Karl R Appuhn

Karl R. Appuhn is an Associate Professor of History and Italian at New York University, affiliated with the College of Arts & Science. He earned his PhD in History from Northwestern University in 1999.

His research focuses on Environmental History, History of Science, Mediterranean History, and the Italian Renaissance. He explores themes such as ecological management in early modern Europe, the role of animals in historical contexts, and the interplay between state power and natural resources. His work often centers on Venice, examining its environmental policies, urban development, and resource utilization.

Notable awards include the Herbert Baxter Adams Prize (2009) and the Charles Weyerhaeuser Prize for his book A Forest on the Sea, which investigates Renaissance Venice’s forestry practices. His publications span topics like flood control in the Renaissance, the economic role of livestock, and the political dimensions of landscape management.

Appuhn’s research and teaching bridge disciplinary boundaries, blending environmental, scientific, and Mediterranean studies. His office is located at 19 University Place, Room 204, and he holds regular office hours.