Objective This innovative interdisciplinary investigation of ancient Greek glass dating to between 1100BC and 300BC is designed to transform the knowledge base for the material so as to enhance in fundamental ways archaeological, art historical, socio-economic and technological interpretations. It will also simplify and prioritise the planning of appropriate conservation strategies for the glass. It will be the first such study to define the provenance of glass raw materials and glass within the region of Greece. A further research objective is to identify the locations where primary production of Greek glass occurred, clarifying the economic dynamics governing Hellenistic glass production and trade and enhancing the knowledge of the ancient Greek economy.The project will allow Dr. Oikonomou to work in a leading-edge interdisciplinary environment that will give him the best possible opportunity to move to other research and teaching institutions in Europe. He will be trained in a range of transferable skills including sample selection and preparation, in the use of innovative, advanced and state-of-the art chemical, isotopic and micro-structural scientific techniques and a range of interpretative interdisciplinary and statistical methods. The fellowship will allow him to enhance dramatically his knowledge base. The research project will provide a powerful contribution to the European Research Area and will generate other research that will contribute strongly to the study and conservation of European Heritage after the end of the fellowship. The interdisciplinary team that will train Dr. Oikonomou is formed from international experts in their fields, both in the University and industrial sectors. The support infrastructure at Nottingham University is geared to provide clear and groundbreaking opportunities for postdoctoral fellows. Outreach activities will make fundamental contributions including to secondary schools, the museum sector and a structured web page. Fields of science engineering and technologymaterials engineering Programme(s) FP7-PEOPLE - Specific programme "People" implementing the Seventh Framework Programme of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities (2007 to 2013) Topic(s) FP7-PEOPLE-2013-IEF - Marie-Curie Action: "Intra-European fellowships for career development" Call for proposal FP7-PEOPLE-2013-IEF See other projects for this call Funding Scheme MC-IEF - Intra-European Fellowships (IEF) Coordinator THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM EU contribution € 221 606,40 Address University Park NG7 2RD Nottingham United Kingdom See on map Region East Midlands (England) Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Nottingham Activity type Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Administrative Contact Paul Cartlege (Mr.) Links Contact the organisation Opens in new window Website Opens in new window Total cost No data
