I am an archaeologist with a specialization in Classical Archaeology- I hold a master’s degree in Classical Art & Archaeology from King’s College London. I am also a history writer. I explore the ancient world for Haaretz (English Edition). My articles have been featured in podcasts and turned into TV programs in the US, UK, Norway, and Japan. They are also regularly translated into Japanese and featured in Courrier Japon (クーリエ・ジャポン).

As an archaeologist, I worked on archaeological campaigns in Europe, the Middle East, and South America. I excavated in remote areas, far from civilization: deserts, caves, coastlines, and rainforests. On camera, I was the lead archaeologist in an expedition spanning the Andes and the Amazon rainforest (exploration documentary film, “In the footsteps of the Incas”). Excavating at the border between enemy states and witnessing rocket attacks is not unknown to me either, nor is being stung by a bullet ant … all in the name of science.

During my five-year period as a Londoner, I contributed to two research projects at the British Museum. I worked on the post-excavation finds from the Amara West Project and the reconstruction of the British Museum’s excavation at Kamiros (1863–64). At the Natural History Museum, I have contributed to the archival conservation work of botanical specimens from Captain Cook’s second voyage and Charles Darwin’s voyage of HMS Beagle.

After witnessing illegal excavations and looting of archaeological sites, I decided to take action. With a group of archaeologists and volunteers, we have documented dozens of illicit excavations so far. Our work is also focused on identifying archaeological sites in remote and hostile areas using lidar, satellite imagery, and drones. 

I lived in six countries and countless planes, though not always to uncover or contemplate archaeological gems. I worked with leading beauty brands as a model and was the face of Clarins.