Christian Eccher

Christian Eccher is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Novi Sad. His academic work focuses on 20th-century Italian literature, cultural border studies (Balkans, Caucasus, Central Asia), and contemporary theatre. He teaches courses on Italian Culture and Language.

• Education: PhD in Philology, Linguistics, and Literature from Sapienza University of Rome (2007); Master's in Italian Literature from Sapienza University (2002, summa cum laude).

His research explores the intersection of literary identity and political/social boundaries, with a particular emphasis on diaspora communities in Istria, Fiume, and Central Asia. Publications include analyses of Elio Pagliarani's poetry, Ester Barlessi's family narratives, and Pina Bausch's Tanztheater. Recent work examines sociolinguistic dynamics in Istrian Italian communities.

While no formal awards are listed, his work contributes to understanding intercultural dialogue in post-conflict and border regions. He has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects involving literature, linguistics, and performance studies.