Over the last two decades, Egyptology has witnessed the emergence of an increasing number of digital platforms and collaborative initiatives that have transformed how archaeological and textual data are documented, published, and disseminated. These projects have contributed significantly to the principles of Open Science by promoting open-access publication, interoperability, digital preservation, and the free circulation of scholarly knowledge.

At the same time, Egyptology occupies a unique position among the Humanities because of its exceptional ability to engage audiences well beyond academia. The enduring public fascination with ancient Egypt offers an outstanding opportunity to foster knowledge transfer, encourage public participation in research, and demonstrate the value of open and accessible science. Sharing research through digital resources therefore benefits not only the academic community but also contributes to a broader understanding of cultural heritage among the general public.

To explore these issues, the University of Alcalá (Alcalá de Henares/Madrid) and the Middle Kingdom Theban Project are organising a two-day online workshop on 21–22 October via Zoom. The event will bring together leading Egyptological projects committed to open access, digital humanities, and the dissemination of scholarly knowledge. It is organised as part of International Open Access Week, a global initiative promoting open access to knowledge and research, and is free and open to all interested participants.

Registration (via Teams)
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/29a433b3-f437-40d0-81ab-ccd281cf0c44@ced2c552-7d1f-4731-aa3a-2f0ec9629e26?source=copyLinkLegacyShareLinkDialog