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Zabya Abo Aljadayel is a dedicated researcher working at the intersection of climate change, cultural heritage, and community engagement. Her research focuses on reconstructing past environmental conditions and human adaptation strategies through geoarchaeological methods. By integrating geological and archaeological proxies, she explores how historical climate dynamics influenced past societies. Holding an MA in Archaeology and dual BA degrees in Archaeology and Economics, Zabya combines expertise in both the humanities and socio-environmental systems to offer a comprehensive understanding of human-environment interactions. She is affiliated with CHAM – the Research Centre for the Humanities, particularly within the RDMUP Research Group on Representations, Discourses, Materialities, and Uses of the Past (formerly RG on Antiquity). Her research uses sedimentological, geochemical, and paleoenvironmental data to examine how climatic shifts affected human settlement patterns, resource management, and social organization. In addition to her academic qualifications, Zabya has specialized training in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, which she applies to GIS, data analysis, and machine learning. These tools help her analyze large datasets and reveal trends in past landscapes, improving her ability to study climate patterns and material culture. Zabya is deeply involved in voluntary initiatives that promote climate action and cultural heritage preservation. She serves as an unpaid Consultancy Board Member for Our Syrian Culture is Our Identity – Salamieh Initiative, a grassroots effort dedicated to protecting Syrian heritage in conflict zones. She also works with the Arab Youth Climate Movement Qatar (AYCM Qatar), focusing on climate research, policy advocacy, and educational outreach. Furthermore, her memberships in the Community Arts Network (CAN) and Migration Impact Network @ Place Network allow her to collaborate on policies related to cultural preservation, migration, and social inclusion. As an Emerging Leader Artivist, Zabya merges art and activism through the use of traditional music to raise awareness on climate change, cultural diversity, gender equality, and social coexistence. This work highlights her commitment to integrating cultural expression with environmental advocacy and social justice. Zabya has received specialized technical training in GIS, data visualization (e.g., Power BI, Excel), Python programming, and blockchain technologies. These skills support her research on historical climate change and human-environment interactions. Her academic contributions include studies on climate variability and numismatic research on Fatimid coinage in Al-Andalus. She has presented her work at significant academic conferences, including the Annual Meeting of the European Coin Find Network and the Ismaili Studies Conference at Leiden University. Her research has been largely self-funded or supported by institutional collaborations, and she has published her findings in peer-reviewed journals. Fluent in Arabic and English, and proficient in Portuguese, French, and Spanish, Zabya brings a multilingual and multicultural perspective to her work. Outside of research, she is committed to community outreach, environmental education, and heritage protection, demonstrating her strong sense of civic responsibility. Through her interdisciplinary expertise and voluntary leadership, Zabya seeks to bridge scientific research, policy, and community empowerment. Her passion for studying historical climate change and safeguarding cultural heritage, coupled with her commitment to fostering social resilience, positions her as a leading figure in the fields of archaeology, climate science, and socio-political dynamics.
Identification

Personal identification

Full name
Zabya Abo aljadayel

Citation names

  • Abo aljadayel, Zabya

Author identifiers

Ciência ID
7911-3401-1929
ORCID iD
0000-0003-1717-3058

Email addresses

  • a49363@campus.fcsh.unl.pt (Professional)
  • zabya7@gmail.com (Personal)

Telephones

Mobile phone
  • 935543502 (Personal)

Knowledge fields

  • Humanities - History and Archaeology
  • Humanities - History and Archaeology - Archaeology
  • Natural sciences - Earth and Environmental Sciences - Climatic Research
  • Exact Sciences - Computer and Information Sciences

