Leading Hittitologist Advances Ancient Anatolian Studies at Tel Aviv University
Dr. Amir Gilan serves as Professor of Hittite and Anatolian Studies at Tel Aviv University, where he has established himself as a leading expert in Hittite historical texts and ancient Near Eastern studies. After completing his education at Tel Aviv University (BA), Free University of Berlin (MA), and University of Leipzig (Ph.D.), he has made significant contributions to understanding Hittite historical literature and culture. His expertise is particularly evident in his analysis of archaeological discoveries, such as his recent assessment of the Uşaklı Höyük excavation and its identification as the ancient Hittite cultic center of Zippalanda