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Judit BodnarView profile

Professor

• Urban Theory
• Urban History
• Modernity and Capitalism
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Judit Bodnar is a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Social Anthropology at Central European University (CEU), affiliated with the Doctoral School of History. Her research spans urban theory, political economy of globalization, public space, and the cultural dimensions of capitalism. She actively contributes to academic discourse through publications and editorial roles. Research Interests: Urban theory and history Modernity and capitalism (comparative and historical) Uneven development Public space and public art Political economy and culture of globalization Sharing economy and digital platforms Food and politics Her recent work focuses on the transformation of public and private boundaries in the context of digital platforms like Airbnb and home restaurants, as well as the racial and spatial segregation of Roma communities in urban Europe. She critically examines the legacies of 1968 as a global moment and the gentrification of urban spaces such as Chicago’s Cabrini Green. The publication trends reflect a deep engagement with urban sociology, political economy, and cultural critique, especially in the context of neoliberalism, digital transformation, and global inequality. Her work bridges historical analysis with contemporary urban challenges. Editorial Role: Co-editor, Critical Historical Studies , University of Chicago Press Academic Events: Privacy Goes Public: Airbnb, Home Restaurant and the Reconfiguring of Public and Private in the Sharing Economy (November 24, 2021) Racial Cities: The Segregation of Roma in Urban Europe (October 5, 2017) She advises doctoral students in the Doctoral School of History and supervises research on urban and historical sociology. Her work is supported by interdisciplinary collaborations and engagement with global scholarly networks. She is involved in critical urban research, often linking theory with social justice concerns. Labs and Research Groups: Active participant in urban sociology and globalization research clusters at CEU Contributor to transnational dialogues on the right to the city and urban commons

• Phonology
• Phonetics
• Automatic Speech Recognition
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Dr. Gábor Pintér holds dual academic appointments as Assistant Professor at Károli Gáspár Reformed University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (Department of Japanology) and as Associate Professor at Kobe University's School of Languages and Communication. Born in Hungary in 1977, he earned his MA (2005) and PhD (2008) in Linguistics from Kobe University, Japan, with a dissertation on asymmetrical segment distributions in Japanese. His research focuses on three interconnected domains: phonological theory (especially Japanese phonology), experimental phonetics, and applications of automatic speech recognition in language education. Specific interests include vowel devoicing patterns, prosodic perception in L2 learners, phonotactic constraints, and diachronic sound changes in Japanese. Pintér actively contributes to international research collaborations, including the JSPS-funded project 'Stochastic & theoretical phonological research' and serves as chair of the Phonology Association in Kansai (PAIK). His 15 most recent publications demonstrate methodological diversity, combining theoretical linguistics with computational approaches and experimental studies, primarily focused on Japanese phonetics and speech technology applications. Professional memberships include board positions in The Phonological Society of Japan and memberships in the International Speech Communication Association and Association for Laboratory Phonology.

Dorottya HollóView profile

Associate Professor

• Intercultural Communication
• English Language Pedagogy
• Australian Studies
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Dorottya Holló is a Habilitated Associate Professor at the Department of English Language Pedagogy, School of English and American Studies, Eötvös Loránd University. She specializes in Intercultural Communication, English Language Teaching (ELT), and Australian cultural studies. Email: hollo.dorottya@btk.elte.hu Office: Room 406, Address: 1088 Budapest, Rákóczi út 5. Phone: 4399 Her research focuses on: Intercultural Communication Competence (ICC) Cultural dimensions and discourse analysis Nonverbal communication across cultures Historical and media representations of national cultures She teaches courses including: BA Level : Australia through Documentaries, Skills Development for ICC MA Level : Researching Intercultural Communication PhD Level : Research Seminar 3 and 4

• Adult Education
• Lifelong Learning
• Volunteering
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Zsuzsánna D. Babos is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Research on Adult Education and Knowledge Management under Eötvös Loránd University. Her work focuses on adult education, labor market dynamics, and social participation mechanisms. She leads the New Challenges in the Labour Market Research Group , exploring contemporary workforce trends and skill development strategies. Research interests include analyzing volunteering behavior among youth, institutional program design for civic engagement, and the intersection of higher education with societal roles. Her publications span practical guides for program implementation to critical analyses of generational social participation patterns. Contact details include email babos.zsuzsanna@ppk.elte.hu and office location at Kazinczy u. 23-27 in Budapest. Office hours require appointment via email.

