Researchers in the Representation, Visualisation and Politics of Archaeology group build upon Southampton’s long-standing leadership in the fields of representational practices, reception within the discipline and wider publics, and the social context of archaeology.
Linking to societal awareness and value, the representation, reception and politics of archaeology are increasingly important dimensions within the discipline. Work within this research group builds knowledge on the visualisation and presentation of the past (e.g. through museum display), its reception, community archaeology, and heritage value more widely. Current research includes work on:
Collaborating with researchers in cultural history, art history and the history of science, Moser leads an investigation of early archaeological illustration, looking at how early members of the Society of Antiquaries of London enlisted images to aid in their research.
Sofaer is developing novel, evidence-based applications of archaeology for social benefit that are grounded in research. She is a Humanities in the European Research Area (HERA) Knowledge Exchange and Impact Fellow, working with European Research Councils, and engaging in advocacy for the Humanities at the highest levels across the continent.
Archaeology for the Creative Industries (ACI) provides expert Archaeological advice, consultancy and research services to the Creative Industries sector.
Applications for Postgraduate study that explore the themes of the Representation, Visualisation and Politics of Archaeology group are very welcome.
| Staff Member | Primary Position |
|---|---|
| Madeline Fowler | Senior Research Fellow |
| Andrew Meirion Jones | Professor of Archaeology |
| Yvonne Marshall | Senior Lecturer |
| John McNabb | Professor |
| Stephanie Moser | Professor |
| Joanna Sofaer | Professor |
| David Wheatley | Professor of Archaeology |