جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jessica Hendyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Palaeoproteomics
• Zooarchaeology by Mass Spectrometry (ZooMS)
• Ancient Diets
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jessica Hendy is a Senior Lecturer in Palaeoproteomics at the University of York's Department of Archaeology. Specializing in ancient protein analysis, she explores culinary practices, diets, and disease in prehistoric societies, with a focus on biomolecular methodologies. University of York (2019–present) Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History (2016–2019) University of York (PhD, 2015) University of Auckland (BA, BSc, 2010) Her research integrates palaeoproteomics and ZooMS to investigate: Dietary biomarkers in archaeological contexts Origins of fermentation and dairying Protein preservation in dental calculus and ceramics Human-animal interactions through biomolecular data Recent publications highlight her work on: Beerstone proteomes for brewing history Multi-taxa dairy identification Viking Age organic artifacts Neolithic food globalization Diagenesis patterns in ancient proteins Salmon fishing and pottery adoption Her scientific awards include: Philip Leverhulme Prize (2019) General Anthropology Division Prize (2023) Max Planck Society Donors Award (2016) Humanities Research Centre Doctoral Fellowship (2015) As a supervisor, Jessica mentors PhD candidates like Charlotte Blacka (rapid proteomics), Eleanor Green (biomolecule substrates), and Jan Dekker (Mesolithic container technology). She co-supervises external students at Cambridge and British Columbia. She leads initiatives such as the BioArCh research group and directs postgraduate research (2021–2022). Currently on a 2023–2024 sabbatical , her work remains pivotal in biomolecular archaeology.

William Daviesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Palaeoanthropology
• Hunter-Gatherer Ecologies
• Neanderthal Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

William Davies is a Professor of Palaeoanthropology at the University of Southampton and currently serves as Director of Programmes for Archaeology. His research focuses on Neanderthal and early Homo sapiens behavior, mobility patterns, and ecological adaptations. He investigates how climatic frameworks influenced Paleolithic hunter-gatherer societies, particularly regarding resource inequality and technological innovation. Education Background: Career trajectory shows progression from research fellow (2001) to Lecturer (2006), Senior Lecturer (2013), and full Professor (2020). Key Projects: Led the DEPICT project (2013–2016) on Paleolithic ceramic technology and contributed to the RESET consortium (2008–2013) analyzing volcanic ash chronology. Research interests include modeling creativity and innovation in early humans, assessing Paleolithic resource acquisition inequalities, and exploring synthetic materials use. He actively supervises PhD students in archaeology, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches combining anthropology, ecology, and experimentation. Publications highlight studies on Upper Paleolithic transitions, climatic impacts on human dispersal, and Paleolithic ceramic technology. He received a Public Engagement Prize in 2017 for outreach efforts. Grants & Awards: Leverhulme Trust (DEPICT), British Academy (PALAEOARTEAST Project). Labs/Teams: Centre for the Archaeology of Human Origins (CAHO), collaborating with institutions globally.

Philip Nakashimaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Transmission Electron Microscopy
• Quantitative Convergent-Beam Electron Diffraction
• Electron Crystallography
• +۱۵ مورد دیگر

Philip Nakashima is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science & Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering at Monash University. He is an active researcher with a PhD in Physics from the University of Western Australia (2002) and has over 25 years of experience in advanced transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and quantitative convergent-beam electron diffraction (QCBED). He is currently accepting PhD students and is involved in cutting-edge research in materials characterization and quantum information technology. His research focuses on the development and application of advanced electron microscopy techniques to study the structure, bonding, and properties of materials such as metals, alloys, ceramics, and nanostructures. Key areas include quantitative CBED, electron crystallography, digital image restoration, noise quantification, and multi-parameter optimization. He has made seminal contributions to understanding chemical bonding in aluminum and has extensive experience in high-performance computing for materials analysis. His most recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating machine learning with materials design, particularly for magnesium alloys, while maintaining core expertise in electron diffraction and microscopy. He continues to publish in high-impact journals such as Science , Physical Review Letters , and Acta Materialia . Philip Nakashima has received several prestigious awards for his research excellence: John Sanders Medal (2012) : Awarded by the Australian Microscopy and Microanalysis Society for excellence in electron microscopy techniques. Barry Inglis Medal (2011) : Awarded by Australia’s National Measurement Institute for outstanding achievement in measurement research. The Cowley-Moodie Award (2006) : Recognizing research excellence in electron microscopy in the physical sciences. He has been a visiting researcher at the ARC Future Fellowship (2012–2016) and is currently an Associate Investigator in the Quantum Information Technology project (2023–2027). He teaches advanced crystallography to undergraduate and postgraduate students and has been invited to lecture at international schools on electron and quantum crystallography. His research involves collaboration with leading scientists in Australia and internationally, and he leads work on advanced microscopy for materials engineering applications.