• Participatory Action Research
• Social Justice
• Sustainability
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György Málovics serves as a Professor at the Institute of Ecological Economics within the Faculty of Economics at the University of Szeged, Hungary. His academic foundation includes a Graduate Economist degree (2002), PhD in Economics (2010), and Habilitation in Economics (2015), all from Hungarian institutions. His educational credentials: Graduate Economist, University of Szeged (2002) PhD in Economics, University of Pécs (2010) Habilitation in Economics, University of Szeged (2015) Professor Málovics specializes in participatory action research with emphases on social justice and sustainability transformations . His work centers on collaborative methodologies that empower marginalized communities through practical interventions in urban desegregation, local economic development, and ecological economics. He bridges academic theory with real-world social impact through community-engaged scholarship. His 13 publications from 2015-2020 reveal consistent focus on Hungarian urban contexts, particularly Roma community integration and socio-environmental justice. Key trends include transformative approaches to responsible research and innovation, place-based sustainability solutions, and critical examinations of policy implementation through participatory frameworks that challenge systemic inequalities. As an active grant recipient, Professor Málovics has led major international projects: SASMob (2018-2021): Senior researcher/task leader for sustainable mobility alliance FoTRRIS (2015-2018): Coordinated Hungarian participatory action researchers in EU innovation systems project PERARES (2010-2014): Research task leader for public engagement in science OTKA K-109425 (2013-2017): Senior researcher on capability approach for local development He maintains active roles in the European Society for Ecological Economics (since 2008), Living Knowledge Network (since 2013), and Hungarian Academy of Sciences' Regional Science Committee (since 2008), fostering international research collaborations on sustainability transformations.

Karolina Lendák-KabókView profile

Associate Professor

• Ethnic Studies
• Gender Studies
• Minority Rights
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Karolina Lendák-Kabók is an Associate Professor at the Department of Minority Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences, Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) in Budapest, Hungary. She simultaneously holds an Assistant Professorship at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Novi Sad, Serbia. Currently serving as a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellow (2022-2024), her academic journey spans multiple institutions across Europe including visiting researcher positions at Central European University, University of Sydney, Université Paris-Est Créteil, University of Lausanne, Purdue University, and University of Victoria. Her educational background includes a BA (2010) and MA (2012) in Law from the University of Novi Sad, followed by a PhD in Gender Studies (2019) from the Center for Gender Studies at the same institution. Her research focuses on the intersection of ethnicity, gender, and language barriers within academic and social contexts, with particular emphasis on ethnic minorities in Serbia, intermarriage dynamics, and gender disparities in higher education. Dr. Lendák-Kabók's scholarly output reveals a consistent focus on ethnic minority experiences in Central and Eastern Europe, particularly examining how language barriers and gender intersect to create unique challenges for minority communities. Her publications demonstrate expertise in both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, with recurring themes of identity formation, social integration, and the impact of historical conflicts on contemporary interethnic relations. She has made significant contributions to understanding intermarriage patterns across different European contexts, contrasting Western Europe's immigrant-host society dynamics with Central and Eastern Europe's minority-majority relationships. Her scientific recognition includes the ELTE Promising Researcher Award (2023), Anđelka Milić Award for enhancing gender equality (2022), Crystal Ball Award (2017), and the prestigious Bolyai János Research Scholarship (2024). She has received multiple scholarships including the National Excellence scholarship in Hungary (2014) and the Collegium Talentum research scholarship (2013-2016). ELTE Promising Researcher Award (2023) Anđelka Milić Award for gender equality (2022) Crystal Ball Award for outstanding scientific contribution (2017) Bolyai János Research Scholarship (2024) National Excellence scholarship in Hungary (2014) Collegium Talentum research scholarship (2013-2016) As a mentor, she has supervised MA students Nisreen Alsoudi (who received the Best MA Award) and Julia Pecker, and collaborates with PhD student Rebeka Bakos on research related to the Marie Curie Fellowship. Her scholarly work has resulted in over 50 publications including the monograph Ethnic Minorities in Serbian Academia – the Role of Gender and Language Barrier (Palgrave Macmillan, 2022) and the edited volume Üvegplafon? (Glass ceiling?, Forum 2020). She has also established research collaborations across multiple countries, conducting fieldwork in Japan, Australia, France, Switzerland, USA, and Canada.

