Dr. Shawn Ross

Biography

Shawn Ross is a Professor in the Department of History and Archaeology at Macquarie University, where he leads strategic initiatives in digitally enabled research. His academic journey began with a BA from Whitman College followed by an MA and PhD from the University of Washington, focusing on the use of oral tradition to reconstruct social and cultural history in the Early Iron Age. His research interests span digital archaeology, pre-Classical Greek history, oral traditions, and the archaeological contexts of the Balkans and the Mediterranean. With over 25 years of fieldwork experience in various regions including Greece, Italy, and Bulgaria, he has significantly contributed to both archaeological practice and education. Shawn's leadership roles have included serving as the Deputy Head of the School of Humanities and Languages, and he has directed the Field Acquired Information Management Systems (FAIMS) project which enhances digital data management for archaeological fieldwork. His collaboration with the Australian Research Data Commons has facilitated the development of a global persistent identifier service for research activities. Through various projects, Shawn has consistently advanced the application of information technology within archaeology, aiming for innovation and a sustainable digital infrastructure for research.

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