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Hans Beckمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History and culture of ancient Greece
• Historical geography of Greece
• Historical environmental studies of ancient Greece
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Hans Beck serves as Professor of Greek History at the University of Münster (Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität) since 2018, with an additional appointment as Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Arts at McGill University. His academic career includes previous positions as Professor of Ancient History and Director of Classical Studies at McGill University (2005-2018), Heisenberg Fellow at Goethe-Universität Frankfurt (2004-2005), and Research Assistant at the University of Cologne (1997-2004). Beck earned his academic training through doctoral studies at the Universities of Erlangen, Canterbury, and Cambridge (1989-1996), followed by a fellowship at the Center for Hellenic Studies in Washington, DC (2001-2002). His educational background reflects a strong international foundation in classical studies. His research spans multiple interconnected fields within ancient history, with particular emphasis on the history and culture of ancient Greece, historical geography of Greece, environmental studies of the ancient Greek world, political culture of the Roman Republic, and ancient historiography. Beck's work consistently explores themes of localism, federalism, and political structures across ancient societies, with notable contributions to understanding Greek city-states, regional identities, and comparative political systems. His approach often bridges geographical, historical, and cultural perspectives to examine how ancient communities organized themselves politically and maintained regional identities within larger frameworks. Analyzing his recent publications reveals a sustained focus on local political structures within broader contexts, particularly examining how Greek city-states maintained autonomy while participating in federal leagues. His work increasingly incorporates comparative approaches, connecting Greek political structures with those of Rome and even ancient China, reflecting his editorial work on cross-cultural studies. Beck demonstrates particular expertise in analyzing how physical landscapes shaped political organization and how religious practices reinforced regional identities. Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (2018) Anneliese Maier Research Award from Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (2014) Heisenberg Fellowship from Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (2004) Doctoral scholarship from German Academic Exchange Service (1995) Doctoral scholarship from Hanns Seidel Foundation (1994) Beck has supervised numerous doctoral students including Jordan Christopher (2022), Chandra Giroux (2021), Wentian Fu (2020), Rebecca Robinson (2017), Alex McAuley (2015), and François Gauthier (2015), covering diverse topics from ancient Qin and Macedon to cult practices in ancient empires. His academic leadership extends to directing research projects B3-49 'Belonging in/to Lakonia' and B3-40 'Localism and Religion in Ancient Greece' within the Excellence Cluster focusing on 'Religious Diversity and Legal-Political Unity.' As head of the project 'Belonging in/to Lakonia' and 'Localism and Religion in Ancient Greece,' Beck leads interdisciplinary research teams examining archaeological and historical evidence from the Sanctuary of Apollo at Amyklai and its surroundings. His work integrates textual analysis with material culture studies, creating comprehensive approaches to understanding ancient regional identities and religious practices. Beck's leadership in these projects demonstrates his commitment to bridging traditional disciplinary boundaries in classical studies.

• History of Ancient Religions
• Roman Provincial Coinage
• Hellenistic and Roman Egypt
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Laurent Bricault is a Professor of Roman History at the University of Toulouse Jean Jaurès, affiliated with the ERASMUS research team (Reception of Antiquity: Sources, Memory, Issues) under the Heritage, Literature, History (PLH) unit. His academic career spans institutions like the University of Poitiers (Master's 1986), Sorbonne (Doctorate 1994, HDR 2006), and Toulouse (since 2008). He specializes in the history of ancient religions, particularly Egyptian cults in the Roman world, provincial coinage, and Lagid/Roman Egypt. University of Poitiers - Master's in Ancient History (1986) Sorbonne - Doctorate in Egyptology (1994) Sorbonne - Habilitation to Direct Research (2006) Bricault's research explores the diffusion of Isiac cults, religious syncretism, and numismatic evidence for ancient beliefs. His recent publications focus on Mithraic studies, Egyptian deities in the Mediterranean, and domestic religious practices. He organizes international conferences and edits the Bibliotheca Isiaca series, contributing to the understanding of polytheistic traditions. Bricault co-edits the Supplements to the Bibliotheca Isiaca and collaborates on the Roman Provincial Coinage project. He curated the international exhibition Rome and the Mystery of Mithra (2021-2023) and maintains the RICIS online database for Isiac cult inscriptions. His work bridges epigraphy, numismatics, and cultural history to analyze religious networks across the Roman Empire.

