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Armelle MasseView profile

Lecturer

• Protohistoric Archaeology
• Bronze Age Archaeology
• Iron Age Archaeology
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Armelle Masse is a Senior Heritage Conservation Officer and Head of the Soil Archives Department at the Pas-de-Calais Department in France. She holds a Doctorate in Protohistoric Archaeology and is a permanent member of HALMA UMR-8164, a research unit affiliated with University of Lille, CNRS, and the Ministry of Culture. Masse works at the House of Archaeology of Pas-de-Calais in Dainville and has held lecturing positions at University of Lille, Charles-de-Gaulle University, University of Valenciennes and Hainaut-Cambrésis, and Polytechnic University of Hauts-de-France. Dr. Masse completed her doctoral studies at ÉPHÉ de Paris and Université E. Loránd de Budapest with research on Eastern elements in La Tène Celtic art. She also holds advanced degrees in Art History and Archaeology from École Pratique des Hautes Études de Paris and Université de Paris I. Her professional training includes extensive coursework in management, preventive conservation, administration, and safety protocols relevant to archaeological practice. Her research focuses on Protohistoric Archaeology, particularly Bronze and Iron Age settlements in Northern France. Masse has directed major research projects including 'Regards croisés sur le sel' (Cross-disciplinary Perspectives on Salt), examining salt production and usage from multiple disciplinary perspectives across historical periods. Her work spans archaeological excavation, material analysis, settlement patterns, funerary practices, and salt production techniques in Northern Gaul, with particular emphasis on the Pas-de-Calais region. Masse's scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on the archaeology of Northern France, with publications analyzing Bronze Age monuments, Iron Age occupation patterns, and salt production methods. Her research shows interdisciplinary approaches combining archaeological evidence with historical and anthropological perspectives to understand ancient societies. Co-responsible for 'Sel et société' project resulting in two comprehensive volumes on salt's societal role Coordinator of international 'Boat 1550 BC' project on Bronze Age cross-Channel discoveries Director of 'État des lieux' program inventorying archaeological materials in Pas-de-Calais museums Scientific Manager of Archaeological Conservation and Study Center As Head of the Soil Archives Department, Masse oversees archaeological collections management, researcher access protocols, and exhibition loan administration. She has directed numerous archaeological reports and documentation projects, contributing significantly to the preservation and interpretation of Northern France's archaeological heritage.

Julia KursellView profile

Professor

• Musicology
• History of Human Sciences
• Music History
• +3 more

Julia Kursell is a Professor of Musicology in the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Amsterdam, where she has established herself as a leading scholar at the intersection of musicology, history of science, and sound studies. Her research program examines the historical relationships between scientific understanding of sound and musical practice, with particular focus on how concepts from auditory physiology have informed compositional techniques from the 19th century to the present. Her research interests span multiple domains of inquiry: History of auditory physiology and its relationship to musical composition Sound experimentation in the Russian avant-garde Spatial dimensions of musical composition, particularly in John Cage's work Epistemological connections between laboratory science and musical practice Development of acoustic media technologies and their impact on musical perception Kursell's recent publications reveal a consistent focus on how physical phenomena of sound perception—such as combination tones—create multiple layers of musical meaning that operate simultaneously at physiological, memorial, and semantic levels. Her work demonstrates how scientific concepts migrate into artistic practice, transforming both domains in the process. Rather than treating science and art as separate spheres, her research reveals their co-constitution through shared material practices and conceptual frameworks. As a member of the Sound Studies Research Group at the University of Amsterdam, Kursell has organized significant scholarly events including workshops on 'Sounds of Science' that examine the role of sound in configurations among science, technology, and the arts between 1800 and 1930. Her collaborative work with scholars like Myles W. Jackson has helped establish sound studies as a vital interdisciplinary field connecting musicology with history of science, media studies, and sensory anthropology.

