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Andreas Winkler is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Near & Middle Eastern Civilizations at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Arts and Science. Prior to his current appointment, he held teaching and research positions at the University of California, Berkeley; Freie Universität Berlin; University of Oxford; and University of Warsaw. His office is located at 4 Bancroft Avenue, Room 421, Toronto, ON, M5S 1C1, with contact email andreas.winkler@utoronto.ca and phone 416-865-2513. Education: PhD, Uppsala University Winkler specializes in the history and philology of Greco-Roman and Late Antique Egypt, with expertise in Demotic and Coptic manuscripts. His research examines the history of science—particularly astral sciences—alongside social history, religious practices, and onomastics across Egyptian history. He integrates written evidence with material culture and art, focusing on interdisciplinary analysis of ancient texts and artifacts. His methodological approach combines philological rigor with historical contextualization to explore cultural transitions in ancient Egypt. Analysis of Winkler's 13 publications from 2022-2025 reveals dominant themes in ancient Egyptian astronomy, astrology, and magic, with recurring focus on Demotic/Coptic manuscripts. His work bridges philology and social history, examining topics like horoscopes, zodiacs, marriage practices, and temple economies. Publications span major academic presses including Brill, De Gruyter, and University of Chicago Press, demonstrating consistent contributions to understanding scientific traditions and daily life in Roman and Late Antique Egypt.

• Egyptology
• Coptic Studies
• Demotic Studies
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Alexandra Gillespie is a Professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), where she also serves as Vice-President and Principal. She is a leading scholar in book history and medieval literature, with a focus on the interplay between text technologies, literary theory, and cultural heritage. Her work bridges disciplines, connecting historical and global perspectives through collaborative research. Hons. BA, Victoria University of Wellington MSt and DPhil in English, University of Oxford Her research spans medieval and early modern literary studies, book history, and digital humanities. She has co-edited major publications on premodern text production and authored the seminal monograph Print Culture and the Medieval Author , which remains highly cited in the field. Gillespie co-founded the Old Books New Science Lab (OBNS) at UTM and St George campuses, fostering interdisciplinary research in medieval bookbinding, computational humanities, and manuscript studies. Her recent scholarship focuses on the global history of the book, including the Mellon-funded Hidden Stories project, which involves over 130 collaborators from 60 institutions. Key themes in her publications include manuscript-aesthetic form, print invention, and philological approaches to medieval texts. She has contributed to foundational handbooks in Chaucer and novel studies. At UTM, Gillespie mentors undergraduate research assistants, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows, integrating pedagogy with her research on textual materiality. She actively collaborates with international networks and institutions, such as the Aga Khan Museum, where her work on The Book and the Silk Roads was exhibited.

• Book History
• Early Medieval Literature
• Late Medieval Literature
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Elizabeth (Lisa) Alexandrin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religion at the Faculty of Arts, University of Manitoba . Her academic work bridges Islamic Studies , Sufism , and gender theory , with a focus on visual and textual representations of mysticism. Education: PhD in Islamic Studies, McGill University (2006) MA in Anthropology, University of Toronto (1993) BA in Anthropology, Boston University (1993) Research Interests: Islamic intellectual history Sufism Ismaili thought Body histories Visual piety Key Themes in Publications: Apocalyptic narratives in Fāṭimid Ismāʿīlī thought Qurʾanic calligraphy as spiritual practice Symbolism of walāyah (sainthood) in Sufi texts Intersection of dreams and mystical exegesis Awards: SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2018-2022) Explore SSHRC/University of Manitoba grant (2021-2022) SSHRC standard research grant (2011-2012)

