, and communal feasting that underwrote political authority. Scientific Awards & Honors Order of Honour of the Hellenic Republic, conferred by the President of Greece (2022) Elected Corresponding Member, Academy of Athens (2017) Fellowships from the Alexander S. Onassis Public Benefit Foundation, National Endowment for the Humanities, and American Council of Learned Societies Grants & Graduate Mentorship Cosmopoulos has secured major funding from the National Science Foundation, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Geographic Society, and private Greek foundations, enabling comprehensive fieldwork and cutting-edge laboratory analyses. His project has trained numerous MA and PhD students, many of whom now hold academic and museum positions across North America and Europe. Laboratories & Collaborative Networks At UMSL he curates the Iklaina Project Research Laboratory , equipped for ceramic petrography, archaeometallurgy, and digital archiving. The project maintains partnerships with the Greek Ministry of Culture, the University of Athens, and international teams specializing in remote sensing, geoarchaeology, and bioarchaeology.
Yue Fu is a Visiting Professor at Stanford University's Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures, part of the School of Humanities and Sciences. His research focuses on Chinese archaeology, particularly the Western Zhou period and early Chu culture. Key interests include cultural heritage preservation, material culture analysis, and the integration of Buddhism with indigenous practices. Research areas span Western Zhou archaeological remains, Chu State copper production, and Buddhist influences in funerary art. Notable projects include studies of the Liaowadianzi site and the Caiyue Tomb Pottery Pavilion. He has contributed to railway heritage preservation and online archaeology education methods. Publications (2017-2023) emphasize regional archaeology, cultural dynamics, and heritage management. Collaborations include excavations in Xiangyang and Anhui provinces, with a focus on synthesizing archaeological data with historical narratives.
Ryan Wilkinson is an Associate Professor of History at Ambrose University. He holds a PhD from Harvard University, and MA and BA degrees from The University of Arizona. His research focuses on late antiquity, particularly the societal transformations of post-Roman Gaul, Christian doctrines, and the intersection of political violence and social networks. His current project explores early Christian theologies of creation and their relevance to contemporary challenges. Education: PhD in History, Harvard University MA in History, The University of Arizona BA in History, The University of Arizona Research Interests: Late antiquity, Christian doctrines, post-Roman Gaul, societal collapse, political violence, communication networks. Recent work includes analyzing Jordanes’ use of biblical themes to critique sixth-century political crises and synthesizing numismatic and ceramic data to map communication networks in Burgundian Gaul. His writing often bridges historical analysis with contemporary societal issues. Publications: Recent works include a monograph on Roman Gaul’s social networks (2020), articles on coin distribution methodologies, and studies of Gothic historiography. His research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining archaeology with textual analysis. Awards/Grants: No awards explicitly listed, but his publications indicate sustained research funding and academic engagement. Labs/Teams: Not specified in text, though collaborative projects in late antique studies are implied through his publications.
Dr. Kyle Keimer is an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at Macquarie University's School of Humanities, specializing in the Archaeology and History of Ancient Israel. He holds a Ph.D. from UCLA in Near Eastern Languages and Cultures, with a focus on the southern Levant. His research emphasizes ancient Near Eastern warfare, state formation, and historical geography, particularly in the Iron Age I and IIA periods. He co-directs excavations at Khirbet Arai with Yosef Garfinkel and Saar Ganor, exploring sites like Hazor, Beersheba, and Idalion. Notable projects include the publication of Iron Age materials from Tell en-Nasbeh and Macquarie University's collaboration with Hebrew University on Khirbet Arai excavations. Education: B.A. in Anthropology (Ohio State University), M.A. in Biblical Archaeology (Wheaton College), Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Cultures (UCLA). Awards include the George A. Barton Fellowship (2011) and E.C.A. Fellowship (2012). His work integrates archaeological evidence with biblical studies, focusing on the material manifestations of political power and socioeconomic structures in ancient Israel. Research interests include the materiality of political control, the Early Israelite monarchy, and the Hebrew Bible's historical context. He has led study tours in Israel, emphasizing historical geography. Recent publications explore village life in ancient Israel, biblical Ziklag identification, and monumental architecture's role in state formation. Key Projects: Co-director of Khirbet Arai excavations (2018–present) Excavation roles at Hazor, Beersheba, and Jaffa MQRC: Centre for Ancient Cultural Heritage and Environment (CACHE) Awards: George A. Barton Fellow (2011), Albright Institute E.C.A. Fellow (2012), Albright Institute Grants: Publication of Iron Age I Materials from Tell en-Nasbeh (ongoing) Labs/Teams: Active contributor to Macquarie University's archaeological research initiatives, including excavations with Hebrew University and the Israel Antiquities Authority.