• Epistemology
• Philosophy of Language
• Ancient Philosophy
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Dr. Abida Malik is a Research Fellow at Johannes Kepler University Linz's Institute for Business and Vocational Education. Her academic journey includes positions at Nazarbayev University (Kazakhstan), Bremen University of the Arts, and Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. She holds memberships in several philosophical societies including the German Society for Philosophy and The Aristotelian Society. Education includes: Doctoral studies in Philosophy, University of Bonn (2014-2018) MA in Renaissance Studies, Universities of Florence and Bonn (2011-2014) BA in German-Italian Studies, Universities of Bonn and Florence (2008-2011) Her research explores fundamental questions in: Epistemology - especially implicit knowledge and testimony Ancient Philosophy - Platonic and Aristotelian scholarship Philosophy of Language - examining linguistic meaning and communication with extensions into philosophy of mind, education, science, and action theory. Recent publications show strong focus on knowledge theory, with articles examining tacit knowledge acquisition, epistemic decolonization, and Platonic philosophy published in leading philosophy journals between 2023-2025. Scientific recognition includes: Scholarship from German National Academic Foundation She maintains regular student office hours and contributes to academic service through editorial work and conference organization. She is affiliated with the Research Network Implicit Knowledge (FORIM).

Shawn WhiteView profile

Assistant Professor

• Biblical Studies
• Theology
• Ancient Languages
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Dr. Shawn White serves as Assistant Professor of Christian Studies and Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) at an NAIA-affiliated institution, holding his academic position for three years. His dual role bridges theological education and athletic compliance, with primary responsibility for certifying student-athlete eligibility through the ECP software system. His academic foundation includes: Alma Mater: University of New Brunswick Dr. White's scholarly focus centers on Biblical Studies and Theology, with specialized teaching in ancient languages (Greek and Hebrew) and Bible curriculum. His research interests extend to Christian Education methodologies and Athletic Eligibility Compliance systems. Notably, he facilitated an academic exchange program to China that redirected a student's career toward missionary work in Thailand. In his FAR capacity, Dr. White manages certification workflows starting football eligibility processes earlier than standard timelines, collaborating with coaches, the athletic director, and registrar. He emphasizes institutional compliance over individual athlete advocacy, applying David Allen's productivity framework to balance responsibilities. Beyond academia, he volunteers as a pastor in Bluefield, VA, and follows the Green Bay Packers and Pittsburgh Penguins.

Lorenz RahmstorfView profile

Professor

• Archaeology
• Prehistory
• Bronze Age Studies
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Lorenz Rahmstorf serves as Director of the Department of Prehistory and Early History at the University of Göttingen, where he holds the rank of full Professor. His academic career centers on Bronze Age archaeology across Western Eurasia, with specialized expertise in ancient trade systems, weight metrology, and cross-cultural interactions between Mediterranean, Near Eastern, and European societies. Rahmstorf's research examines how standardized weight systems emerged as critical infrastructure for Bronze Age economies, analyzing artifacts from sites like Tell el-Dab'a, Tollense Valley, and Old Assyrian trade colonies. His work integrates textile production studies, metallurgical evidence, and genomic data to reconstruct trade networks and cultural exchanges during the 3rd-1st millennia BCE. Key themes include the transition from weight-regulated artifacts to currency, market integration processes, and the socioeconomic implications of long-distance exchange. His recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on weight metrology as a diagnostic tool for economic complexity, spanning Bronze Age Europe to Mesopotamia. The research reveals standardized weight systems operating across 3,000+ km from Scandinavia to the Indus Valley, indicating sophisticated pre-monetary economies. Parallel investigations into textile tools and ritual objects contextualize metrology within broader cultural frameworks, while medieval Icelandic studies extend his analytical framework to later periods. Scientific awards: No awards specified in source material Rahmstorf's departmental leadership involves directing archaeological fieldwork and laboratory analysis, particularly regarding Bronze Age trade artifacts. The absence of student listings or grant details in available sources suggests these aspects fall outside current public documentation scope. His editorial work on weight systems volumes indicates active curation of international research collaborations. The Department of Prehistory and Early History maintains specialized facilities for artifact metrology and material analysis, supporting Rahmstorf's research on balance weights, textile tools, and trade-related objects. Current projects appear focused on comparative weight system standardization across Bronze Age Eurasia, utilizing interdisciplinary approaches combining archaeology, anthropology, and economic history.

Gerald MoersView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Text analysis
• Literary theory
• Cultural theory
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Gerald Moers serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Vienna, specializing in Egyptology with a research focus on Ancient Egyptian literature through interdisciplinary lenses of text analysis, literary theory, and cultural studies. His scholarly work investigates Pharaonic identity formation, representations of alterity, and methodological frameworks for Egyptological literary criticism. His research program centers on: Processes of Pharaonic identity construction and cultural self-perception Representations of the body, gender, and foreign peoples in Egyptian texts Application of contemporary literary theory to ancient Egyptian narratives Analysis of travel motifs and their narrative functions Exploration of linguistic identity and cultural assimilation Methodological innovations in Egyptological literary criticism Moers' publication record (1993-2005) reveals consistent thematic engagement with cultural identity and alterity across diverse textual genres. His work spans royal ideology analyses, enemy representations, love poetry studies, and scribal education examinations, demonstrating how Egyptian literature constructs social boundaries while engaging with foreign cultures. The recurring analytical thread involves applying literary theoretical frameworks to decode cultural identity mechanisms within ancient texts. Scientific Awards: No awards were documented in the provided materials. Advising and Grants: The source text contains no information regarding graduate student supervision, research grants, or funded projects. Research Infrastructure: No laboratories, research centers, or collaborative teams are referenced in the available documentation.