• Islamic Intellectual History
• Sufism
• Ismaili Thought
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Erik Kwakkel is a Professor at the University of British Columbia, School of Information , specializing in the History of the Book , Codicology , and Digital Humanities . His research examines premodern communication systems, focusing on manuscript design, marginalia, and knowledge dissemination before print culture. Director, UBC iSchool (2020–present) Member, Comité International de Paléographie Latine (CIPL) Active in digitization projects and outreach through medievalbooks.nl blog and social media His research bridges material culture with digital innovation, analyzing medieval parchment reuse, manuscript fragments in early-modern bindings, and collaborative book production networks in Paris. He pioneered framed fragment storage at UBC for safer pedagogical use of delicate materials. Selected Publications include Books Before Print (2018), Medicine at Monte Cassino (2019), and The European Book in the Twelfth Century (2018). His media impact spans BBC World Service , CNN , and Smithsonian Magazine . Awards & Recognition : International expert on medieval manuscripts Buzzfeed's '8 Book Historians Killing It Online' (2014) CIPL Membership

• History of the Book
• Digital Humanities
• Codicology
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Timothy Pettipiece is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religion at Carleton University, part of the College of Humanities. He holds an Hon. BA in Classical Languages from the University of Guelph (2000), an MA in Religion and Culture from Wilfrid Laurier University (2002), and a PhD in Religious Studies from Université Laval (2006). His research focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to religious cultures of Late Antiquity, particularly Gnostic and Manichaean studies, and the reception of ancient religious ideas in modern media. His teaching interests include Classics and Religion, with a specialization in Manichaean literature and the intersection of late ancient religious texts with contemporary cultural narratives. Key research areas are Coptic Manichaean homilies, Syriac Christianities in Mesopotamia, and gender roles in early religious communities. Dr. Pettipiece’s publications emphasize textual analysis of apocryphal traditions, redaction criticism in Manichaean and early Christian texts, and comparative religious studies. Recent work explores intersections between Manichaean theology and global religious movements, as well as modern reinterpretations of ancient mythologies in popular culture. He currently serves as an academic leader in Carleton’s Religion program, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate curriculum development. His office is located in 2A51 Paterson Hall, and he maintains active engagement with international scholarly networks through conferences and collaborative research projects.

• Classics and Religion
• Gnostic and Manichaean Studies
• Late Antiquity
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Patrick Moran is an Associate Professor of French in the Department of French, Hispanic & Italian Studies at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Arts. He joined UBC in 2018 after teaching positions at Université Paris-Sorbonne, Université Lyon 2, Université Montpellier 3, McMaster University, University of Ottawa, and Université Laval. Moran holds a PhD from Université Paris-Sorbonne and is an alumnus of the École Normale Supérieure (Paris). Moran specializes in medieval French literature with particular focus on Arthurian romance from the 12th and 13th centuries. His research uniquely bridges literary theory—especially reader-response theory, narrative theory, and cognitive poetics—with material philology and codicology. He has also published significant research on fantasy fiction and modern medievalism, while himself being an author of two fantasy novels and multiple science fiction short stories. His scholarly work examines medieval narrative genres, manuscript studies, and the intersection between theoretical approaches and textual materiality. Moran's research output shows a clear trajectory from his doctoral work on inter-romanesque networks in Grail cycles to broader investigations of genre theory, narrative structure, and the reception of medieval literature. His 2019 Cambridge University Press monograph The Canons of Fantasy: Lands of High Adventure represents a significant expansion of his scholarly interests into fantasy literature studies. His recent publications increasingly explore the connections between medieval narrative techniques and contemporary interactive media. SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2019-2022): Literary Genre in the French-Speaking Middle Ages: From Manuscript Studies to Cognitive Theory UBC Public Humanities Hub Project (2020): Tracing the Scribe: Reassessing Professional Networks in the Paris Book Trade (collaborative project) Moran maintains an active research agenda with publications spanning medieval French literature, Arthurian studies, narrative theory, and fantasy literature. His work demonstrates how medieval textual practices continue to inform contemporary narrative forms, from traditional scholarship to digital media and interactive fiction.

