This Monday (13 May)  we welcome Sofia Aziz who is presenting a zoom lecture for the Manchester Ancient Egypt Society!

The Human Brain in Ancient Egypt: A Re-evaluation of its Function and Importance

Biomedical investigative techniques are gradually changing our understanding of mummification methods. Sofia’s research refutes long held claims that the brain was of no relevance to the ancient Egyptians. She will discuss how CT imaging, the medical papyri and archaeological records provide a wider understanding of ancient Egyptian medicine and the importance of the human brain in the afterlife. 

Sofia Aziz is a Biomedical Egyptologist with a lifelong passion for ancient Egypt. Her focus has been on understanding the health of the ancient Egyptians and the diseases from which they suffered . She has been involved in a range of publications, media consults and has appeared in a variety of TV documentaries. Her current research looks at neuroscience in ancient Egypt.

Everyone is welcome! The lecture is free to MAES members who will receive a link by email. Guests can join us via Eventbrite here – tickets £5.