Rahim Shayeganمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ancient Iranian History
• Iranian Philology
• Cultural Exchange Studies
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M. Rahim Shayegan is a prominent scholar in Iranian and Near Eastern studies, specializing in Old and Middle Iranian philology, Achaemenid-Sasanian history, and Greco-Roman-Iranian cultural interactions. He holds a PhD from Harvard University and has conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Göttingen and Sorbonne. His work bridges philology, epigraphy, and historical analysis to explore ancient political ideologies, religious traditions, and cross-cultural exchanges. Education: PhD, Iranian Philology & Ancient History, Harvard University MA, Iranian Philology, Sorbonne University BA, Philosophy & Comparative Philology, University of Cologne Research Interests: Iranian epigraphy and royal inscriptions Political dynamics of pre-Islamic Iranian empires Greco-Roman and Iranian cultural dialogues Zoroastrianism and ancient Near Eastern religions His publications include seminal works like Arsacids and Sasanians: Political Ideology in Post-Hellenistic Persia (2011) and Cyrus the Great: Life and Lore (2019). He has held prestigious fellowships at the Guggenheim Foundation and is a member of the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Awards: Ehsan Yarshater Book Award (2012) Academia Europaea Membership (2019–) Courses Taught: Achaemenid Civilization Sasanian History Old Persian Cuneiform Zoroastrianism and Ancient Religions

François de Callatayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Black Sea Studies
• Classical Antiquity
• Gender Studies
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François de Callatay is a distinguished Professor at the Université Libre de Bruxelles (since 2008) and former Professor at the École pratique des hautes études (Paris/Sorbonne, 1998-2022). He holds leadership roles including Vice-President of the International Numismatic Council (since 2022) and was President of the Collège Belgique (2016-2018). His research focuses on ancient numismatics, the ancient Mediterranean economy, and the reception of classical antiquity in modern pop culture. Education & Positions - Professor, Université Libre de Bruxelles (2008–present) - Professor, École pratique des hautes études (Paris/Sorbonne, 1998–2022) - Former Head of Heritage Collections, Royal Library of Belgium (1996–2011) - Chief Curator of the Coin Cabinet, Royal Library of Belgium (1994–2006) Research Interests Explores Black Sea studies, gender dynamics in antiquity, and the economic role of coinage in the ancient Mediterranean. Notable work includes analyzing Cleopatra's cultural legacy and Mithridatic Wars through numismatic evidence. Awards & Recognition - 2007 Francqui Award (Belgium's highest scientific honor) - Archer Huntington Medal (2008) - Elected to multiple national and international academies (since 1990) - Honorary Doctorate from Sofia University (2022) Publications Focuses on numismatic analysis of ancient political and economic systems, including works on the Seleucid/Ptolemaic empires and Cleopatra's cultural symbolism.

Simon Swainمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classics
• Greco-Roman Antiquity
• Islamic Middle Ages
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Simon Swain is Professor of Classics and Greco-Arabic at the University of Warwick, concurrently serving as Vice-President (Engagement) at the university and Vice-President (Research and Higher Education Policy) at the British Academy. His leadership roles include former positions as Pro-Vice-Chancellor (International), Chair of the Faculty of Arts, and multiple terms as Head of the Department of Classics. His educational background includes: MA, Oxford (Pembroke College), 1980-1984 D.Phil., Oxford (Wolfson College), 1987 Swain's research centers on the reception of Greek thought in the Islamic Middle Ages and the social-cultural history of the Greek East during the Roman period. He investigates the transmission of ancient Greek science, medicine, and political thought into Islamic scholarship, employing interdisciplinary approaches that bridge Classics, History, and Islamic Studies. His work emphasizes textual transmission, cultural adaptation, and the socio-political contexts of knowledge transfer. Analysis of his publications reveals consistent engagement with Greco-Roman intellectual history and its Islamicate legacy. Key thematic trajectories include the evolution of medical knowledge from Galen to medieval Arabic texts, political theory in imperial contexts, and sociolinguistic dynamics of bilingualism. His editorial projects demonstrate increasing focus on cross-cultural transmission, particularly through critical editions of foundational texts like Ibn Abī Uṣaybiʿah's medical biographies. His honors include: Fellow of the British Academy (2015) Wellcome Trust Collaborative Investigator Award Swain supervises postgraduate research in Greek world studies, late antiquity, and Greco-Arabic scholarship. He has secured major funding from AHRC, Leverhulme, Wellcome, and EU bodies for collaborative projects examining ancient knowledge systems. Current initiatives like the "Streamlining Galen" project support early-career researchers while investigating how canonical medical texts were adapted for medieval Islamic pedagogy. He actively leads research collectives including the "Streamlining Galen" project team, which analyzes condensed medical texts that facilitated the teaching of Galenic medicine in medieval Islamic institutions. His collaborative approach extends to mentoring networks that connect Warwick with international scholars across Classics and Islamic Studies disciplines.