• Medieval French Literature
• Arthurian Romance
• Narrative Theory
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Dr. Jonathan Loopstra is a Professor of History at Redeemer University , specializing in Church History, Biblical Languages, and Middle Eastern History. He has previously held positions at the University of Northwestern-St. Paul, Capital University, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Reformed Theological Seminary, and The American University of Iraq-Sulaimania. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Early Christian Studies from The Catholic University of America, an MSt in Syriac Studies from Oxford University, and an MA in Christian Thought from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. His research focuses on the Bible’s reception across centuries, particularly in multicultural and multilingual contexts of the late Antique and Medieval Middle East. He explores Syriac Christian literature, the history of preaching, cross-cultural relations, and pedagogical practices in antiquity. Research fellowship, Institute for Advanced Study at Princeton Research fellowship, Hill Monastic Manuscript Library Dr. Loopstra’s publications analyze Syriac manuscripts, biblical translation traditions, and theological handbooks. His work bridges biblical lexicography, patristics, and manuscript preservation, with a forthcoming commentary on Gregory of Nazianzus and studies on Syriac teaching manuals. He teaches courses spanning Classical History, Church History, Islamic Encounters, Medieval Europe, and Christian Political Thought, emphasizing historical theory and cross-cultural understanding from ancient Sumer to the Gulf War.

• Church History
• Biblical Languages
• Islam
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William Schipper is a Full Professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD from Queen’s University and an MA from the University of Windsor. His research focuses on Old English literature, Carolingian studies, Biblical commentaries, and the works of Hrabanus Maurus. He has held visiting fellowships at the Pontifical Institute of Medieval Studies and is a Life Member of Clare Hall, Cambridge. His recent publications explore medieval textual criticism, Carolingian intellectual culture, and the transmission of medieval manuscripts. He regularly presents at international congresses, including keynote addresses at the Atlantic Medieval Association and the International Congress on Medieval Studies. Schipper has taught undergraduate and graduate courses on Old English, Chaucer, medieval romance, and the cultural legacy of the Middle Ages. Current research includes critical editions of Hrabanus Maurus’s De rerum naturis and Tractatus supra Actuum Apostolorum . He has served on Memorial University’s Senate (1998–2017) and the MUNFA Executive Committee, including a term as President (2001–08).

• Old English
• Carolingian studies
• Biblical commentaries
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Sarah Tolmie is a Professor of English at the University of Waterloo. She holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and MA/BA degrees from the University of Toronto, specializing in medieval and early modern literature , creative writing , and cognitive poetics . Her research bridges visionary poetry , historiography , and speculative fiction , with a focus on embodiment and philosophical allegory . Education : PhD (University of Cambridge), MA & BA (University of Toronto) Research Interests : Tolmie’s work explores intersections between medieval literature , weird fiction , and existential themes . Her recent memoir-in-aphorisms and Sacraments for the Unfit (2023) examine pandemic isolation , ghostly relationships , and philosophical estrangement . She has published extensively on William Langland’s Piers Plowman and M.R. James’s ghost stories . Selected Scientific Awards : 2020 Philip K Dick Special Citation ( The Little Animals ) 2019 Aurora & Rhysling Poetry Awards ( Ursula Le Guin in the Underworld ) 2018 Griffin Poetry Prize Finalist ( The Art of Dying ) 2016 Pat Lowther Award Shortlist ( Trio ) 2007 University of Waterloo Travel Grant Advising & Grants : Tolmie supervises graduate work in Middle English/Scots historiography , premodern theory of mind , and cognitive poetics . She has received funding from the Canada Council , Ontario Arts Council , and SSHRCC for projects including The Salvation Suit and The Little Animals . Labs & Collaborations : Tolmie’s creative work intersects with academic research via collaborations like the Encyclopedia of Science Fiction entry and the Fiery Sparks of Light AR poetry installation (2021) at the Frankfurt Book Fair, alongside Margaret Atwood and Canisia Lubrin.

• Medieval Literature
• Early Modern Literature
• Creative Writing
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Misha Teramura is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, affiliated with the Department of English. They serve as both a Graduate Faculty member and Undergraduate Instructor, contributing to the study of early modern literature and drama. Their research spans manuscript studies, book history, and Shakespearean scholarship, with a focus on textual authenticity and lost plays. Hons. BA, University of Toronto AM, Harvard University PhD, Harvard University Teramura's research interests center on early modern manuscript culture, the reception of classical texts in Renaissance drama, and the reconstruction of lost plays. Their work often intersects with editorial practices and textual analysis, exploring how historical documents inform literary interpretation. Teramura's recent publications highlight trends in manuscript studies, Shakespearean hoaxes, and classical influences in English drama. They examine textual errors, scribal practices, and intertextual relationships, particularly between Roman comedy and early modern plays.

