Ümit Güder

Dr. Ümit Güder is a Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials, specializing in the Department of Microstructure Physics and Alloy Design. His work focuses on archaeometallurgy, ancient metals production, and historical metallurgical techniques. He has conducted extensive studies on iron, steel, and brass metallurgy in Anatolia and the broader Old World, analyzing archaeological artifacts to reconstruct ancient production methods and technological advancements.

Key research areas include early iron production in the Iron Age, high carbon steel metallurgy in medieval Anatolia, and the role of cultural exchange in technological diffusion. His studies often combine material analysis (e.g., XRF, microstructure examination) with archaeological context to understand how materials were produced, used, and traded in antiquity.

Notable projects include investigations at sites like Kinet Höyük, Kubadabad, and Didyma, where he has uncovered evidence of advanced metallurgical practices such as crucible steel production and brass alloying. His findings shed light on the technological capabilities of ancient societies and their impact on cultural development.