Colleen Zoriمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Archaeology
• Political Economy of Ancient Societies
• Andean Archaeology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Colleen Zori serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Baylor Interdisciplinary Core (BIC) at Baylor University, teaching Natural World I/II and World Cultures II/III. Her research investigates political-economic transformations in ancient societies through archaeological analysis of material culture, with dual fieldwork foci in the Andes and medieval Italy. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of California, Los Angeles (2011) M.A. in Anthropology, University of California, Los Angeles (2004) B.A. in Human Biology, Stanford University (2000) Dr. Zori's research centers on archaeological political economy , examining how shifts in political organization intersect with technological innovation, craft specialization, and exchange networks. Her Andean work analyzes Inka imperial strategies through metallurgical studies and ceramic analysis in Peru/Chile, while her Italian research investigates medieval political dynamics via ceramic production and glass trade at San Giuliano. Key specialties include: Andean metallurgical technology and ritual significance Imperial incorporation effects on local economies Funerary archaeology as political expression Interregional trade network reconstruction Material culture analysis of social change Her 2017-2023 publications reveal consistent methodological rigor across geographic contexts, with increasing integration of scientific techniques (ancient DNA, chemical analysis) while maintaining anthropological frameworks. Andean studies dominate early work, with Italian projects gaining prominence after 2018, reflecting strategic comparative development. As co-director of the San Giuliano Archaeological Research Project, Dr. Zori leads undergraduate fieldwork at a medieval castle complex, providing primary research experience in excavation methodology and material analysis. This Baylor study abroad program serves as both research platform and pedagogical innovation. The San Giuliano project operates as an international collaborative effort involving Baylor undergraduates, Italian scholars, and specialists in ceramic/glass analysis, focusing on long-term cultural transitions from Etruscan urbanism through medieval fortification systems.

• Southeast Asian Archaeology
• Ceramics
• Cultural Heritage
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Yukitsugu Tabata is a Professor at the Faculty of Letters, Arts and Sciences, Waseda University, specializing in Southeast Asian archaeology, ceramics, and cultural heritage. With a Ph.D. in Area Studies from Sophia University (2004), his career spans roles from Postdoctoral Fellow to current leadership in archaeological projects across Cambodia and Southeast Asia. Education: Ph.D. (2004, Sophia University), M.A. (1999, International Christian University), B.A. (1995, International Christian University) Professional Memberships: Japan Society for Southeast Asian Archaeology, Japanese Archaeological Association, Indo-Pacific Prehistory Association, Japan Society of Oriental Ceramic Studies Research Interests: Focus on Angkorian Khmer ceramics, socio-religious transformations in premodern Cambodia, technological evolution of stoneware production, and cross-regional trade networks. His work integrates excavation data, material analysis, and 3D documentation techniques. Publications: Over 15 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters tracing ceramic production in Angkorian and post-Angkor periods, with a focus on kiln technology, trade dynamics, and cultural heritage preservation. Key contributions include studies on resource management strategies and techno-morphological approaches to stoneware. Scientific Awards: Association for Southeast Asian Archaeology Encouragement Award (2011.11) Order of Sahametray (2011.10) Grants & Projects: Recipient of multiple Japan Society for the Promotion of Science grants for studies on Angkorian architectural systems, ceramic trade networks, and cross-regional exchange between Cambodia and Japan. Leads fieldwork at critical sites like Veal Svay and Banteay Kdei temples.