• Book History
• Drama / Theatre History
• Early Modern Literature
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Courtney Booker is a Professor and Associate Head - Graduate at the University of British Columbia 's Department of History within the Faculty of Arts . Holding a Ph.D. from UCLA, he specializes in Carolingian intellectual and cultural history with cross-cutting interests in Historiography Rhetoric and narrative Latin philology Codicology Political theology His current project Kingdom of Conscience examines medieval notions of truth and conscience, while Lost Cause explores the transmission of Nithard's chronicle containing the first French text. He has completed an English translation of Lyon bishop Agobard's polemical writings. Awards include American Philosophical Society Franklin Research Grants (2018,2007) Killam Teaching Prize (2009) SSHRC Standard Research Grant (2008–11) Humboldt Research Fellowships Professor Booker has supervised numerous graduate students including Josh Timmermann (Ph.D. 2021) and Georg Heinzle (Ph.D. 2019). His publications bridge manuscript studies, political theology, and reception history across twelve books and over thirty peer-reviewed articles.

• Medieval Europe
• Carolingian intellectual and cultural history
• Historiography
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Dr. Joseph Grossi is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Victoria, with affiliations in Medieval Studies and the MEMS concentration. He teaches across disciplines, including Hispanic and Italian Studies, focusing on Old and Middle English literature, Anglo-Saxon studies, and Italian Trecento literature. Holding a BA from Providence College and MA/PhD from Ohio State University, his research explores medieval identities, textual exegesis, and cross-cultural influences. Recent works include Angles on a Kingdom (2021) and articles on Dante’s diplomatic role and Hereward the Wake narratives. He supervises graduate students in medieval literary fields and teaches courses like Old English Literature, Chaucer studies, and Medieval Italian texts. Education: BA, Providence College MA and PhD, Ohio State University Research interests emphasize medieval literary history, with special attention to regional identities in Old English texts, Mediterranean cultural exchanges, and the interplay between liturgical writing and political narratives. His work bridges Anglo-Saxon and Italian medieval traditions, analyzing how literature reflects geopolitical tensions and monastic historiography. Teaching spans from introductory Old English courses to advanced studies in Chaucer and Dante, often integrating interdisciplinary approaches. Upcoming courses include studies on Chaucer and Italian literature, as well as Dante’s Divine Comedy . His work-in-progress monograph explores Hereward the Wake’s legacy in medieval historiography.

• Old English Literature
• Middle English Literature
• Anglo-Saxon Studies
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Adrienne Williams Boyarin is a Professor of English at the University of Victoria, specializing in medieval English literature and culture. She joined UVic in 2006 after earning dual BA and PhD degrees in English and Medieval Studies from UC Berkeley (2006). Her work focuses on early Middle English, religious writings, Christian-Jewish polemics, and representations of women in medieval texts, particularly Marian legends and hagiographies. She teaches courses ranging from introductory literary traditions to advanced seminars on gender, sanctity, and anti-Jewish discourse in medieval England. Her research highlights intersections between law, religion, and Jewish-Christian relations, as seen in her books *Miracles of the Virgin in Medieval England: Law and Jewishness in Marian Legends* (2010) and *The Siege of Jerusalem* (2013). Boyarin’s scholarship engages with medieval manuscripts, legal documents, and polemical literature, emphasizing how these texts reflect broader cultural and theological debates. In addition to her monographs, she has published widely in journals like *Notes & Queries* and *Religion and Literature*, analyzing themes such as medieval anti-Semitism, female agency in religious narratives, and intertextual connections between biblical and classical texts. Her pedagogical contributions include innovative courses on medieval manuscripts and collaborative projects with UVic’s special collections. Boyarin’s work bridges literary analysis with historical and legal contexts, offering critical insights into medieval England’s religious and cultural landscape. Her current research continues to explore the complex roles of Jewish communities and legal frameworks in shaping medieval English literature.

