- Ricardo Falé | BSc Biotechnology (UÉ)
Ricardo is working on the analytical characterisation of three simulacra: St Semuc and St Fortunato (@scmalmada set) and St Clemente (Palácio Nacional de Queluz). His research will focus on identifying (di)similarities between these religious artefacts.
- Suarlin Cordova | EMJMD ARCHMAT
Suarlin’s Master Thesis, “Lives and Legacies” will explore the skeletal remains and archaeological assemblage of Jesuit professors from the University of Évora, uncovered during excavations on a chapel of Igreja do Espírito Santo (Évora, 2020/2021). Suarlin will analyse stable isotopes to reconstruct diet and conduct a comprehensive analytical study of burial-associated objects, contributing to the HB and @inosteo_ projects. Both works will be developed at @herculeslaboratory
- Beatriz is opening new doors in the HB project, launching a topic that has never been explored. As a designer, she will focus on communication, presenting an engaging and effective strategy to (re)introduce simulacra to the public. Beatriz will delve into the anthropological significance and role of simulacra in shaping religious identity, exploring how these artefacts have been perceived and valued. The next step is to develop an innovative app and a curated visual identity to document and catalog simulacra across Portugal. This work will develop tangible and digital approaches to raise awareness and ensure simulacra preservation. We’ll gradually reveal the coming steps.
From now on, simulacra will finally “have a voice” in their physical context, whether in churches, monasteries, or private houses.