Dries Daemsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Archaeology
• Digital Humanities
• Computational Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dries Daems serves as Assistant Professor in Spatial Digital Humanities at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities within the Art and Culture, History, Antiquity department, while also holding a Visiting Professor position at Helsinki University. His archaeological expertise spans the Iron Age to Hellenistic Mediterranean with methodological specialization in computational approaches. His research integrates digital humanities with classical archaeology, focusing on social complexity through agent-based modeling, network science, and spatial analysis of material culture. Key interests include urbanism dynamics, artisanal production networks, and human-environment interactions, particularly through pottery studies and socio-ecological simulations. This interdisciplinary approach bridges traditional archaeological methods with advanced computational techniques. Recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward methodological innovation in archaeological science, with emphasis on quantifying connectivity through ceramic networks, validating archaeological datasets via simulation frameworks, and developing open computational platforms for modeling past societies. These works consistently apply network theory and spatial analysis to Mediterranean material culture. SSH Open Competition XS Grant (2025) Daems leads significant research initiatives including the 3D-CERA-ML project for machine learning analysis of archaeological ceramics and the ModelPlaza platform for socio-ecological simulations. His collaborative projects involve international teams across Europe and Turkey, with funding supporting computational infrastructure development and methodological standardization in digital archaeology. Current courses include Mobility and Interaction in the Ancient Mediterranean and Digital Practice in Archaeology. As core faculty at VU Amsterdam's Network Institute, he contributes to interdisciplinary research infrastructure while organizing academic events like the CAA2025 workshop. His work emphasizes open science through platforms like ModelPlaza that provide shared simulation environments for archaeological research communities.

• African Diaspora
• Early African History
• Archaeology of Africa
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Aribidesi Usman is a Professor in the School of Social Transformation and African & African American Studies (AAAS) at Arizona State University (ASU). He is affiliated with the Institute for Social Science Research. His research focuses on pre-1900 African sociopolitical organization, migration patterns, and power dynamics in West Africa, with a particular emphasis on Yoruba communities. Usman holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology from ASU (1998). His expertise spans African Diaspora studies, early African history, and archaeology. Key research interests include precolonial iron metallurgy, Atlantic economic networks, and indigenous technologies. Usman has conducted extensive fieldwork in Nigeria, particularly in the Niger-Benue Confluence region, investigating urban development, ceramic production, and regional interaction patterns. Usman has received grants from the Wenner-Gren Foundation for projects like A Study of Regional Interaction and Ceramic Distribution in Northern Yorubaland (2002–2004). He teaches courses such as Peoples and Cultures of Africa and Precolonial Africa , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Active in academic service, he coordinates the Graduate Certificate in African Diaspora and serves on committees for curriculum development, promotions, and honors programs. His scholarship challenges Eurocentric narratives through indigenous methodologies, advocating for decolonial perspectives in archaeology. Presentations include discussions on gendered poverty, cultural resource management, and Yoruba frontier dynamics. Usman’s work bridges archaeology, history, and anthropology, contributing to global understandings of African heritage and agency.

Daniele MALFITANAمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Archaeological Research Methodologies
• Material Culture Studies
• Greek and Roman Archaeology
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Daniele Malfitana is a Full Professor of Archaeological Research Methodologies at the Department of Humanities, University of Catania. He also serves as Director of the School of Specialization in Archaeological Heritage and President of the Advanced School of the University of Catania. He has held leadership roles at the CNR Institute of Cultural Heritage Sciences (formerly IBAM), including Research Director and former Director from 2011 to 2019. His international academic engagements include Visiting Professor at the University of Oxford and Distinguished Lecturer at Stanford University’s Archaeology Center. His research focuses on material culture in the Hellenistic and Roman Mediterranean, with specializations in archaeology of production, consumption, and cognitive archaeology. He emphasizes interdisciplinary methodologies, integrating technology and digital tools into heritage studies. His work spans major excavations in Sicily—such as the Aci Valley, Portopalo-Vendicari fish-processing sites, and the Roman Villa of Realmonte—and innovative projects like Smart Cultural Heritage and the PNRR-funded CHANGES initiative. The 15 most recent publications and research projects reflect a strong trend in cultural heritage innovation , digital archaeology , material culture networks , and sustainable preservation . These works span subfields including Roman trade, ceramic analysis, smart cities, GIS applications, public engagement, and interdisciplinary teaching. The keywords consistently highlight archaeology, technology, sustainability, and Mediterranean connectivity. International Guido Dorso Award (2013) – Research Section International Sabatino Moscati Award (2023) – for strategic heritage management, dissemination, and integration of science and art Co-director of HEROM. Journal of Hellenistic and Roman Material Culture (Class A journal) Member of the German Archaeological Institute – Rome (since 2016) President of the Technical Scientific Committee for Archaeology at MiC (since 2019) Member of the Regional Council for Cultural Heritage of Sicily (since 2024) Malfitana mentors students in thesis topics related to coastal settlements, urban archaeology (OpenCiTy, Technic), and artifact analysis. He leads national and international research teams, including the PRIN SHERDs project and the Archeofish Lab with the University of Cadiz. He has coordinated major scientific initiatives funded by MIUR, PON, and PNRR, and has served on doctoral committees for universities in Catania, Palermo, Messina, and Bari. He directs multiple archaeological field projects in collaboration with Italian cultural authorities and international institutions. His lab and team activities emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, smart heritage technologies, and knowledge transfer between academia, policy, and the public.

