جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Almut Schülkeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Stone Age Archaeology
• Landscape Archaeology
• Coastal Archaeology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Almut Schülke is a Professor at the Department of Archaeology , University of Oslo, with a focus on Stone Age societies. She leads the Horizon Europe-MSCA Doctoral Network ArCHe (2024–2027), exploring coastal heritage dynamics. Education : PhD (2003, Kiel University), MA (1995, Eberhard-Karls University Tübingen) Research Interests : Her work bridges Landscape Archaeology , Coastal Archaeology , and Human-Environment Interaction , emphasizing ritual practices in Mesolithic/Neolithic Scandinavia. She investigates mobility patterns, mortuary traditions, and the role of social space in prehistoric societies. Publications (15 most recent) span coastal heritage, Mesolithic settlement reuse, megalithic monumentality, and lithic technology, with a focus on Scandinavia and the Eastern Baltic. Key themes include ritual innovation , hunter-gatherer mobility , and environmental adaptation . Scientific Awards : Charles-Christensens-legat (2010, Royal Nordic Society of Antiquaries) Elisabeth-Munksgaard Pris (2004, Nationalmuseet København) Supervision : Mentors HORIZON MSCA fellows and PhD candidates in projects like ArCHe and PrehCOAST . Collaborates with institutions across Scandinavia and Europe, including Gothenburg University and German Archaeological Institute. International Engagement : Serves on advisory committees (European Association of Archaeologists), participates in networks like PrehCOAST , and leads work packages in TECHTRANS (technology transfer in mineral resource processing).

• Bioarchaeology
• Osteology
• Paleodietary Analysis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Başak Boz is a Professor in the Department of Archaeology at Trakya University's Faculty of Letters, where she has served since February 24, 2023. Previously, she was an Associate Professor (2017-2023) and Assistant Professor (2009-2017) at the same institution. She earned her academic foundation with a Bachelor's degree in Paleoanthropology from Ankara University (1992), a Master's in Anthropology from Hacettepe University (1998), and a PhD in Anthropology from Hacettepe University (2006). Dr. Boz specializes in bioarchaeology with particular expertise in osteology, dental micro-abrasion analysis, and Neolithic burial practices. Her research primarily focuses on Anatolian archaeological sites including Çatalhöyük, Beycesultan, and Gökçeada/Uğurlu. She has developed significant methodological approaches combining FTIR, SEM-EDX, and calorimetry techniques to analyze burned human remains. Her work bridges biological anthropology with archaeological interpretation, particularly examining how human skeletal remains can reveal social behaviors and cultural practices of ancient societies. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on Neolithic and Chalcolithic Anatolia, with particular attention to burial customs, paleodietary reconstruction, and the analysis of commingled skeletal remains. She has increasingly incorporated feminist and queer theoretical perspectives into her bioarchaeological analyses, expanding the interpretive frameworks available for understanding ancient social structures through human remains. Dr. Boz actively contributes to the field through numerous research projects examining human skeletal remains from various Anatolian sites including Çatalhöyük, Beycesultan, Gökçeada/Uğurlu, and Ekşihöyük. Her work spans international collaborations and has resulted in publications in high-impact journals such as Antiquity, Journal of Archaeological Science Reports, and Documenta Praehistorica. She teaches a comprehensive range of courses including Bioarchaeology, Osteology I & II, Grave Archaeology I & II, Anthropology, Social Anthropology, and Human Evolution, demonstrating her broad expertise across both biological and cultural anthropology. Her teaching reflects her research interests, providing students with both theoretical knowledge and practical analytical skills in skeletal analysis.