Annetta Alexandridisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Roman sculpture
• Greek myth and iconography
• Archaeology and its media
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Annetta Alexandridis is an Associate Professor in the Department of History of Art and Visual Studies at Cornell University, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences and the Institute for European Studies. She earned her Ph.D. from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich, where her dissertation won the Munich University Association's Förderpreis and a German Archaeological Institute travel scholarship. Her research spans Roman sculpture, Greek mythological iconography, and intersections of gender/animal studies with archaeology. She examines how media like plaster casts and photographs shape archaeological knowledge, particularly through colonialist and Enlightenment discourses. Her current work investigates human-animal boundaries in antiquity and co-directs the Harvard-Cornell Sardis excavation funerary culture survey. Key publications include Destroy the Copy – Plaster Cast Collections in the 19th and 20th Centuries (2022) Mensch und Tier in der Antike (2008) Archäologie der Photographie (2004) Die Frauen des römischen Kaiserhauses (2004) Scientific honors include: 2015–16 Cornell Society for the Humanities Fellow 2005–06 Harvard Center for Hellenic Studies Junior Fellow 1997–98 German Archaeological Institute travel scholarship Munich University Association Förderpreis for dissertation She co-curates Cornell's plaster cast collection with Verity Platt, advises cross-departmental dissertations, and co-ordinates graduate exchange with Freiburg University. Her teaching integrates material analysis with theoretical approaches to antiquity.

Athanasios Mailisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Byzantine Archaeology
• Byzantine Architecture
• Medieval Urban Planning
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Athanasios Mailis serves as Assistant Professor of Byzantine Archaeology at the Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Crete. His scholarly work bridges archaeological fieldwork with theoretical analysis of cultural identity, focusing on religious architecture in the medieval Mediterranean. Dr. Mailis's educational background includes: Birth in Athens (1975) Graduation from University of Crete's Department of History and Archaeology (1998) Postgraduate studies at University of Crete Doctoral thesis at University of Göttingen (2005-2010) His research explores Byzantine architecture, medieval urban planning, iconography, and intercultural relations between Byzantium and Western Europe, with special emphasis on Crete during the Venetian period. Mailis examines how architectural elements like templon barriers evolved into iconostases, revealing how material culture expressed religious identity during cultural transitions. His work demonstrates how Orthodox communities used architectural features as 'material proof of cultural identity' during Venetian rule, showing both archaism and modernization in religious spaces. Dr. Mailis's publications reveal consistent methodological approaches combining archaeological evidence with art historical analysis. His research traces the evolution of religious spaces from the 11th to 16th centuries, documenting how physical transformations in church architecture reflected broader social and religious changes. He particularly focuses on transitional spaces like templon barriers, analyzing how their modification served as tangible expressions of religious identity during periods of political change. His scholarly recognition includes: Stanley J. Seeger Fellowship at Princeton University Wolfgang Fritz Volbach Fellowship at WissenschaftsCampus Mainz Dr. Mailis maintains a dual professional trajectory, having served in the Greek Archaeological Service from 2006 to 2022 while simultaneously pursuing academic work. During his tenure at the Archaeological Service, he conducted numerous excavations and restoration projects at Byzantine sites, working initially as an antiquities curator at the 24th Ephorate of Byzantine Antiquities in Lamia, and later as head of the Byzantine Monuments Department at the 28th Ephorate in Chania. Concurrently, he taught Byzantine Archaeology at the University of Crete during multiple academic years. His research connects with multiple international teams, particularly through his affiliation with the Leibniz-Zentrum für Archäologie in Mainz as an Associate Member. This position facilitates collaboration between Greek archaeological work and broader European research networks focused on early medieval and Byzantine archaeology. His fieldwork in Crete has involved close cooperation with local Ephorates of Antiquities, creating productive bridges between academic research and cultural heritage management.