• Petrology
• Volcanology
• Mantle Geochemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniele Brunelli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Geological Sciences at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (Italy). His research bridges petrology, volcanology, and geochemistry, focusing on mantle dynamics, magmatic processes, and tectonic-volcanic interactions at mid-ocean ridges and transform faults. He also contributes to interdisciplinary archaeometric studies, particularly in Mediterranean prehistoric and protohistoric ceramic analysis. Research Interests : Mantle heterogeneity, volcanology, serpentinization, geodynamic modeling, and archaeometry. Recent Publications : Investigate CO2 degassing in mantle rocks, hydrous fluid migration in ultra-slow ridges, and lithospheric heat production using gamma spectrometry. Teaching : Courses in Petrology and Volcanology for Geosciences, and Petrography for Natural Sciences, emphasizing microscopy and geochemical analysis. Collaborations : Active in international ocean drilling projects and field studies at the St. Paul Transform System and Romanche Fracture Zone.

Jessica Nowlinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mediterranean Archaeology
• Digital Humanities
• Critical Historiography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jessica Nowlin is an Assistant Professor in Classics at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), College of Liberal and Fine Arts. Her research integrates Mediterranean archaeology, digital humanities, and critical historiography. Specializes in western Mediterranean archaeology (1st millennium BCE) Focuses on digital recording/preservation methods Examines colonialism and globalization in antiquity Co-directs the Sinis Archaeological Project in Sardinia Principal Investigator for Bexar County Historical GIS Project Her academic journey includes a PhD in Archaeology from Brown University (2016) and BA degrees in Classics and Archaeology from UT Austin (2007). She has conducted fieldwork across Italy, Crimea, and Belize. Research trends include: Analysis of Etruscan-Oriental connections GIS applications for archaeological survey Critique of colonial frameworks in historiography Iron Age settlement transformations Material culture exchange networks Funerary practice interpretations Key scientific awards: 2020 President’s Distinguished Achievement Award in Teaching Excellence 2018 Texas Historical Commission Award of Excellence 2013-2015 Rome Prize from American Academy in Rome Her grant portfolio includes over $200,000 in funding for projects like the Bexar County Historical GIS Phase III and Sinis Archaeological Project. She actively contributes to digital history initiatives and public-facing scholarship.

• Coastal Zone Management
• Aquaculture
• Benthic Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mats Lindegarth is a Professor at the Department of Marine Sciences, University of Gothenburg, and serves as scientific coordinator at the Swedish Institute for the Marine Environment. Based at the Tjärnö Marine Laboratory, his work focuses on coastal ecology and environmental assessment. Role: Professor & Scientific Coordinator Location: Tjärnö Marine Laboratory (Strömstad, Sweden) Collaborations: Works with Swedish Institute for the Marine Environment and international researchers Research Interests: Coastal zone management Aquaculture sustainability Benthic ecology Statistical and GIS-based ecological modelling Marine biodiversity mapping (PREHAB project) Environmental indicator development Scientific Contributions: Mats has published extensively on bivalve ecology, aquaculture impacts, and marine monitoring methods. His work includes species distribution models for oyster conservation, nutrient flux studies in mussel farms, and uncertainty analysis for ecological indicators. Current research focuses on policy-driven marine environmental assessment, particularly through the PREHAB and WATERS programs.

• Statistics
• Epidemiology
• Genetics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maria De Iorio is a Professor at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and holds a joint appointment at the Faculty of Science , both at the National University of Singapore. Her work bridges statistics, epidemiology, and clinical sciences through advanced Bayesian modeling and computational methods. Key research areas: Statistics, Epidemiology, Genetics, Clinical sciences, Medical biochemistry Primary affiliations: Paediatrics department (YLLSoM) and interdisciplinary projects in Science faculty Recent publications focus on extreme value theory, digital numismatics, metabolomic simulations, and maternal-child health Her statistical innovations include: Repulsive mixture models for interpretable clustering Bayesian semi-parametric approaches for longitudinal studies Novel prior distributions for graphical models Application domains span: Pediatric oncology (ALL treatment response modeling) Metabolic syndrome analysis (obesity, diabetes, bone health) Digital humanities (coin distribution patterns, ceramic artifact analysis) Financial forecasting (discrete survival methods for invoice prediction)

