Professor Dr. Ben Russell

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Ben Russell is a prominent archaeologist specializing in Roman studies, particularly focusing on Roman sculpture, building activities, craft practices, and urbanism in the context of the Roman Empire. His academic journey began with an MA in Classical Archaeology and Ancient History, followed by an MSt and a DPhil in Classical Archaeology from the University of Oxford. Dr. Russell's doctoral research culminated in 2009, contributing to the wider Oxford Roman Economy Project, which investigated the Roman stone trade. He has since engaged in several post-doctoral projects, including one funded by the Leverhulme Trust regarding the Roman sarcophagus trade. In 2013, he joined the University of Edinburgh’s Department of Archaeology, advancing from Senior Lecturer to Personal Chair by 2023. He has been recognized with the Philip Leverhulme Prize in Archaeology and has been actively involved with various academic journals. His research interests include Roman art and architecture, particularly the economic and social dynamics of Roman craftsmen, and he frequently oversees graduate students focusing on late antique archaeology.

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