Author: Sofia Aziz

Biomedical Egyptologist - Writer - TV Presenter
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The Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt

I am delighted to announce that my next public lecture will be for the SSAE on October 12th.

In November 2022, we celebrated the centenary of the discovery of Tutankhamun’s 18th dynasty tomb. Howard Carter and his team unearthed a treasure trove, the likes of which the world had never seen. Due to the sheer volume of artefacts and the meticulous documentation efforts by Carter, the autopsy of Tutankhamun was not conducted until 1925. Over the years, Tutankhamun’s mummy has been examined on three additional occasions. What did the initial autopsy reveal? What insights have recent CT studies provided regarding Tutankhamun’s health, possible cause of death, and mummification techniques?

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Vital Organs: A Re-evaluation of Ancient Egyptian Mummification

My latest Article “Vital Organs” is Now Out in Nile Magazine! In this piece, I delve into the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian mummification, challenging some of the long-held beliefs about the process. What if some of what we thought we knew about mummification was wrong?

A huge thank you to editor Jeff Burzacott and the team at Nile! Please click on image below:

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The mastaba of Ty, Saqqara

The Mastaba of Ty stands as one of Saqqara’s most significant archaeological sites. Discovered by Auguste Mariette, this remarkable tomb features walls adorned with scenes depicting everyday life. Ty, a senior official and royal architect during the Fifth Dynasty, served under multiple kings.