Joseph GregoryView profile

Associate Professor

• European tradition
• Italian Renaissance
• Northern Renaissance
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Joseph Gregory is an Associate Professor in the Art & Art History Department at Westphal College, Drexel University. He has held significant leadership roles, including serving as Pearlstein Gallery Director (2000-2005), Department Head (2005-2015), and Art History Program Director. He currently teaches undergraduate courses on the European tradition to students across the university. Education: PhD in the History of Art from Binghamton University Professor Gregory's research focuses on the European tradition, with particular emphasis on the Italian and Northern Renaissance periods. His work explores interdisciplinary connections between the metaphysical commitments of science, philosophy, and art in European cultural development from ancient to modern times. He has published extensively on Renaissance artists like Pieter Bruegel and Leonardo da Vinci, as well as contemporary art practices. His recent publications and exhibitions demonstrate a consistent engagement with Renaissance art interpretation and contemporary global art dialogues. Notable projects include co-curating exhibitions such as Half the Sky: Women in the New Art of China and Ink Not Ink , which highlight cross-cultural exchanges in modern Chinese art practices.

• Indo-European linguistics
• Old and Middle Iranian linguistics
• Old, Middle, and Modern Indo-Aryan linguistics
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Paolo Milizia serves as Full Professor of Glottology and Linguistics at the Department of Asia, Africa and the Mediterranean of the University of Naples "L'Orientale" since July 15, 2024. Previously, he held positions as Associate Professor at the same institution (2020-2024), Assistant Professor at the University of Naples "Federico II" (2018-2020), and Assistant Professor at the University of Cassino (2008-2018). His educational background includes a PhD in "Glottology and Philology" from the University of Milan (2003), a degree in Literature with honors from the University of Rome "La Sapienza" (1998), and a postgraduate course at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (2004-2005). He obtained National Scientific Qualifications for both first and second bands in the competitive sector 10/G1 "Glottology and Linguistics" in 2017 and 2014 respectively. Milizia's research focuses on Indo-European linguistics with particular emphasis on Old and Middle Iranian, Old, Middle, and Modern Indo-Aryan, Greek, Coptic linguistics, and Italo-Romance dialectology. His scholarly work addresses complex issues in etymology, diachronic phonology and morphology, and the history of writing systems, as well as general morphological theory and the history of linguistic thought. His recent publications demonstrate a sustained interest in morphological complexity, language contact phenomena, and historical reconstruction across diverse linguistic traditions. His current research output shows strong continuity with his long-standing interests in Indo-European linguistics while expanding into computational approaches and cross-linguistic comparisons, particularly evident in his recent work on Coptic morphology, Sanskrit metrics, and Ancient Greek reduplication patterns. The publications reflect methodological diversity spanning historical-comparative, typological, and computational approaches. National Scientific Qualification for first band in sector 10/G1 "Glottology and Linguistics" (2017) National Scientific Qualification for second band in sector 10/G1 "Glottology and Linguistics" (2014) Milizia actively supervises undergraduate and master's theses at the University of Naples "L'Orientale" and has served as doctoral thesis supervisor since 2013. He participates in several major research projects including PRIN 2022 PNRR "The beginning of the Armenian, Syriac, and Arabic grammatical traditions and the classical Greek grammar," PRIN 2020 "Metalinguistic texts as a privileged data source for the knowledge of ancient languages," and PRIN 2017 "Ancient languages and writing systems in contact: a touchstone of linguistic change." He also serves as a reviewer for journals including the "Journal of Historical Linguistics" and the "Atti del Sodalizio Glottologico Milanese." He is a member of the scientific committee of the journal «Storia, antropologia e scienze del linguaggio» and participates in academic community building through conference organization, including the Language Documentation Summer School 2023. His teaching encompasses General Linguistics, Glottology, and Coptic language across multiple degree programs at the University of Naples "L'Orientale."