• Medieval literature
• Early Middle English
• Religion and literature
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Riccardo Macchioro is an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Medieval Studies within the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto, holding a cross-appointment at University of St. Michael's College since July 2024. Previously, he served as an RTD-A (Ricercatore a tempo determinato di tipo A) at the University of Milan from March 2022 to July 2024. His academic journey reflects a deep commitment to medieval studies with international experience across European institutions. Education: Ph.D. in Digital Humanities for Medieval Studies, University of Cassino and Southern Lazio (2013-2015) M.A. in Classics, University of Milan (2009-2010) B.A. in Classics, University of Milan (2005-2008) Macchioro's research focuses on medieval Latin literature and manuscript studies with particular emphasis on the reception of patristics and Latin classics, Dante Alighieri's Latin works, Greek into Latin translations, and universal chronicles. His interdisciplinary approach uniquely combines literary, paleographical, and codicological methodologies with digital humanities applications. This integration of traditional philological methods with cutting-edge digital tools has positioned him at the forefront of innovative medieval scholarship. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent trajectory exploring textual transmission, manuscript variation, and the complex networks of medieval literary culture. Macchioro's work reveals sophisticated patterns in how medieval texts were adapted, translated, and transmitted across different cultural contexts, with particular attention to the intersections between Greek and Latin traditions, the evolution of Dante's Latin works, and the digital modeling of medieval manuscript traditions. Scientific Awards and Recognition: KNAW Early Career Partnership from the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (2021) €200,000 grant from the Italian Ministry of Research for his project on Universal Latin Chronicles in Medieval Italy (2022) Multiple research grants and scholarships including those from the Zeno Karl Schindler Foundation and University of Salerno As Principal Investigator for the project 'Universal Latin Chronicles in Medieval Italy (1183-1340): Evolutions and Networks between Traditional Models and (Pre-)Humanistic Experiments,' Macchioro has secured significant funding among Italy's most competitive research programs (PRIN). His leadership extends to his role as a key contributor to the ERC-funded PASSIM project (Patristic Sermons in the Middle Ages), where he has developed innovative virtual research environments for studying medieval manuscript traditions. His collaborative work spans multiple European institutions including Radboud University Nijmegen, where he served as a Post-Doctoral Researcher in the Department of History, Art History and Classics. Macchioro maintains active membership in the International Society for the Study of Medieval Latin Culture and contributes to the Vocabolario Dantesco Latino (VDL) project, positioning him at the nexus of multiple scholarly communities dedicated to advancing medieval studies through both traditional and digital methodologies.

• Medieval Latin Literature
• Manuscript Studies
• Digital Humanities
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Richard Moll is a Professor in the Department of English and Writing Studies at Western University, serving as Program Director for Medieval Studies. He holds a PhD from the University of Toronto (1999), an MA (1991), and a BA from York University (1989). His research focuses on medieval literary traditions, particularly the adaptation and transformation of canonical texts across languages and genres. He specializes in Arthurian literature, Ovidian translations, and heraldic literature, with current work on the textual world of English heralds. His teaching bridges close author studies (e.g., the Gawain-poet) and expansive surveys of British literary traditions. He emphasizes engagement with medieval aesthetics and ethics through primary texts. Key research interests include manuscript studies, medieval historiography, and the interplay between textual and visual traditions in heraldic materials. His publications span critical editions of medieval texts, analyses of heraldic literature, and studies of Arthurian narratives. Recent works address the Cecil genealogy's dissemination and the Ovidian translations of William Caxton. His scholarship bridges material manuscript analysis with broader cultural and political contexts. Moll’s work often examines how medieval texts interact with later adaptations, such as the influence of Gerard Legh’s heraldic manuals on Renaissance literature. He has contributed to interdisciplinary projects on medieval reading practices and manuscript production, reflecting his commitment to integrating textual analysis with historical and cultural frameworks.

• Medieval Literature
• Arthurian Studies
• Heraldic Literature
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