• Roman Provincial Archaeology
• Epigraphy
• Iconography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Astrid Schmölzer is a Research Associate at Otto-Friedrich University of Bamberg, working on the DFG Urban Research Project Neuenstadt am Kocher. She holds a PhD in Archaeology from the University of Graz (2020) and has held research positions at Graz including the FWF project 'Celtic God Names on Roman Inscriptions.' Her roles include membership in the university's Academic Advisory Board and Convention of Academic Staff. Her research focuses on: Roman provincial archaeology, especially Germania Inferior Iconography and epigraphy of goddess cults (Matronae) Artificial cranial deformation in Migration Period graves Digital archaeology and material culture studies Her publications reflect interdisciplinary approaches combining archaeology with anthropology, digital humanities, and pedagogy. Recent works explore Roman religious iconography, settlement archaeology at Neuenstadt am Kocher, and digital epigraphic resources. She has contributed to significant projects including: DFG Urban Research Project Neuenstadt am Kocher FWF project 'Celtic God Names in Germania Inferior' Digital Edition of Celtic divine epithets Development of archaeological classification thesauri As board member of the Working Group on Theories in Archaeology (TidA), she supports methodological discourse in the discipline.

Enrico Ascaloneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Archaeology of the Ancient Near East
• Elamite glyptic art
• Bronze-Age metrology and weighing systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Enrico Ascalone is Associate Professor (habilitated 2014) in “Cultures of Ancient Near East” at the University of Göttingen , Seminar für Ur- und Frühgeschichte, and Director of the Italian multidisciplinary project at Shahr-i Sokhta , Iran. Previously he held research and teaching positions at Rome “Sapienza”, Naples “L’Orientale”, Copenhagen, Berlin ASET, Milan, Messina and Palermo, and co-directed Syrian–Italian excavations at Ebla and Tell Tuqan . Education & training 1997 – Laurea (110/110 cum laude), Humanities, Rome “Sapienza” 1999-2002 – PhD Archaeology, Naples “L’Orientale” 2003 – Post-graduate specialisation (70/70 cum laude), Rome “Sapienza” 2006-2008 – Post-doc, Istituto di Scienze Umane, Florence Research interests centre on the archaeology of Early–Middle Bronze Age Iran, Syria and Mesopotamia , with particular attention to Elamite glyptic art , ancient metrology and weighing systems , east–west Asian intercultural relations, and the rise of early states. He combines fieldwork (Shahr-i Sokhta since 2016, Qaleh Kuchek 2009-10, Ebla 1994-2007, Tell Tuqan 1993-2010, Jericho 1998-99) with laboratory study of seals, weights and administrative tools. His publication record (eight monographs, three edited volumes, ninety-five titles overall) explores cultural transmission between Elam, the Iranian plateau and Central Asia, socio-economic implications of standardised weights, and dynastic propaganda in glyptic art. Articles consistently integrate archaeological, iconographic and metrological data to model long-distance exchange and political ideology. Scientific awards & honours include repeated Italian national research grants (PRIN, FIRB, MAE, “Grandi Scavi”), ERC sub-project coordination (Copenhagen & Göttingen 2016-18), and entrusted publication of major corpora of seals and balance weights from the National Museum of Iran, Ebla, Jericho and Shahr-i Sokhta. Grants & team leadership : He currently directs the multidisciplinary Italian project at Shahr-i Sokhta (funded by Italian MAE, University of Salento, ICAR & RICHT) and has led EU “Ebla Chora”, ERC “Weightandvalue – Indus Valley & Central Asia”, and bilateral Iranian-Italian missions, coordinating teams of up to thirty specialists. Labs & networks : Field laboratories are maintained at Shahr-i Sokhta (ceramics, archaeobotany, GIS) and in Göttingen (digital epigraphy, 3-D scanning of seals); he is a founding member of the international “Weights in Context” research network and sits on scientific boards of ICYA and southeastern Iran archaeology conferences.

Valerie Andrushkoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioarchaeology
• Skeletal Biology
• Human Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Valerie Andrushko is a Professor of Anthropology at Southern Connecticut State University specializing in bioarchaeology through the analysis of ancient skeletal remains from Peru and North America. Her research focuses on human health patterns, warfare practices, and trophy-taking rituals across diverse cultural contexts. Key research areas include: Impacts of Inca imperial policies on population health and mobility in Cuzco Warfare and trophy-taking analysis in prehistoric California and Andean regions Cranial modification as cultural practice in pre-Columbian Peru Biocultural approaches to human resilience and adaptation Her publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining skeletal biology with isotopic analysis and archaeological context. Notable collaborations include work with researchers at the University of California, University of Wisconsin, and Peruvian institutions. Recent articles emphasize Inca health studies, Wari expansion impacts, and methodological advances in strontium isotope tracing. She maintains active fieldwork engagement across South and North America while contributing to theoretical debates in bioarchaeology.

