Professor Dr. Costas Papadopoulos

Biography

Costas Papadopoulos is an Associate Professor in Digital Humanities and Culture Studies at Maastricht University. His research focuses on the development of 3D (re)constructions of virtual worlds to interpret societies of the past and employs computational imaging to analyze material culture. His work is particularly centered on 3D heritage visualization, leading projects such as PURE3D and OPER3D, which aim to establish national infrastructures for the publication and preservation of 3D scholarship. Costas has also contributed to the creation of digital educational resources, focusing on open educational resources and project-based learning within the context of maker culture and design thinking. He has held positions at various institutions, contributing significantly to the fields of Digital Humanities and Archaeology, having completed his PhD in Digital Archaeology at the University of Southampton, UK. Over the years, he has been involved in numerous research initiatives and has developed expertise in creating infrastructures for digital and educational resources, enhancing both research and learning experiences.

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