I am a mineralogist/geochemist and archaeologist by training. I am currently working on the implementation of GlobaLID/TerraLID at the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum (Germany). I hold a PhD degree in archaeology of Ben Gurion University of the Negev (Beer Sheva, Israel) and the Sapienza (Rome, Italy) and a masters degree in Geosciences from the Goethe University (Frankfurt, Germany).
My research focusses on the development and application of new methods and concepts for the reconstruction of ancient copper metallurgy and its impact on past societies. I aim for a holistic approach with special emphasis on the combination of experimental and analytical techniques based on a sound understanding of the underlying physico-chemical processes. I am particularly passionate about exploring the potential of stable metal isotopes and to unleash the power of R and the FAIR principles to develop new tools for research.