Federico BattistonView profile

Associate Professor

• Network Science
• Complex Systems
• Computational Social Science
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Federico Battiston is an Associate Professor of Network Science and Director of the PhD Program in Network Science at Central European University (CEU), the first such program in Europe. He holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics from Queen Mary University of London and degrees in statistical physics from Sapienza University of Rome. His research focuses on network science, complex systems, and computational social science, with contributions in leading journals like Nature Physics , Physical Review Letters , and Science Advances . He coordinates the software project Hypergraphx and was Chair of NetSci2023, the largest Network Science conference. He has received awards including the Complex Systems Society's Junior Award (2022) and the European Physical Society's Early Career Prize (2021). Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics, Queen Mary University of London MSc in Theoretical Physics, Sapienza University of Rome BSc in Physics, Sapienza University of Rome Research Interests: Battiston explores generalized network structures (e.g., multilayer and higher-order networks), dynamics on networks (epidemics, social/cultural dynamics, synchronization), and their applications in social systems, neuroscience, and ecology. He emphasizes how network topology influences collective behavior and emergent phenomena. Key Contributions: His work includes hypergraph modeling, collaboration in escape rooms, and the role of higher-order interactions in brain networks. He co-authored the book Higher-order systems and guest-edited a Focus Collection on higher-order networks in Communications Physics . Awards & Roles: Junior Award of the Complex Systems Society (2022) Early Career Prize, European Physical Society (2021) Elected Member, Complex Systems Society Council Editor, Communications Physics Advising & Grants: Advised PhD students such as Milan Janosov, Luis Natera, and Rebeka Szabo. Two students received CEU Advanced Awards. His projects include Mapping the Higher-Order Dynamics of Neurodegeneration and DYNASNET . Labs/Teams: Leads the Hypergraphx team and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects in network science, including ecological networks and urban mobility analysis.

Klára TrencsényiView profile

Visiting Professor

• Documentary Filmmaking
• Cinematography
• Arts and Culture
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Klára Trencsényi is a Visiting Professor of Practice at the Undergraduate Program of Central European University (CEU), appointed since 2020. A prominent figure in documentary filmmaking, she holds a qualification in Directing Photography from the Hungarian Film Academy, Budapest, and a degree in Spanish Philology from Eötvös Loránd University. Her work focuses on social and creative documentaries, blending artistic vision with socio-cultural critique. Member of faculty at CEU’s Undergraduate Program Lecturer at Budapest’s Metropolitan University (since 2017) Her documentaries, including Train to Adulthood and Corvin Variations , have screened globally at festivals like IDFA Amsterdam, Margaret Mead Festival (NY), and Sarajevo Film Festival. She has received grants from the European Union’s Creative Media Program, Visegrad Fund, and Nipkow Fellowship Programme, as well as participation in prestigious workshops like DocsBarcelona and Berlinale Talent Campus. As an educator, she teaches documentary writing, directing, and film presentation at CEU, Budapest Technical University, and Anderson Art Lab. She co-founded the DunaDOCK Creative Documentary Development Forum to support emerging filmmakers. Awards: Recognized for Train to Adulthood (unspecified honors) Grants: European Union Creative Media Program, Visegrad Fund, Nipkow Fellowship

Bela GreskovitsView profile

Professor

• Political Economy
• Comparative Economic Development
• Social Movements
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Béla Greskovits is a University Professor at the Central European University (CEU) in Vienna, Austria, holding dual roles in the Department of International Relations and Department of Political Science, alongside Emeritus statuses in both departments. He also serves as a University Professor in the Doctoral School of Political Science, Public Policy, and International Relations. His research focuses on the political economy of East-Central Europe, comparative economic development, social movements, and democratization, with a current emphasis on civil society’s role in the rise of right-wing populism. Academic appointments include visiting roles at Harvard University (2008-09), Cornell University (1998-99), and the European University Institute (2016-21). He earned a PhD in Economics from the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (1996) and an MA from the Budapest University of Economics (1980). Fluent in Hungarian, English, and German, he has authored over 100 publications, including the influential book Capitalist Diversity on Europe's Periphery (2012, co-authored with Dorothee Bohle), which won the Stein Rokkan Prize in 2013. Key Awards: 2021 East European Politics Best Article Prize, 2021 Polányi Károly Prize, Danubius Award (2018), Bibó István Prize (2014), and CEU Outstanding Research Award (2014). His work bridges political economy and sociology, analyzing how economic systems interact with democratization processes. Recent publications explore nationalism, rule of law crises in Europe, and Hungary’s illiberal turn. He has advised numerous policy initiatives and remains a leading voice on post-socialist transformation and civil society dynamics.