• Cognitive Linguistics
• Metonymy
• Word Formation
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Rossella Pannain is an Associate Professor of Linguistics and Glottology (L-Lin/01) at the Department of Literary, Linguistic and Comparative Studies, Faculty of Languages, University of Naples L'Orientale, where she has been teaching since November 2000. She teaches General Linguistics and Cognitive Approaches to Vocabulary courses for Linguistic and Cultural Mediation and Specialist Translation programs. PhD in Linguistics from University of Pisa (1992) Graduated with honors in Modern Foreign Languages and Literatures (1986) Member of editorial board for AIΩN Linguistica journal since 2001 Vice-director of Department of Studies of the Ancient Classical World and Mediterranean (2007-2012) Professor Pannain's research focuses on cognitive linguistics with particular emphasis on metonymy, word formation processes, and linguistic typology. Her work spans both theoretical aspects of linguistic structures and their practical applications in contemporary discourse. She has made significant contributions to understanding how language reflects and shapes cognitive processes, particularly in specialized lexical fields such as numerals, classifiers, and political communication. Her recent publications demonstrate a clear evolution from traditional linguistic typology toward analysis of contemporary discourse phenomena, especially related to political communication and pandemic discourse. The past five years have seen her research increasingly focused on how language functions in high-stakes communication contexts, including government speeches, election campaigns, and public health crises. This reflects a broader trend in linguistics toward examining language in real-world contexts with practical social implications. Professor Pannain has been actively involved in numerous national research projects including PRIN 2000 on numerical systems, PRIN 2002 on linguistic terminology, PRIN 2005 on thematic linguistic atlases, PRIN 2017 on ancient languages in contact, and PRIN 2020 on metalinguistic texts for ancient languages. She is also a member of the ALMA project (Atlante Linguistico Multimediale della diversità Alimentare) and has participated in international research on conceptual metonymy. Her teaching portfolio includes General Linguistics, Cognitive Linguistics, Psycholinguistics, and Descriptive Models of Languages. She has previously served as Director of the Master's program in Linguistics and Specialist Translation (2009-2012) and has been instrumental in developing curriculum that bridges theoretical linguistics with practical applications in translation and cultural mediation.

Emiliano BuisView profile

Professor

• Classics
• Ancient Greek Law
• International Humanitarian Law
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Emiliano Buis is a distinguished Professor at the University of Buenos Aires with dual appointments as Chair of Public International Law at the Faculty of Law and Professor of Ancient Greek in the Department of Classics. He also serves as Professor of International Law and Human Rights at Central University (UNICEN) in Azul, and is a Permanent Researcher at CONICET (Argentina's National Scientific and Technical Research Council). His academic profile spans two seemingly distinct fields that he masterfully connects: Ancient Greek literature and law, and contemporary international legal frameworks. Professor Buis's research focuses on the intersection of emotional studies, political theory, and legal history. His current project, 'Representing Pathos: Emotional Dynamics and Affective Regulations in Literary and Iconographic Testimonies of Ancient Greece' (2020-2024), examines how emotions functioned as political and legal tools in ancient Greek society. He has published extensively on Greek comedy (particularly Aristophanes and Eupolis), ancient legal practices, international humanitarian law, and nuclear disarmament. His recent publications reveal a consistent pattern of connecting ancient and modern legal frameworks. He has explored topics including emotional politics in Greek comedy, international treaty law from ancient to contemporary contexts, nuclear facility protection during armed conflict, and Latin American perspectives on nuclear disarmament. Professor Buis frequently analyzes how material culture and physical objects mediated legal concepts in ancient Athens, and how these historical frameworks inform modern international relations. Chair of Public International Law at University of Buenos Aires Law School Professor of Ancient Greek at Department of Classics, University of Buenos Aires Professor of International Law and Human Rights at Central University (UNICEN) Permanent Researcher at CONICET Associated Member of ANHIMA Center in Paris Professor Buis's advising and research activities demonstrate his commitment to interdisciplinary approaches that bridge classical studies and contemporary legal challenges. His work on emotional dynamics in ancient legal contexts has opened new avenues for understanding the psychological dimensions of international relations. His leadership in research projects examining both historical and contemporary legal frameworks positions him as a unique voice connecting classical scholarship with pressing international legal issues. His laboratory of inquiry centers on the research project UBACYT 20020190100205BA, which brings together scholars examining emotional frameworks in ancient Greek culture through literary, historical, and material evidence. This project has produced numerous publications exploring how emotions were regulated, represented, and instrumentalized in ancient legal and political contexts, with implications for understanding contemporary emotional dynamics in international relations.

