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ongratulations to the individuals, projects, and publications that received awards at the Annual Meeting of the Archaeological Institute This extraordinary work captures how modern methods of analysis, such as using 3-D models to visualize ancient structures, can be applied to both old and new data. It also allows readers to step into the past on board an ancient merchant ship and immerse themselves in the sociopolitical turmoil that unfolded across the Mediterranean following the death of Alexander the Great. Most impressively, Katzev and Swiny’s publication presents the results of their project in an exciting and accessible way for audiences both in and outside the field.

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