Clare Burke is a UKRI Post Doctoral Fellow in the Department of Archaeology at the University of York, affiliated with BioArCh. Previously, she held post-doctoral positions at the Austrian Academy of Sciences Institute for Oriental and European Archaeology and the Austrian Archaeological Institute (ÖAI) in Vienna. Her research focuses on prehistoric pottery, particularly in the Balkans and Aegean regions, exploring how raw material choices and technological practices reflect cultural identity, societal habits, and interregional connections. She employs microscopic analysis, thin section petrography, and SEM-EDS to study ceramic production and use. Education: BSc Archaeology (University of Leicester, 2004) MA Professional Archaeological Practice (University of Leicester, 2005) MSc Archaeomaterials (University of Sheffield, 2006) PhD in Archaeology (University of Sheffield, 2017) Research Interests: Clare’s work centers on understanding technological and social choices in ceramic production across prehistoric societies, with a focus on the Neolithic and Early Bronze Age. She examines how pottery functions as a marker of cultural identity, migration patterns, and technological knowledge transfer. Her studies span diachronic and spatial scales, integrating experimental archaeology and organic residue analysis to uncover daily practices and societal structures. Key areas include: Early Neolithic pottery in North Macedonia Starčevo culture ceramics in Serbia Early Helladic pottery technologies in Greece Grants & Awards: Her current project TECUS is funded by the UKRI Horizon Europe Guarantee Postdoctoral Fellowship (EP/Y025113/1). She also received the Anton Ölzelt-Newin’sche Stiftung grant to support her research on Ada Tepe pottery. Past projects include FWF-funded initiatives like 6500 Years of Solitude? (co-designed with the University of Graz) and NEOTECH (led by Barbara Horejs at ÖAI). Advising & Collaborations: While no formal advisees are listed, Clare has collaborated extensively with international teams, co-investigating projects in Greece, Serbia, Bulgaria, Croatia, and Turkey. She works closely with institutions like the University of Graz and ÖAI, contributing to excavations such as Svinjarička Čuka and Midea. Labs & Teams: Affiliated with BioArCh at the University of York, she participates in multidisciplinary research groups. Her current TECUS project involves co-investigators Peter Bickle and Oliver Craig, focusing on Neolithic pottery in North Macedonia. She is also completing analyses on Early-Late Neolithic ceramics from Çukuriçi Höyük in Türkiye.
Dr. Peter Schauer is an Associate Lecturer in Digital Archaeology at the University of York's Department of Archaeology. His work bridges cultural evolution studies, spatial analysis, and quantitative methods applied to prehistoric material culture. Previously, he held roles at Cambridge University as Senior Teaching Associate in Quantitative Methods in Archaeology and Biological Anthropology, teaching courses like 'From Data to Interpretation' using R programming. He contributes to major projects such as the Leverhulme-funded Neomine project (stone axe production analysis) and the ERC Synergy Grant COREX. Education: B.A. Art History (University of Missouri), MSc Human Evolution & Behaviour (UCL), and AHRC-funded Archaeology PhD (University College London). Research interests span cultural evolution, radiocarbon dating aggregation, spatial analysis, Neolithic demographic change, Attic pottery motifs, and digital archaeology. He co-directs the Digital Archaeology MSc program and chairs the Board of Examiners. Research trends in his publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to prehistoric economies, using big data and statistical methods to analyze stone tool distribution, mining activities, and demographic shifts. His work often integrates archaeological data with demographic proxies like C14 dates. He frequently presents at conferences such as the European Association of Archaeologists and Society for American Archaeology. Grants: Leverhulme Trust (Neomine), ERC Synergy (COREX). Lab/Team: Core member of Digital Archaeology initiatives at York, collaborating with institutions like University College London and the Neolithic mining networks research consortium.