Boris Chrubasikمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ancient History
• Greek History
• Hellenistic Period
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Boris Chrubasik serves as Associate Professor of Greek History and Classics and Chair of the Department of Historical Studies at the University of Toronto. His academic leadership extends to his role as co-editor of Phoenix , the Journal of the Classical Association of Canada, demonstrating his significant contribution to the field of classical studies. Dr. Chrubasik's research expertise centers on the political, cultural, and social history of the Eastern Mediterranean from the Achaemenid to the late Hellenistic periods. His work particularly examines social power dynamics, including concepts of kingship in the Seleukid empire—the largest successor state following Alexander the Great's death—and the complex relationships between local power-holders and larger imperial structures. He has pioneered research on cross-cultural exchange between Greek and non-Greek communities in southern Asia Minor and the Levant. Currently, he leads an international collaborative team working to conserve, edit, and publish a private archive of seal impressions from Hellenistic Maresha in Israel, representing cutting-edge interdisciplinary work in ancient history. His publication record reveals consistent scholarly output focused on Hellenistic political structures, with particular emphasis on the Seleukid Empire. The trend in his work shows increasing sophistication in analyzing power structures across imperial contexts, with recent publications examining the intersection of religious institutions, political authority, and cultural identity. His research demonstrates exceptional command of both textual and material evidence, bridging traditional historical analysis with archaeological approaches. At the University of Toronto, Dr. Chrubasik teaches undergraduate courses in Greek history spanning from the second millennium to the second century CE, including specialized offerings on Early Greece, Classical Greece, the Persian Empire, and the Hellenistic Period. He also engages with graduate students through the tri-campus graduate Department of Classics, offering advanced seminars on Greek epigraphy, Hellenistic Jewish history, and historical approaches to cities and imperialism. His commitment to student development is evident through his supervision of Independent Reading Courses and participation in the Research Opportunity Program, providing valuable research experience to undergraduate students.

Nathanael Andradeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Greek and Roman History
• Ancient Mediterranean
• Late Antiquity
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Nathanael Andrade is a Professor in the History Department at Binghamton University within the College of Arts and Sciences. Specializing in Greek and Roman history, with a focus on the Ancient Mediterranean and Late Antiquity, his work explores the Roman Near East, Hellenistic Syria, and cultural interactions in antiquity. Education: PhD in Greek and Roman History from the University of Michigan; BA from Wesleyan University Research Interests span the Roman and later Roman Near East, including topics like religious pluralism , urban economies , and gender dynamics in antiquity. His scholarship interrogates cultural identity, material culture, and the transmission of ideas across the Mediterranean and Indian Ocean networks. Recent Publications (2025–2009) address diverse themes: Pompey's impact on the Levant, economic circularity in Palmyra, enslaved women and children in Roman legal documents, and the interplay of Greek and Syrian identities. These works situate him at the intersection of military history , social archaeology , and comparative religion . Academic Network includes co-authorship with Rubina Raja on Palmyrene economy, editorial contributions to volumes on the Roman Near East, and affiliations with institutions like the University of Michigan and Wesleyan University.

Katherine Blouinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Archaeology
• Socioeconomic History
• Environmental History
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Katherine Blouin is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, cross-appointed in the Department of Historical and Cultural Studies (UTSC) and Classics (UTSG). She holds affiliations with the graduate departments of History and Religion, the Archaeology Center, and the Center for Jewish Studies. Her work bridges Classics, Papyrology, and Egyptology. Fields : Archaeology, Environmental History, Postcolonial Theory, Roman Egypt Education : PhDs in Roman History from Université Laval (Québec) and Université de Nice Sophia Antipolis (France), Postdoctoral Diploma in Greek Papyrology from École Pratique des Hautes Études Blouin investigates the socio-economic and environmental history of the Roman Empire, with a focus on Egypt. She critiques the colonial and Orientalist legacies in Antiquity-related fields, analyzing how imperialism shapes scholarly narratives of Alexandria and the Nile Delta. Her research connects ancient practices—like balaneutikon (bath taxation) and prosgénêmata (alluvial land management)—to modern issues of cultural identity and historiography. Her publications include the co-edited Routledge Handbook of Classics, Colonialism, and Postcolonial Theory (2025) and Triangular Landscapes: Environment, Society, and the State in the Nile Delta under Roman Rule (2014). She co-founded the Everyday Orientalism platform and led the 2017 Imperial Landscapes conference, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to ancient and modern colonial dynamics.