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Thermoelectrics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yolita Eggeler is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), leading the LEM (Laboratory for Experimental Materials) research group. Her work focuses on advanced materials science, nanotechnology, and additive manufacturing, with a particular emphasis on laser-based fabrication techniques, thermoelectric materials, and micro/nanostructural characterization. She is affiliated with the KIT Physics Department and collaborates on projects involving energy harvesting, semiconductor devices, and high-temperature alloy behavior. Research interests include: Laser microprinting of semiconductors and metals Thermoelectric generator design and optimization Nanoparticle synthesis and applications High-temperature material degradation and creep mechanisms Recent publications highlight innovations in photothermal laser printing of crystalline materials, novel thermoelectric modules, and core-shell nanocrystal engineering. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with applied technologies like flexible electronics and energy conversion systems. Key collaborations involve advanced TEM analysis for microstructural studies and correlative microscopy techniques. She is actively developing new methodologies for in-situ pyrolysis of 3D-printed materials and exploring AI-driven materials discovery through concept graph analysis. Laboratory facilities include state-of-the-art laser printing systems, electron microscopy setups, and thermal characterization equipment. Her team focuses on translating lab-scale innovations into scalable manufacturing processes for next-generation electronic and energy systems.

S. Ismat Shahمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Nanomaterials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor S. Ismat Shah is a full-time academic at the University of Delaware with joint appointments in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (College of Engineering) and Department of Physics & Astronomy (College of Arts & Sciences). He also serves as Director of the Energy and Environment Policy Program (ENEP) within the Joseph Biden Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration. PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (1986) Former Senior Scientist at DuPont Corporate R&D (12 years) University of Delaware faculty since 1999 Professor Shah's research spans materials science, nanotechnology, and energy policy , focusing on: Nanomaterials for Energy, Environment, and Water Photocatalysis and Solar Cells (P3HT/PCBM, CdS heterojunctions) Multiferroic and Magnetic Nanomaterials Energy and Environmental Policy Ethics His publication record includes over 250 peer-reviewed articles with an h-index of 52 , emphasizing: Transition metal-doped oxides Graphene engineering via laser irradiation Multiferroic ceramic analysis Photocatalytic water treatment materials Dielectric and magnetic coupling phenomena Optimization of nanostructured solar cells Scientific recognition includes: Excellence in Teaching Award (2007, 2011) Mentor Award , Society of Vacuum Coaters (2012) Fulbright Fellowship (2011) Sheth International Alumni Award (2013) TUBITAK Visiting Scholar (2012) He leads research bridging engineering and policy through: Renewable energy systems (particularly distributed off-grid power) Greenhouse gas mitigation technologies Energy ethics and diversity in science His laboratory work centers on: XPS/UPS surface characterization Patents : 6 in materials for energy applications Advanced thin film deposition techniques Structural analysis of nanostructured ceramics

• Ionia ceramics and painting art
• Pisidia Archaeology
• Archaeology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Bilge HÜRMÜZLÜ KORTHOLT is a Professor of Archaeology at Süleyman Demirel University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, currently serving as Dean (2024-2027) and Chair of the Archaeology Department. He holds a PhD from Ege University (2003) and has been a faculty member since 1998. His academic career includes roles as Department Chair, Director of Research Applications Centers, and Dean of the Faculty. He is a Humboldt Foundation alumnus (2008-2010) and member of the German Archaeological Institute (DAI) and Turkish Institute of Ancient Civilizations. Research focuses on Ionian ceramics, Pisidian archaeology, and funerary practices in Anatolia. Over 150 publications include studies on Seleukeia Sidera, Klazomenai necropolis, and Pisidian urbanism. Key projects involve archaeological surveys in Isparta region and excavations at Seleukeia Sidera. Awards include H-index 10 and 363 citations. Administrative roles include coordinating international relations and community engagement at the university. Recent work emphasizes Roman burial customs, Pisidian settlement patterns, and interdisciplinary approaches combining epigraphic, historical, and archaeological data. Active in publishing archaeological methodologies and cultural heritage preservation, with contributions to international journals like Colloquium Anatolicum and Jahrbuch des Deutschen Archäologischen Instituts .