Quinn M Biggsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Traumatic Stress
• Disaster and Terrorism Response
• Psychological Assessment using Emerging Technologies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Quinn M Biggs serves as a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) and works as a Research Psychologist at the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS), where he has been affiliated since August 2007. His educational credentials include: PhD in Clinical Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine from the University of North Texas MPH in Public Health (Behavior Track) from the University of North Texas Health Science Center BA in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin Dr. Biggs' research centers on psychological reactions to traumatic injury and death , intervention and recovery following traumatic experiences , and clinical responses to disaster and terrorism . He pioneers the application of emerging technologies for psychological assessment , including ecological momentary assessment (EMA) methodologies to track posttraumatic stress symptoms, suicidal ideation, and sleep patterns in military populations. His work with U.S. Army Mortuary Affairs Soldiers examines stress, resiliency, and post-deployment readjustment. He maintains active affiliation with the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress , contributing to both military and civilian trauma response research initiatives.

Moritz Kinzelمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Building Archaeology
• Neolithic Architecture
• Heritage Conservation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Moritz Kinzel serves as an External Researcher in the Department of Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Humanities. His research focuses on building archaeology and Neolithic architecture, with extensive fieldwork across the Middle East including significant projects at Göbekli Tepe (Turkey) and Shkarat Msaied (Jordan). PhD in Building Archaeology (Dr. Ing.), Technical University of Berlin (2011) M.Sc. in Heritage Conservation, Technical University of Berlin (2006) Diplom Ingenieur in Architecture, Beuth Hochschule für Technik (2001) Dr. Kinzel's primary research encompasses Building Archaeology, Neolithic Architecture, Heritage Conservation, and Digital Archaeology methodologies. His work integrates traditional architectural analysis with cutting-edge digital techniques including 3D scanning, photogrammetry, and AR/VR applications. He has developed innovative approaches to documenting ancient structures through his involvement with the ABACUS 2.0 photogrammetry system and has pioneered the use of graphic novels for archaeological outreach through the Prehistory Graphic Outreach Initiative. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on Neolithic architectural practices, particularly at Göbekli Tepe and Shkarat Msaied sites. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between architectural history, digital humanities, and heritage conservation, with increasing emphasis on digital documentation methods and public engagement strategies since 2019. Key thematic threads include architectural modification processes, monumentality studies, and the application of proteomics to ancient bone analysis. Dr. Kinzel actively contributes to major international projects including the HeAT (Heritage and Threat) initiative addressing heritage preservation in crisis situations across Syria, Northern Iraq, Poland, Romania, and Italy. His collaborative approach is evident through extensive international partnerships reflected in his research output spanning multiple countries and institutions. His outreach efforts include the Prehistory Graphic Outreach Initiative producing graphic novels based on Shkarat Msaied research, and the HeAT project developing practical manuals for heritage threat management. Dr. Kinzel maintains active participation in academic discourse through conference presentations, peer review activities, and media engagement to disseminate findings from his Middle Eastern archaeological projects.

Rodney D. Fitzsimonsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bronze Age and Iron Age Greece
• Architectural studies
• Energetics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Rodney D. Fitzsimons is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Trent University, where he has been teaching since 2004 (previously in the Department of Ancient History & Classics from 2004-2015). He holds a B.A. and M.A. from the University of Toronto and a Ph.D. in Classical Archaeology from the University of Cincinnati (2006). Before joining Trent, he taught at Miami University of Ohio and Iowa State University, and was a Jacob Hirsch Fellow at the American School of Classical Studies at Athens. Professor Fitzsimons is a prehistoric archaeologist specializing in the Bronze Age and Early Iron Age Aegean, with research focusing on monumental architecture, funerary practices, socio-political organization, cultural identity, and early state formation. His work examines how architecture relates to power structures and social organization in ancient Aegean societies. He has participated in numerous archaeological projects in Albania and Greece, including excavations at Kommos, Mallia, and Midea. His current research involves three major archaeological projects: as co-director of the Khavania Hinterland Archaeological Project (Crete), co-director of the Ayia Irini Northern Sector Archaeological Project (Kea), and site architect for the Azoria Project (Crete). These projects investigate urbanization, state formation, cultural exchange, and socio-political organization in the Bronze Age and Archaic Aegean. Professor Fitzsimons has received numerous research grants including from SSHRC, the Bagnani Trust, and the Institute for Aegean Prehistory. His publication record is robust, with recent articles examining architectural energetics, urbanization processes, and cultural identity in the Aegean Bronze Age and Archaic periods. His teaching at Trent includes courses on Aegean Bronze Age Archaeology, Archaeology of Ancient Athens, The Trojan War, and field schools in Greece. He has supervised multiple MA theses and serves as a reader for several graduate students working on topics related to Aegean archaeology and ancient Mediterranean studies.

