Davide Nadali

Dr. Davide Nadali serves as Associate Professor in Near Eastern Archaeology at Sapienza University of Rome, where he has made significant contributions to understanding ancient Mesopotamian civilization. Since earning his Ph.D. in 2006 focusing on Neo-Assyrian bas-reliefs, he has led numerous archaeological expeditions and research projects. His work spans from Syria's Ebla, where he has been involved since 1998, to southern Iraq's Tell Zurghul (ancient Nigin) where he co-directs excavations since 2014. His research interests encompass ancient warfare, Assyrian art and architecture, and the interpretation of ancient images in Mesopotamian and Syrian contexts. As Principal Investigator of "Time through Colours," a nationally funded project analyzing painted artifacts, he demonstrates his commitment to innovative archaeological research methods. His expertise extends to early urban development, particularly in the Early Dynastic Period of southern Mesopotamia, while his recent work includes the study of water management in ancient Near Eastern societies. Through his Coursera course "Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage," he shares insights from his extensive fieldwork and research experience