Zsigmond LuczaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Contemporary Painting
• Transmedia Art
• Visual Communication
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Zsigmond Lucza (born 1978 in Budapest) is a Hungarian contemporary artist and university assistant professor at the Hungarian University of Fine Arts, Department of Visual Art since 2022. He holds a DLA (Doctor of Liberal Arts) degree from the University of Pécs Faculty of Arts (2011-2014) and has extensive international experience including studies at the University of Lapland in Finland (2012-2013). Lucza's educational background includes dual Master's degrees from the Hungarian University of Fine Arts (2002-2007) in both Painting and Visual Art Teacher programs, along with foundational training at the Buda Drawing School (2000-2002). His academic career includes teaching positions at Jelky András Applied Arts Vocational High School (2014-2018), Modell Fashion School (2008-2012), and Kolumbusz Humanities High School (2005-2007). Lucza's artistic practice spans contemporary painting, transmedia art, and mixed media works, with significant focus on digital integration in traditional art forms. His research interests center on transmedia tendencies in contemporary Hungarian painting, visual communication, and the evolving relationship between digital and physical art spaces. His work often explores identity, perception, and the integration of technology in artistic expression, creating pieces that bridge traditional painting techniques with contemporary digital aesthetics. His artistic output shows a consistent evolution from figurative works toward more experimental transmedia approaches, with recent projects focusing on environmental reflection, digital portraiture, and collaborative installations. Lucza's work demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of both traditional painting techniques and contemporary digital media, creating a distinctive visual language that addresses current artistic concerns while maintaining strong technical foundations. Lucza has received multiple awards including an Erasmus scholarship for study at the University of Lapland, a scholarship from the Budapest Gallery and Kunststiftung Baden-Württemberg, and first prizes in national competitions. His professional affiliations include membership in the Hungarian Artists' Association (MAOE) since 2007, the MAMŰ Society since 2015, and non-academic membership in the Hungarian Academy of Arts (MMA) since 2022. As an educator, Lucza has conducted numerous workshops internationally including the Experimental Drawing Course at the Latvian Academy of Arts and Transmedia Workshops at the University of Pécs. His curatorial work includes the 'Medium Summoners' exhibition at MAMŰ Gallery in Budapest (2017). Lucza maintains an active exhibition schedule with solo shows across Hungary, Finland, and Slovenia, alongside participation in numerous international artist colonies and collaborative projects.

• Philosophy of Religion
• Liturgy
• History of Philosophy
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István Zalatnay is an Associate Professor in the Department of Liberal Arts at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Gáspár Károli Reformed University. His academic work bridges philosophy and theology, with a strong focus on liturgical studies, the philosophy of religion, and the history of philosophy. His educational background includes a PhD in Philosophical Sciences from Eötvös Loránd University (2004), an MA in Philosophy from the same institution (1995), and training as a Reformed pastor (1985). He previously served as an Associate Professor and Vice-Rector at Pápai Reformed Theological Academy. His research interests are extensive, encompassing logic, epistemology, systematic theology, and international relations with a focus on minority policy. His scholarship is deeply rooted in phenomenological analysis, particularly of liturgical texts and religious experience. His recent publications, spanning from 2011 to 2023, demonstrate a consistent focus on Hungarian Reformed theology, liturgical practice, and the interplay between philosophy and religion. Key themes include the future of the church, sacred time and space, the interpretation of historical and theological texts (such as the Heidelberg Catechism), and the legacy of Hungarian philosophical and theological figures. He has supervised doctoral students, including Ágnes Fekete on the topic of liturgy and time. His international experience includes a research fellowship at the North Atlantic Assembly in 1992. He is fluent in English, German, and French, with reading proficiency in Italian. His primary point of contact is via email at zalatnay.istvan@kre.hu.

Constantin IordachiView profile

Professor

• Fascism Studies
• Comparative History
• Transnational History
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Constantin Iordachi is a Professor in the Department of Historical Studies and a University Professor in the Doctoral School of History at Central European University (CEU). He co-directs Pasts Inc., Center for Historical Studies, and holds editorial leadership roles, including Editor-in-Chief of the CEU Review of Books and Co-Editor-in-Chief of East Central Europe (Brill). He is President of the International Association for Comparative Fascist Studies (ComFas) and a member of Academia Europaea and the House of European History’s Academic Committee. Education: Ph.D. in Comparative History, CEU Budapest (2003) Habilitation, CEU Budapest (2017) M.A., University of Leeds (1997) B.A. and M.A., University of Bucharest (1994, 1995) His research centers on comparative and transnational history, with a focus on fascism, totalitarianism, citizenship, nationalism, and memory politics in East-Central and Southeastern Europe. He has pioneered interdisciplinary approaches to political radicalism, biopolitics, and the history of communist dictatorships. His work explores the intersections of ideology, violence, and state-building, particularly in Romania and the Balkans. The recent scholarly articles reflect a consistent engagement with themes of memory cultures, victimhood, political violence, and ideological transfers. His publications span comparative fascism, Holocaust studies, citizenship regimes, and the transnational dimensions of authoritarianism. He frequently employs comparative and entangled history methodologies to analyze regional developments within global frameworks. Scientific Awards: 2019 CEU Award for Outstanding Research He has supervised numerous doctoral students on topics including Holocaust memory, partisan identity, antisemitism, veteran politics, and state violence. His academic leadership includes past roles as Head of the Department of History (2008–2011) and Director of the Doctoral Program in History (2014–2019). He has held fellowships at the Woodrow Wilson Center, Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin, and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. He is actively involved in editorial and advisory boards, including for Fascism: Journal of Comparative Fascist Studies and the book series East Central Europe and Studies in Political Radicalization. He contributes to public discourse through interviews and policy-oriented publications on citizenship and historical memory.

