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Under the auspices of the Centre   for the Study of the Ancient Mediterranean and Near East (CAMNE), the Department of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University is pleased to host an interdisciplinary workshop entitled`Paradigm and Method in Ancient Historiography, Science, and Theology', 3–4 May 2013.  This workshop seeks to develop a scholarly dialogue concerning the epistemological assumptions, writing strategies, and methodological applications employed by ancient authors of historical writings, scientific and technical compositions, and theological works.  Papers will be delivered by a group of scholars whose academic interests pursue the interrelationships between various disciplines of knowledge in ancient cultures.All events will take place at the Department of Classics and Ancient History, Durham University, 38 North Bailey, Durham, DH1 3EU. This workshop is open to the public, and there is no cost to participate.  Any enquiries can be directed to the organizer, Phillip Horky (Phillip.Horky@Durham.ac.uk).  Postdoctoral students are particularly encouraged to attend the workshop.ProgrammeFRIDAY, 3 MAY(Ritson Room/CL007, Dept. of Classics and Ancient History)4:00pm–4:15pm: Introductory Remarks by Phillip Horky (Durham University)Afternoon/Evening Session: Chaired by Luca Castagnoli (Durham University)4:15pm–5:15pm: Chris Pelling (Christ Church, Oxford University)`Herodotus and the Hippocratics'5:15pm–6:15pm: Phillip Horky (Durham University)`Pythagoras and Scientific Enquiry'6:15pm–6:45pm: Coffee &#38; Tea Break (Seminar Room/CL108)6:45pm–7:45pm: Stefan Schorn (KU Leuven)`Theophrastus on Jewish Sacrifice'8:00pm: Dinner for speakersSATURDAY, 4 MAY(Ritson Room/CL007, Dept. of Classics and Ancient History)8:30am–9:00am: Coffee &#38; Snacks (Seminar Room/CL108) Morning Session: Chaired by John Moles (Newcastle University)9:00am–10:00am: Nicolas Wiater (University of St. Andrews)`History with(out) Gods: A Fresh Look at Polybius and Theology'10:00am–11:00am: Thorsten Foegen (Durham University)`Memory, Methodology, and Morality: Links between Ancient Technical Writing and Historiography'11:00am–11:30am: Coffee &#38; Snacks (Seminar Room/CL108)Morning/Afternoon Session: Chair TBD11:30am–12:30pm: Lucas Herchenroeder (Durham University)`Polybius and Political Causality: the Case of the Hannibalic War'12:30pm–1:30pm: Luke Pitcher (Somerville College, Oxford University)`The Doctor's Dilemma: Polybius, Science, and Philosophy'1:30pm–1:45pm: Closing Remarks by Lucas Herchenroeder (Durham University)2pm: Lunch for speakersThis workshop is generously supported by the Department of Classics and Ancient History and the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Durham University.For up-to-date information, see http://workofmemory.wordpress.com.