Andrew Duff is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Anthropology at Washington State University, within the College of Arts and Sciences. His research centers on the archaeology of the American Southwest, especially Puebloan societies from the 11th to 15th centuries, with additional projects in Ethiopia and Thailand. He is actively involved in fieldwork, publication, and graduate education. His research interests include: Archaeology of the American Southwest Community formation and social identity Migration and abandonment Ceramic and quantitative analysis Megalithic monuments in Ethiopia Spatial analysis of religious sites in Thailand Andrew Duff’s recent publications reflect a strong focus on material culture, settlement organization, and regional interaction. His work integrates advanced scientific methods such as strontium isotope analysis, XRF, and INAA to explore mobility, trade, and social change. Key themes include the role of Chaco-era great houses, ceramic production, and the construction of ritual landscapes across diverse cultural contexts. He has received no scientific awards explicitly mentioned in the text. Andrew Duff advises several graduate students, including Laura Brumbaugh, Kimberly Sheets, and Addisalem Melesse Sugamo. He has been involved in numerous collaborative research projects and has secured long-term research support for his work in Chaco Canyon and Ethiopia. He teaches graduate courses in archaeological theory, Southwest archaeology, ceramic analysis, and quantitative methods, as well as undergraduate introductions to anthropology. His research teams include collaborations with institutions in Ethiopia and interdisciplinary projects involving geochemical and isotopic analyses. His lab work involves ceramic and lithic analysis, and he is part of broader archaeological initiatives at WSU, including field schools and community-based research.
Haisen Zhao is a Professor at Shandong University (SDU), affiliated with the School of Computer Science and Technology and the Interdisciplinary Research Center. His research focuses on geometric processing and digital fabrication, including additive and subtractive manufacturing. He completed his PhD at SDU in 2018 under Baoquan Chen, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Washington (with Adriana Schulz) and IST Austria (with Bernd Bickel). He has authored over 20 top-tier publications in venues like ACM SIGGRAPH/Asia and IEEE TVCG, and holds multiple patents. Education: PhD in Computer Science (2018, SDU), Master’s (2014, SDU), and Bachelor’s (2011, SDU). Key awards include the CCF Doctoral Dissertation Award (2019) and Shandong Natural Science Award (2020). He leads a research group focused on advanced manufacturing techniques, advising PhD and Master’s students in areas like robotics, computer-aided design, and fabrication optimization. Teaching responsibilities include courses on computer graphics, human-computer interaction, and advanced topics for both undergraduates and graduates. His lab actively explores hybrid manufacturing strategies, inverse design methods, and robotic fabrication systems. Recent projects include neural accessibility learning for CNC machining and generative design for microstructure fabrication.
Kenneth Sandhage is a Professor of Materials Engineering at Purdue University's College of Engineering. He earned a B.S. in Metallurgical Engineering from Purdue University and a Ph.D. in Ceramics from MIT. His career includes roles as a Senior Scientist at Corning and American Superconductor Corp., faculty positions at Ohio State University and Georgia Institute of Technology (where he held the B. Mifflin Hood Professorship), and a Humboldt Fellowship at the Technical University of Hamburg-Harburg. Sandhage's research focuses on innovative materials processing techniques, including gas/solid reactions, liquid/solid transformations, and biomimetic conformal coatings. His work targets functional 3D materials for energy, environmental, medical, and aerospace applications. Key innovations include the patented DCP (Displacive Compensation of Porosity) and BASIC (Biological Assembly and Shape-preserving Inorganic Conversion) processes. His recent publications emphasize corrosion-resistant materials, high-temperature composites, biomedical surface engineering, and compact heat exchanger design. Research trends show a strong interdisciplinary focus on scalable manufacturing, materials durability, and bio-inspired solutions. Scientific Awards: Fellow, American Ceramic Society Humboldt Fellowship B. Mifflin Hood Professor, Georgia Tech Sandhage leads research in advanced materials synthesis with ongoing projects in molten salt containment, refractory alloys, and nanostructured biomedical implants. He collaborates with industry consortia like the Purdue Heat Treating Consortium.
Dr. Johan Nicolay is a University Lecturer in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Groningen, specializing in Archaeology of Northwestern Europe. He holds positions as a Researcher at the Terp Research Center and Senior Project Leader for archaeological excavations. His work focuses on terp archaeology, Roman and early medieval habitation history, and metal artifact analysis. Nicolay has led major projects such as the 'Terpenproject Steilkantonderzoek Friesland' and participated in excavations like the Oldehoofsterkerkhof in Leeuwarden. His research bridges environmental adaptation, settlement patterns, and material culture, with a particular emphasis on coastal regions of the northern Netherlands. He has published extensively on topics ranging from cult sites to regional settlement histories, contributing to interdisciplinary studies of early medieval societies. Nicolay's teaching includes courses on terp archaeology and historical settlement patterns, reflecting his commitment to both academic research and education. Education: Not explicitly detailed in provided texts. Research Interests: Terp archaeology, early medieval political networks, metal artifact circulation, coastal wetlands habitation, and material culture symbolism. Grants/Projects: Funded projects include the INTERREG project 'Land van ontdekkingen' and provincial grants for terp research in Friesland and Drenthe. Awards: None explicitly mentioned. Labs/Teams: Terp Research Center, Niedersächsische Institut für historische Küstenforschung (NIhK).
