National Library of Israel
Dr. Tsafra Siew is a seasoned professional in the fields of cultural heritage, digital humanities, and database management. Since April 2014, Dr. Siew has served as the Manager of Research Oriented Projects at the National Library of Israel, leading initiatives focused on digitization, accessibility, and the application of data pertaining to Hebrew manuscripts, archaeology, and the geography of Jerusalem. Prior to this role, Dr. Siew was a Database Designer and Manager at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where an interdisciplinary database for academic research was developed. Additional experience includes administrative management at Tel Aviv University’s Nanotechnology Laboratory and cataloguing Jewish press materials at the Bronfman Center. Dr. Siew’s academic credentials include a PhD in European Studies, an MA in Religions' Sciences, and dual bachelor's degrees in Art History and Italian Literature, along with Computer Science.
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National Library of Israel
The objectives of the National Library of Israel are: To collect, preserve, cultivate and endow the treasures of knowledge, heritage and culture in general, with an emphasis on the Land of Israel, the State of Israel and the Jewish people in particular. To serve as the National Library of the Jewish people, responsible for collecting the literary treasures of the Jewish people and preserve the continuity of Jewish and Israeli culture. To serve as the National Library of the State of Israel. To serve as the central research library for Israel and for the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in the Humanities fields, with an emphasis on Jewish Studies, Middle Eastern cultures, Asia-Africa and Islam.