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Damian Evans

Damian Evans (died 12 September 2023) renowned for his pioneering archaeological work in Southeast Asia, particularly in Cambodia. He is best known for employing airborne laser scanning (LiDAR) technology to uncover vast, previously undocumented medieval urban landscapes surrounding Angkor Wat fundamentally transforming the understanding of the Khmer Empire's urban and agricultural systems.

Evans began his academic journey at the University of Sydney in 1998.He engaged in extensive fieldwork in Cambodia, which played a crucial role in shaping his research interests and expertise in the region. Evans graduated with First Class Honors and was awarded the University Medal in Archaeology in 2002, recognizing his exceptional academic performance and contributions to the field. In 2007, he completed his doctoral thesis, titled "Putting Angkor on the map: a new survey of a Khmer 'hydraulic city' in historical and theoretical context," utilized radar remote sensing imaging and field surveys to create a comprehensive map of the Angkor region. Provided by Wikipedia