Tommaso SoaveView profile

Associate Professor

• International Economic Law
• International Dispute Settlement
• Legal Theory
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Tommaso Soave is an Associate Professor and Co-Director of the Doctoral Program at the Department of Legal Studies, Central European University, Vienna. His work bridges international law, sociology, and global governance, with a focus on the socio-professional dynamics shaping international adjudication. His academic background includes a PhD in International Law from the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, an LLM from Harvard Law School, an MA in International Relations from Sciences Po Paris, and a law degree from the University of Turin. He is admitted to the New York Bar. Soave’s research centers on international economic law, dispute settlement, legal theory, and sociological approaches to global governance. His acclaimed 2022 monograph, The Everyday Makers of International Law (Cambridge University Press), investigates how the professional culture of international lawyers influences judicial outcomes. His publications explore themes such as judicial bureaucracies, legal invisibility, and the social field of international courts, contributing to a deeper understanding of the human and institutional dimensions of international law. His recent and forthcoming articles, published in leading journals like the American Journal of International Law , Leiden Journal of International Law , and Austrian Journal of Public Law , reveal a consistent focus on the sociology of international adjudication, judicial communities, and the politics of legal knowledge. The interdisciplinary nature of his work combines law, sociology, and political theory to analyze how legal decisions are shaped by professional practices and institutional contexts. Tommaso Soave regularly consults for intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations on trade and investment law. While no formal list of advisees is provided, his role as Co-Director of the Doctoral Program indicates active involvement in mentoring PhD candidates. He has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards. He is affiliated with professional networks including SSRN, ResearchGate, and Twitter, and maintains an active scholarly profile through publications and conference participation, such as his event on The Many Cultures of the International Court of Justice in November 2024.

Miklos SzócskaView profile

Professor

• Healthcare Management
• Network Analysis
• Leadership and Change Management
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Miklós Szócska is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Public Health at Semmelweis University, Budapest. He also serves as the Director of the Healthcare Management Training Center and Head of the Institute of Digital Health Sciences. His career bridges academic leadership with healthcare policy, including roles as Secretary of State for Health (2010–2014), where he focused on evidence-based health policy, public health taxes, and e-health systems. Education: General Practitioner, Semmelweis University (1989) Master of Public Administration, Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government (1998–1999) PhD, Semmelweis University (2008) Research Interests: Szócska's work spans network analysis , leadership and change management , crisis communication , social innovation , and big data/AI applications in healthcare . His recent studies focus on reconstructing 3D histological structures via machine learning, global mortality linked to pathogens, and tobacco control policies. Article Trends: His publications emphasize global health metrics (e.g., mortality decomposition, colorectal cancer risk factors) and digital health innovations (AI, e-health). Systematic analyses from the Global Burden of Disease Study frequently inform his research. Academic Affiliations: He leads the Institute of Digital Health Sciences and chairs the Faculty of Public Health at Semmelweis University. His international roles include Board Membership at the European Health Forum Gastein and Supervisory Board positions at EIT Health.

Gabor KolohView profile

Assistant Professor

• Demographic History
• Social History
• Economic History
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Dr. Gábor Koloh is a contemporary Assistant Professor and Research Fellow at the Eötvös Loránd University (Department of Economic and Social History) and the HUN–REN RCH Institute of History . His scholarly work focuses on demographic history , social history , and rural economic structures , with particular emphasis on fertility transitions , household organization , and modernization processes in 19th-20th century Hungary. Education : Law (ELTE), Aesthetics (BA), MA and PhD in Economic and Social History (supervised by György Kövér) Research Themes : Demographic change in interwar Hungary Ethnic agricultural practices in Baranya Temporal/spatial patterns in peasant communities Social mobility of Protestant clergy Methodology : Micro-historical analysis, family reconstitution, manuscript source interpretation Current Projects : Interdisciplinary studies on pronatalist discourse, cooperative territorial development, and aristocratic demographic patterns