Dr. Aldona Garbacz-Klempka | Archaeometallurgy | Best Researcher Award

AGH University of Krakow, Poland

👨‍🎓Profiles

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🏫 Early Academic Pursuits

Aldona Garbacz-Klempka began her academic journey with a strong focus on materials engineering and archaeometallurgy. Her early work laid the foundation for her expertise in the study of ancient manufacturing technologies, particularly focusing on prehistoric copper and copper alloys. Her academic development culminated in a professorship at the AGH University of Krakow, Poland, in 2019, where she continues her pioneering research.

🛠️ Professional Endeavors

Since joining AGH in 2006, Aldona has been a key figure in interdisciplinary research projects, collaborating extensively with scientific institutions and museums. Her role at the Historical Layers Research Centre AGH and ERIHS-PL (European Research Infrastructure for Heritage Science) has enabled her to bridge technical and humanities-based research. These collaborations have significantly enriched the understanding of ancient technologies.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Aldona’s research revolves around the development and characterization of ancient manufacturing technologies, with an emphasis on archaeometallurgy. She has conducted groundbreaking studies on Bronze Age foundry technologies, employing non-destructive research methods. Her work integrates instrumental analysis, computer-aided engineering, and thermodynamic modeling to deepen the understanding of prehistoric casting processes and materials.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Aldona’s work has a dual impact—scientifically and culturally. By cataloging prehistoric non-ferrous metal casting alloys, she contributes to a comprehensive database of ancient technologies. Her findings not only enhance scientific knowledge but also aid in the conservation and reconstruction of historical artifacts. This research has profound implications for verifying the authenticity of cultural monuments and detecting art forgeries.

📚 Academic Cites and Achievements

With a prominent academic profile, Aldona is affiliated with AGH University’s Faculty of Foundry Engineering and holds credentials such as ORCID (0000-0001-8417-6131) and ResearcherID (A-3083-2017). Her work is widely recognized and cited within materials engineering and archaeometallurgy, underscoring her contributions to the field.

🧰 Technical Skills

Aldona’s technical expertise includes a range of instrumental methods such as thermodynamic modeling, non-destructive research, and computer-aided engineering processes. Her innovative approach integrates traditional analysis with modern computational tools, pushing the boundaries of archaeometallurgical research.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

As a professor at AGH University, Aldona has been instrumental in mentoring and inspiring students in materials engineering. She plays a pivotal role in fostering interdisciplinary learning, preparing future researchers to bridge the gap between ancient technologies and modern scientific methods.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Aldona Garbacz-Klempka’s research holds the promise of creating a lasting legacy in archaeometallurgy. Her efforts to build a comprehensive database of prehistoric alloys aim to preserve the technical and cultural heritage of ancient civilizations. Her work will continue to influence materials engineering, conservation practices, and historical authenticity assessments, ensuring a robust foundation for future generations of researchers.

📖Notable Publications

• A metal hoard from Susz provides new evidence for the use of bast cordage during the Lusatian period in Poland

  • Authors: Przymorska-Sztuczka, M., Gackowski, J., Kowalski, Ł., Kamiński, D., Szczepański
  • Journal: Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports
  • Year: 2024

• Lead isotopic compositions link copper axes from Kietrz (Poland, 3500–3350 BC) to Slovak and Balkan copper mines

  • Authors: Kowalski, Ł., Stos-Gale, Z.A., Adamczak, K., Kofel, D., Matuszczyk, E.
  • Journal: Archaeometry
  • Year: 2024

• How were medieval mace heads cast? Side note to technological analyses of find from Niebieszczany in south-eastern Poland

  • Authors: Kotowicz, P., Michalak, A., Garbacz-Klempka, A., Rozputyński, R., Momot, M.
  • Journal: Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences
  • Year: 2024

• Determination of borides in Fe-Mo-B sintered powders using diffraction methods

  • Authors: Karwan-Baczewska, J., Perek-Nowak, M., Majchrowska, M., Garbacz-Klempka, A.
  • Journal: Archives of Materials Science and Engineering
  • Year: 2024

• Phase Fraction Estimation in Multicomponent Alloy from EDS Measurement Data

  • Authors: Burbelko, A., Wiktor, T., Garbacz-Klempka, A., Ziółkowski, E.
  • Journal: Materials
  • Year: 2024