Languages

Language Speaking Reading Writing Listening Peer-review
Arab (Mother tongue)
English Advanced (C1) Advanced (C1) Advanced (C1) Advanced (C1) Advanced (C1)
Portuguese Upper intermediate (B2) Upper intermediate (B2) Upper intermediate (B2) Upper intermediate (B2) Upper intermediate (B2)
Spanish; Castilian Beginner (A1) Elementary (A2) Beginner (A1) Elementary (A2) Elementary (A2)
French Beginner (A1) Elementary (A2) Beginner (A1) Elementary (A2) Elementary (A2)
Education
Degree Classification
2024/11/19
Concluded
Symbolizing Map Layers (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Esri Inc, United States
2024/11/19
Concluded
Getting Started with Data Management (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Esri Inc, United States
2024/10/18
Concluded
Editing Basics in ArcGIS Pro (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Esri Inc, United States
2024/10/16
Concluded
ArcGIS Pro Basics (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Esri Inc, United States
2024/10/15
Concluded
GIS Basics (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Esri Inc, United States
2023/11/11
Concluded
Living in a Decentralised World (Blockchain, Bitcoin, digital cryptographic assets) (Diploma de especialização)
Universidade Nova de Lisboa Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Portugal
2023/10/16
Concluded
Creating a Map Layout (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Esri Inc, United States
2023/08/11
Concluded
Cultural Heritage documentation using QField (Curso Técnico Superior Profissional)
Deutsches Archäologisches Institut, Germany
2023/03/17
Concluded
Recording Cultural Heritage for Post-Conflict Recovery using GIS (Pós-Graduação)
Deutsches Archäologisches Institut, Germany
2022/09/01 - 2022/12/21
Concluded
Postgraduate diploma in AI (Pós-Graduação)
Major in IT
Universidade Nova de Lisboa Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Portugal
18/20
2022/08/01 - 2022/10/15
Concluded
Full Stuck Development Bootcamp (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Major in IT
Run Code School/ Aga Khan Foundation, Portugal
2021/01/13
Concluded
Python data structures (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Coursera Inc, United States
2020/09/09
Concluded
Exploratory Data Analysis (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Coursera Inc, United States
2019/09
Concluded
Arqueologia (Mestrado)
Universidade Nova de Lisboa Faculdade de Ciências Sociais e Humanas, Portugal
""Fatimid Material Culture in Al-Andalus: Presences and Influences of Egypt in Al-Andalus Between the Xth and the XIIth Centuries A.D." " (THESIS/DISSERTATION)
2019/02/01
Concluded
Data Analyst Track (Curso Técnico Superior Profissional)
Udacity Inc, United States
2018/05/14
Concluded
MATLAB (Curso de Especialização Tecnológica)
Mathworks Inc, United States
2016/02/01 - 2016/06/06
Concluded
Creating and Managing Entrepreneurial Ventures- STARTERS Academy (Pós-Graduação)
Major in Economics
Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Portugal
2010/10 - 2015/05/19
Concluded
General Archaeology (Bachelor)
Major in Archaeology
Damascus University, Syria
Very good
2011/10 - 2015/01/01
Attended
Economics studies (Bachelor)
University of Aleppo, Syria
Affiliation

Positions / Appointments

Category
Host institution
Employer
2021/05/01 - Current Emerging LEADER ARTIVIST Self-Employed, Portugal
Outputs

Publications

Conference abstract
  1. Abo aljadayel, Zabya. "Fatimid Coins in Al-Andalus: An Economic and Political Analysis of Discoveries in the Iberian Peninsula". Paper presented in The Annual Meeting of the European Coin Find Network 2024, Haarlem, 2024.
  2. Abo aljadayel, Zabya. "Fatimid coins in Al-Andalus: a study on the political-economic influences of the Shiite caliphs in Al-Andalus during the 10th-12th centuries". Paper presented in Ismaili Studies Conference 2021/ Leiden University, Leiden, 2021.
    Published
Journal article
  1. Abo aljadayel, Zabya. "Fatimid Coins in Al-Andalus: An Economic and Political Analysis of Discoveries in the Iberian Peninsula". American Journal of Numismatics (2025):
    Under revision
Thesis / Dissertation
  1. "Fatimid Material Culture in Al-Andalus: Presences and Influences of Egypt in Al-Andalus Between the Xth and the XIIth Centuries A.D.". Master, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10362/97245.

Artistic / Performance

Artistic performance
  1. 2023. Arts Festival Portugal. Ismaili Center of Lisbon.
Activities

Committee member

Activity description
Role
Institution / Organization
2024/12/15 - Current An emergency response initiative to coordinate expert efforts in preserving Syrian cultural heritage. It focuses on Salamieh and other cities. The initiative bridges collaboration between civil society, the government, and other stakeholders
Advisor / Consultant
Blue Helmets Initiative, Syria
2024/07/01 - Current Member of the Arab Youth Climate Movement Qatar (AYCM QATAR) Conducting environmental research, advocating for climate policies, and promoting grassroots awareness and capacity building. The focus is on developing ecological education programs and collaborating with stakeholders to drive sustainable development. Key responsibilities include policy analysis, community engagement, and fostering partnerships for climate action.
Member
Arab Youth Climate Movement Qatar, Qatar
2024/05/01 - Current BMW Foundation Responsible Leader Work towards social change within and between societies – across communities, cultures, and countries. I've been part of this community of purpose as an Artivist of more than 1,700 leaders across over 100 countries working jointly towards a more peaceful, just, and sustainable future.
Member
BMW Foundation, Germany
2023/09/01 - Current Member of the Community Arts Netwrok: Community Arts Network is an international network that connects 887 artistic groups, individuals, and organizations worldwide. Its goal is to promote the mission that art has the power to shape a better world.
Member
Community Arts Network, Austria
2023/09/01 - Current Member of the Migration Impact Network @ Place Network Exchange ideas, collaborate on projects, and amplify collective influence in shaping policies and leading change with professionals from diverse fields and migrant backgrounds.
Member
Migration Impact Network @ Place Network, France
Distinctions

Title

2024 BMW Foundation Responsible Leader
BMW Foundation, Germany