Biblical Archaeological Institute

The Biblical Archaeological Institute Wuppertal was established in 1999 by the Protestant Church of the Rhineland. It constitutes an institute of the “Protestant University of Wuppertal” as well as an associated institute of the University of Wuppertal and holds the right to award doctorates at both universities.The necessary financial endowment is provided by the “Friends of the BAI” .Scientific aimsSince 1999 four main objectives of research are being pursued. These comprehend: Excavation projects (especially in the Eastern Mediterranean) The application of modern methods in Archaeology - i.e. Geophysics (geoelectrics and tomography; geomagnetics; georadar) and terrestrial research (Photogrammetry) Archaeometry (chemical and mineralogical pottery analysis; experimental firing of pottery); the main interest is to write a history of pottery production in the investigation area; since 2008 also research work on ancient glass and faience industry Experimental archaeology (Production of pottery replicas in historically correct manufacturing methods)Main archaeological projectsDifferent projectsThe Biblical Archaeological Institute has conducted excavations and geophysical research in Italy, Greece, Israel and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.