PCMA has welcomed a new visiting Scholar— Nahid Abdelatif, a Sudanese archaeologist, a PhD candidate at the University of Khartoum and a lecturer in the Department of Archaeology at the University of Bahri. Her research interests include Nubian archaeology, landscape studies, and the use of digital tools in heritage research. Her PhD project, titled “Pre-Kerma and […]
On 17 June 2025 in Pafos, the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology of the University of Warsaw officially inaugurated its Research Centre in Cyprus. The event coincided with the celebrations of the 60th anniversary of the presence of Polish archaeologists in Nea Paphos – one of the most important archaeological sites in Cyprus and a […]
In June 2025, the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology of the University of Warsaw (PCMA UW) celebrates the 60th anniversary of Polish archaeological research in Nea Paphos — one of the most significant archaeological sites in Cyprus, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The highlight of the anniversary celebrations will be the official inauguration […]
The Board of the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology of the University of Warsaw approved the changes at the helm of two PCMA UW expeditions in Egypt: Berenike and Marina el-Alamein. Responsibility for the project at Berenike was assumed by Dr. Emilia Smagur (PCMA UW). She replaced Dr. Mariusz Gwiazda (PCMA UW) who served as the […]
Dr. Anas Haj Zeidan, Director of the Syrian Directorate-General of Antiquities and Museums (DGAM) visits Poland at the invitation of Professor Artur Obłuski, Director of the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology of the University of Warsaw (PCMA UW). This marks the first visit to Poland by a representative of the Syrian authorities responsible for antiquities […]
On April 17, 2025, the PCMA UW Research Centre in Cyprus was visited by the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, His Excellency Willem Wouter Plomp. The visit, initiated by the Ambassador, aimed to establish connections between Polish and Dutch archaeologists and to learn more about the academic activities of the PCMA UW in […]
The aim of the international course organized by the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology, University of Warsaw (PCMA UW), is to introduce young archaeologists and heritage management specialists to advanced digital tools essential for modern documentation, analysis, and promotion of archaeological sites and historic objects. Young researchers and representatives of academic, educational, and heritage management […]
The Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology, University of Warsaw has signed an agreement for a new research project at the early medieval site of Zvartnots in Armenia. This is one of the most important archaeological complexes in the country and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The agreement for joint excavations between the PCMA UW and […]
In late March of this year, a delegation from the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology of the University of Warsaw visited Armenia. The visit was aimed at strengthening the cooperation between the PCMA UW and Armenian institutions. The delegation, led by Prof. Artur Obłuski, PCMA UW Director, held a series of meetings, including with dr […]
The new Board of the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology, University of Warsaw, has been appointed for the 2025–2028 term. Prof. Piotr Bieliński was elected as the Head of the Board. The Board comprises twelve members, including representatives of other academic institutions: Prof. Krzysztof Ciałowicz (Institute of Archaeology, Jagiellonian University in Krakow), Prof. Piotr Dyczek (Director […]
On March 4th, a meeting took place at the University of Warsaw between university authorities and a delegation from Yerevan State University (YSU) and the Embassy of the Republic of Armenia. During the event, an agreement was signed to establish cooperation between the University of Warsaw and Armenia’s largest university. The meeting was held in […]
In 2025, we celebrate the 60th anniversary of archaeological research conducted by the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology of the University of Warsaw (PCMA UW) at Nea Paphos, Cyprus. To mark this occasion, a series of scholarly and outreach events will be organized, including an international conference dedicated to Nea Paphos and an exhibition showcasing […]