• Zooarchaeology
• Near Eastern Archaeology
• Animal Domestication
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Pernille Bangsgaard is a Senior Researcher at the Section for Geogenetics within the Globe Institute at the University of Copenhagen. Her research focuses on zooarchaeology and Near Eastern archaeology, with particular expertise in animal bones and faunal remains from archaeological contexts across multiple time periods and geographical regions. Dr. Bangsgaard's primary research areas include the domestication process of sheep and goats in the Middle East, butchering patterns of domesticated animals, and animals in ritual contexts. Her current projects examine burial rituals at 16 cemetery sites, painted skulls and buried sheep, and the C-Group and Pangrave cultures in Nubia (northern Sudan) around 2000 BCE as part of the Scandinavian Joint Expedition to Sudanese Nubia. She has developed significant expertise in analyzing faunal remains from ritual contexts, particularly in ancient Near Eastern and Nubian cultures. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong interdisciplinary approach combining archaeology, genetics, and material culture studies. Her work spans from the Neolithic period in southwestern Asia to Late Antique Jordan, with a particular focus on ritual practices, animal domestication, and population movements. She frequently collaborates on large-scale genomic studies examining ancient DNA from both human and animal remains, contributing to our understanding of ancient population histories and cultural practices through biomolecular evidence. Dr. Bangsgaard has been actively involved in academic activities including organizing conferences, delivering lectures at international events such as the ICAZ Conference and International Conference for Nubian Studies, and participating in numerous workshops. Her teaching includes Zooarchaeology and Archaeological theory, and she is proficient in both English and Danish, facilitating her international research collaborations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

• Egyptology
• Linguistics
• Ancient Languages
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Prof. Dr. Tonio Sebastian Richter serves as Project Manager for the research initiative Structures and Transformations of the Vocabulary of the Egyptian Language at the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences and Humanities (BBAW) in Berlin, operating from the academy's central premises at Unter den Linden 8 (Space 07W12). His scholarly work focuses on Egyptology and Linguistics, specifically analyzing structural patterns and historical evolution within the Egyptian language's lexicon, bridging philological methods with diachronic linguistic theory. This research contributes to understanding ancient language transformation processes in cross-cultural contexts. No scientific awards, student mentorship activities, laboratory affiliations, or grant details were documented in the source material.

• Visual Arts
• Sculpture
• Metal Casting
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Dr. Penny Harris is a Senior Lecturer in Visual Arts at the University of Wollongong, where she teaches in the School of the Arts, English and Media within the Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. She has held this position since 2021 and previously served as a member of the University's Academic Senate from 2018-2019. Her academic journey includes a Doctor of Creative Arts from the University of Wollongong completed in 2001. Dr. Harris's research centers on sculpture and metal casting, with a distinctive focus on material mimicry and archaeological motifs. She has developed innovative approaches to casting found objects and textiles using lost wax processes, creating what she describes as 'fragmented poetic wall stories' that reinterpret postmodern narrative strategies. Her work often explores pseudomorphism—the process where textiles absorb mineral salts from buried copper objects—as both a technical process and conceptual framework. Much of her recent work connects with dementia education through the DARE (Dementia knowledge, Art, Research and Education) project, which uses art to help children understand dementia. Her most recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on dementia education through art, particularly for children, with an emphasis on blending traditional and digital technologies in educational settings. These works also highlight her interest in university-school-community partnerships and the development of third-space collaborations for innovative educational practices. Her creative works continue to explore materiality, transformation, and narrative through sculpture and installation. Dr. Harris has supervised numerous higher degree research students across various visual arts disciplines, with current supervision including projects on voice as agency in patriarchal systems and object-prosthetics in sculptural assemblage. Her supervision history spans topics from contemporary Iranian art to dementia representation in portraiture. Her research has been supported by several internal grants at the University of Wollongong, including the Global Challenges Seed Funding for the DARE project (2016), a Small Grant for 'A petrified poem' exhibition (2011), and International Links Grants for projects like 'Fabric as an inter-sensorial language' (2008). Dr. Harris exhibits her work in both Canada and Australia, maintaining an active creative practice that directly informs her research and teaching. Her approach consistently bridges artistic practice with educational theory and social impact, particularly through projects addressing dementia awareness and education.