• Ancient History
• Numismatics
• Classical Archaeology
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Dr. Wolfgang Fischer-Bossert is a leading numismatic researcher affiliated with the Numismatics Department at an unspecified institution. His work focuses on ancient coinage, particularly in the Mediterranean region, with a specialization in electrum production, Sicilian coinage, and die-sharing practices in Greek mints. Primary fields: Ancient History, Numismatics, Classical Archaeology Key subfields: Electrum Coinage, Coin Iconography, Die Analysis, Trade Networks, Political Economy, Metallurgical Techniques His research spans from early electrum coinage (7th century BC) to Hellenistic monetary systems, with notable publications on Syracusan tetradrachms, Athenian decadrachms, and the economic implications of coin hoards and die-sharing. While no explicit awards are listed, his editorial contributions (e.g., Cista Mystica ) highlight his academic leadership. He has collaborated on projects analyzing Sicilian coins and Ptolemaic gold coinage, with a focus on cultural exchange and technological evolution.

Eduardo M. García-Molinaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ancient History
• Seleukid Empire
• Imperial Bureaucracy
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Eduardo M. García-Molina serves as Assistant Professor of Classics in the Department of Classics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's School of Literatures, Cultures & Linguistics. His research uniquely spans Seleukid imperial history and video game reception studies, examining how ancient states and cultures manifest in digital media like Total War and World of Warcraft . His academic journey includes: B.A. from University of South Florida M.A. from Florida State University Ph.D. from University of Chicago García-Molina's scholarship investigates imperial bureaucracy, archival practices, and political thought in the Seleukid Empire while pioneering analyses of antiquity's representation in video games. His dual focus reveals how documentary media shaped ancient governance and how modern games reinterpret historical systems through mechanics and epigraphy. This interdisciplinary approach bridges classical philology with digital humanities, emphasizing material culture's role in both ancient administration and contemporary game design. His publication pattern demonstrates growing influence across traditional classical journals and emerging game studies venues. The consistent engagement with Seleukid governance structures alongside video game analysis reflects a cohesive research vision exploring power dynamics across temporal contexts. Notable recognitions include: Hurst Summer Institute Fellowship in Legal History (2025) Lawrence Friedman/Stanford Law School Fellowship (2025) Humanities Research Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship (2024-2025) Franke Institute Doctoral Fellowship (2023-2024) Mellon Foundation Dissertation Award (2023-2024) As Faculty Affiliate in Game Studies and Design, García-Molina develops innovative courses like The Ancient World in Video Games while mentoring students through his monograph project on Seleukid information technologies. His current work examines how sealing practices and archival storage shaped subjects' experience of empire, with future research likely expanding into digital preservation of ancient knowledge systems.

• Hellenistic History
• Roman Greek History
• Epigraphy
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Dr. Christopher De Lisle is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University. He specializes in Hellenistic and Roman Greek history, with expertise in epigraphy and numismatics. His research focuses on Athenian inscriptions, Roman Athens, and ancient Sicily. He is the chief editor of Attic Inscriptions Online , a key resource for translated and analyzed Athenian texts. His 2021 monograph, Agathokles of Syracuse , examines the transition from tyranny to Hellenistic kingship. Recent work includes analyses of the ephebate system in Roman Athens and contributions to understanding Athenian coinage and political dynamics. De Lisle holds a DPhil from the University of Oxford, followed by postdoctoral research at University College Oxford before joining Durham in 2021. Education: Victoria University of Wellington (Undergraduate) University of Oxford (DPhil, 2017) Research Interests: Dr. De Lisle’s work centers on epigraphic and numismatic evidence to explore political, social, and cultural history. Key areas include Athenian epigraphy from Hellenistic to Roman periods, numismatic evidence for political transitions, and the role of institutions like the ephebate in shaping civic identity. Publications: His recent scholarship spans book chapters, journal articles, and reviews, reflecting deep engagement with Athenian and Sicilian history. Notable works include analyses of inscriptions from Delphi, Roman Athens’ civic structures, and Seleucid coinage. Awards: None explicitly mentioned in the text. Advising/Grants: Supervises Pietro Cannatella as a Teaching Assistant. No specific grants detailed in provided text. Labs/Teams: Leads the Attic Inscriptions Online project, collaborating with institutions like the University of Heidelberg to digitize and analyze Athenian inscriptions.

