Vilma Hastaoglou-Martinidis | Preservation Award | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Vilma Hastaoglou-Martinidis | Preservation Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Vilma Hastaoglou-Martinidis, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

🏛️ Prof. Vilma Hastaoglou-Martinidis, an esteemed figure in architecture, is Professor Emerita at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. With expertise spanning urban sociology, town-planning history, and urban design, she’s renowned for her research on heritage preservation in Greece and the Eastern Mediterranean. Notable projects include MODSCAPES, exploring modernist reinventions in rural landscapes, and documenting architectural heritage in Anatolia. Author of 20 books and presenter at numerous international conferences, her work delves into the transformation of urban forms in the region. A prolific scholar with over 130 publications, she’s a leading voice in understanding the cultural dynamics of Mediterranean cities.

 

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🎓 Education and Teaching

Prof. Vilma Hastaoglou-Martinidis, retired professor at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), Greece, boasts a rich academic background. With a degree in Architecture from AUTH, a town planning license from Université Paris VIII, and a diploma in urban sociology from École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales, her expertise is vast. Commencing her teaching journey in 1970, she specialized in urban sociology, town-planning history, and urban design until her retirement in 2012. Since 1998, she has been imparting knowledge in the Interdepartmental Postgraduate Program for Protection, Conservation, and Restoration of Cultural Monuments at AUTH.

🔍 Research Focus

Hastaoglou-Martinidis’s research is centered around planning history, urban modernization, and heritage preservation in Greece and Eastern Mediterranean cities. She delves into the transformation of urban forms in the region, exploring the impact of European architects, planners, and engineers during significant historical shifts. Her work emphasizes the multicultural essence of cities like Thessaloniki, Turkey, and Egypt, examining the urban imprint of diverse

 

Publication Top Notes

In Greece before CIAM. Emergence and innovation in the construction sites of rural colonization | In Grecia prima del CIAM. Emergenza e innovazione nei cantieri della colonizzazione rurale

French interests and Salonica’s port, 1872-1912: Entrepreneurial and architectural innovation

Urban change and the persistence of memory in modern Thessaloniki

The Cartography of Harbor Construction in Eastern Mediterranean Cities: Technical and Urban Modernization in the Late Nineteenth Century

Identikits of Smyrna/Izmir at turbulent times1 through surveys, plans, references and projects

 

 

Eleonora Pappalardo | Cultural Heritage Award | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Eleonora Pappalardo | Cultural Heritage Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Eleonora Pappalardo, Università di Catania, Italy

Assoc. Prof. Eleonora Pappalardo is a leading figure in Classical Archaeology, based at the University of Catania. With a focus on enhancing archaeological research, she pioneers multidisciplinary approaches to Cultural Heritage, fostering its socio-cultural significance. As coordinator of various missions and projects, she drives exploration in regions like Crete and Sicily, contributing to economic development and tourism. A renowned lecturer and museum expert, she’s collaborated with prestigious institutions worldwide. Passionate about linking the past with the present, her work inspires young minds to engage with history, forging cultural connections for the future. 🏛️🌍🔍

 

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Education

Dr. Eleonora Pappalardo’s academic journey is marked by a profound dedication to Classical Archaeology. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Turin, delving into Near Eastern imports in Crete during the 1st millennium BCE. Earlier, her studies at the same university explored ivories from Fort Shalmaneser and their Mediterranean connections. Her undergraduate degree, obtained at the University of Catania, focused on the Bronze works of the Idaean Cave within a broader historical context. 🏺📚 Her rigorous academic pursuits reflect her passion for unraveling the intricacies of ancient civilizations and their interconnectedness.

 

Teaching

Dr. Eleonora Pappalardo’s teaching portfolio encompasses a rich tapestry of Classical Archaeology and the exploration of Sicily and Magna Grecia. Her expertise extends to the School of Archaeology at the University of Catania, where she imparts knowledge on Classical Archaeology. As a member of the Teaching Board for the Educational Sciences Department’s Ph.D., she plays a pivotal role in shaping future scholars. Additionally, her presence on the Scientific Board of the School of Archaeology underscores her commitment to academic excellence and mentorship. 🏛️📚 Dr. Pappalardo’s dedication to education ensures the preservation and dissemination of cultural heritage for generations to come.

Research Focus

Dr. Eleonora Pappalardo’s research focus spans a wide array of topics within the realm of archaeology, with a particular emphasis on Classical Archaeology, heritage studies, and cultural heritage management. She explores diverse subjects ranging from red pigment identification techniques to the interpretation of ancient imagery and artifacts. Her work delves into the analysis of archaeological sites in Sicily and Crete, shedding light on the rich history and cultural heritage of the Mediterranean region. Dr. Pappalardo’s interdisciplinary approach and commitment to preserving and understanding the past make her a prominent figure in the field of archaeology. 🏺🔍