• Mesoamerican Archaeology
• Maya Art and Iconography
• Preclassic Maya Settlement
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Jarosław Źrałka is an Associate Professor at the Department of New World Archaeology, Institute of Archaeology, Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland. He specializes in Mesoamerican archaeology and art, with a focus on pre-Columbian Maya civilization, including settlement patterns, iconography, and the Classic Maya collapse. His research includes directing the Nakum Archaeological Project in Guatemala since 2006 (with Wiesław Koszkul), where he has made significant discoveries about Maya urban development and ritual practices. His research interests encompass: Origins and collapse of Maya civilization Mesoamerican iconography and graffiti Colonial-era art conservation Paleodemography and settlement patterns Protoclassic period transitions He has received multiple prestigious awards including the Prime Minister's Award for his doctoral dissertation and research grants from National Geographic, National Science Centre Poland, and FAMSI. Since 2018, he leads a mural conservation project in Chajul, Guatemala. Dr. Źrałka holds leadership roles in academic organizations including Vice-Presidency of the European Association of Mayanists and editorship of Contributions in New World Archaeology .

• Bioarchaeology
• Osteoarchaeology
• Paleopathology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mary Lewis is Professor of Bioarchaeology at the University of Reading, where she has been a faculty member since 2004. Previously, she lectured at Bournemouth University. With a PhD in bioarchaeology from the University of Bradford (1999) and a Master's in Archaeology from the University of Oxford, Professor Lewis has established herself as a leading expert in the skeletal analysis of children and adolescents from historical contexts. Professor Lewis's research focuses on bioarchaeology, particularly the analysis of non-adult skeletal remains from Roman and Medieval Britain. Her work examines growth patterns, pubertal development, trauma, and health indicators in children and adolescents from historical populations. She has made significant contributions to methodological approaches for assessing pubertal stage in skeletal remains, particularly through the analysis of cervical vertebrae maturation, which has provided new insights into adolescent development in past societies. Professor Lewis has published extensively on topics related to childhood and adolescence in past populations. Her recent work has focused on pubertal timing in medieval populations, dental pathology as an indicator of diet and health in Roman Britain, and comparative studies of urban versus rural child health in historical contexts. Her research demonstrates how skeletal analysis can provide unique insights into the lived experiences of children in past societies and how major historical events like the Black Death impacted adolescent development. Ranked #54 worldwide in Archaeology according to Academic-Influence.com Ranked #878 in Anthropology worldwide Editorial roles with International Journal of Osteoarchaeology Editorial roles with International Journal of Paleopathology Editorial roles with American Journal of Biological Anthropology Professor Lewis has supervised numerous graduate students and has been instrumental in developing methodologies for analyzing adolescent skeletal development. Her work on the first osteological study of a body that had been hanged, drawn, and quartered represents a significant contribution to forensic bioarchaeology. She continues to be an active researcher with recent publications focusing on medieval menarche, dental caries in Roman Britain, and the lives of children in historical urban contexts. Professor Lewis leads research on non-adult skeletal analysis, with particular focus on methods for assessing pubertal development in skeletal remains. Her work bridges bioarchaeology, osteology, and historical studies, providing osteological evidence to complement historical records and deepen our understanding of childhood experiences in past societies.