Sebastian Heathمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Roman Archaeology
• Digital Humanities
• Numismatics
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Sebastian Heath is a Clinical Associate Professor of Computational Humanities and Roman Archaeology at New York University's Institute for the Study of the Ancient World (ISAW). He holds additional roles including Director of Graduate Studies (AY2024-26), Chair of the PhD Admissions Committee, and editor of ISAW Papers. His expertise spans Roman archaeology, digital humanities, and numismatics, with a focus on computational methods applied to Mediterranean material culture. He earned an A.B. in Medieval Studies from Brown University and a Ph.D. in Classical Art and Archaeology from the University of Michigan. His research integrates fieldwork (e.g., excavations in Cyprus, France, Greece, and Italy) with digital initiatives like the Pompeii Artistic Landscape Project (funded by the Getty Foundation) and the Linked Ancient World Data Institute (LAWDI). Recent courses include 'Graph Databases and Network Analysis,' '3D and Virtual Reality for the Ancient World,' and 'Data Modeling and Querying.' He co-directs projects such as the digital publication Greek, Roman, and Byzantine Pottery at Ilion and serves as a Research Scientist, Life Fellow, and Trustee at the American Numismatic Society. Publications include DATAM: Digital Approaches to Teaching the Ancient Mediterranean (2020) and articles on Roman amphitheaters, numismatic data standards, and digital pedagogy. His work emphasizes open science practices and the application of computational tools to archaeological challenges.

• Ancient Topography
• Underwater Archaeology
• Coastal Archaeology
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Enrico Felici is an Associate Professor of Ancient Topography at the University of Catania, Department of Humanities, where he has been a faculty member since 2005. He teaches courses such as Topography and Technical Analysis of Ancient Monuments, Survey and Technical Analysis of Ancient Monuments, and Topography of the Ancient Territory: Emerged, Coastal, and Underwater, within the Degree Courses in Cultural Heritage and Archaeology. He is a leading figure in underwater and coastal archaeology, with extensive research on ancient ports, maritime engineering, and coastal installations. University: University of Catania School: Department of Humanities Department: Department of Humanities Academic Rank: Associate Professor Email: efelici@unict.it, enrico.felici1@tin.it, enricofelici@pec.it Felici holds a Laurea in Classical Letters from Sapienza University of Rome, with a thesis on the survey and technical analysis of ancient monuments, specifically the Neronian port of ancient Antium. His academic journey reflects a deep commitment to the study of ancient coastal landscapes and maritime infrastructure. His research interests lie at the intersection of archaeology, engineering, and topography, focusing on ancient harbor construction (especially using opus caementicium), coastal stone quarries, tuna fisheries, purple-dye production, maritime transport of stone, and the interpretation of ancient iconography related to maritime structures. He has pioneered methodological approaches in underwater archaeology and has contributed to the ethical and professional standards of the discipline. His recent publications reveal a sustained scholarly output in top-tier journals, with a thematic evolution from harbor engineering and construction techniques to broader questions of coastal topography, semantics in archaeology, and the cultural significance of maritime infrastructure. His work consistently integrates textual, archaeological, and iconographic evidence to reconstruct ancient maritime landscapes. Enrico Felici is actively engaged in the academic community, serving on doctoral committees at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice and the University of Catania, and on the scientific boards of prestigious journals such as L’archeologo subacqueo and Cronache di archeologia . He has authored four influential monographs and over 140 publications. Felici has supervised and mentored numerous students and researchers, and has led significant research projects, including the use of drone-based aerial photogrammetry for coastal surveying. He has also contributed to public outreach through interviews, documentaries, and academic conferences. He is a co-founder of the Italian Association of Underwater Archaeologists (A.I.A.Sub.) and has played a key role in establishing academic programs in underwater archaeology in Italy. His work on the revision of ancient maritime texts and the debunking of long-standing misconceptions (such as the double-hull obelisk ships) underscores his impact on the field.