Professor Owen Addison is a Professor of Oral Rehabilitation at King's College London (KCL) and an Honorary NHS Consultant in Restorative Dentistry. He holds a dental degree from the University of Birmingham (2001) and a PhD in Biomaterials (2007). Previously, he was the ADA&C Endowed Chair in Oral Health Translational Research at the University of Alberta (2016–2019) and Professor of Applied Biomaterials at the University of Birmingham (2006–2016). His research focuses on biomaterials, implant science, and translational oral health, with interdisciplinary work spanning life sciences, engineering, and clinical dentistry. Research interests include biomaterials for dental implants, corrosion mechanisms in oral environments, synchrotron-based imaging techniques, and osseointegration. His lab has received funding from EPSRC, NIHR, and industry partners. Notable awards include the NIHR Clinician Scientist Fellowship (2011), IADR Innovation in Implant Sciences Award (2013), and IADR Distinguished Scientist Award – Young Investigator (2016). Recent projects include AI-driven dental diagnostics, aerosol mitigation in dentistry, and advanced biomaterials for periodontal regeneration. His work bridges clinical needs with cutting-edge materials science, aiming to improve patient outcomes in restorative dentistry and head/neck oncology rehabilitation.
Dr. Daniel H. Sandweiss is a Professor at the University of Maine , with appointments in Anthropology , Earth and Climate Sciences , and Global Policy . Holding a Ph.D. from Cornell University (1989) , he specializes in maritime adaptations and climate change impacts on ancient Latin American societies, particularly in Peru . His career spans fieldwork in Peru , Central America , and Cuba , focusing on El Niño prehistory and its global climatic implications. As founder of Andean Past (1987) and former editor of multiple journals, he has led significant academic organizations including the Society for American Archaeology (President-Elect since 2024). His Presidential Recognition Awards (SAA: 2008, 2012, 2019) and 2022 Distinguished Maine Professor title highlight his contributions. He directs Climate Change Institute research and curates at the Hudson Museum . His 2024 publications on El Niño archaeology and shell remains extend his work on coastal adaptations , monumental architecture , and mollusk analysis . Current projects include Holocene upwelling patterns , early maritime settlements , and beach ridge sequences linked to tectonic activity. 2024: U.S. National Academy of Sciences member 2022: Distinguished Maine Professor 2017: University of Maine Presidential Research Award 2016: Rip Rapp Archaeological Geology Award Dr. Sandweiss has served as Dean and Associate Provost for Graduate Studies (2005-2014) and directed the School of Policy and International Affairs . He currently co-chairs the Journal of Archaeology and Education advisory board and leads Phi Kappa Phi (President, 2024). His 1995 book on Túcume pyramids remains a landmark publication.
Dr. David Sanger serves as Professor of Anthropology and Quaternary Studies within the Department of Anthropology at the University of Maine, with his office located in 5773 S. Stevens Hall, Orono, ME. His professional contact includes telephone (207.581.1894) and fax (207.581.1823) services for academic correspondence. Professor Sanger's research centers on pre-European archaeology of Maine and the Maritime Provinces, with particular expertise in human adaptation to littoral environments and Holocene landscape transformations. His interdisciplinary approach integrates archaeological evidence with geological and environmental data to reconstruct ancient subsistence strategies and settlement patterns. Key specializations include Archaic period studies, geoarchaeological site analysis, and cultural responses to mid-Holocene climate changes across northeastern North America. Analysis of his 2001-2009 publication record reveals consistent focus on Maritime Peninsula archaeology, demonstrating expertise in swordfish foraging patterns, regional cultural variations during the Terminal Archaic period, and geoarchaeological investigations of quarry sites like Gilman Falls. His work frequently examines how Holocene environmental shifts influenced settlement distributions, technological adaptations, and resource exploitation strategies in Central Maine and adjacent Canadian provinces. No scientific awards, student advising records, research grants, or laboratory affiliations are documented in the provided materials.
