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Pasi HyytiäinenView profile

Researcher

• Theology
• Biblical Studies
• Textual Criticism
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Pasi Hyytiäinen is a Postdoc researcher and Grant-funded researcher at the Faculty of Theology , focusing on textual criticism and digital humanities. His work integrates computational methods with biblical scholarship, particularly analyzing New Testament manuscripts. Current affiliation: Faculty of Theology Active projects: EXPRECCE, The Spread of Early Christianity in Cultural Evolutionary Perspective Research interests include: Textual Criticism: quantifying relationships between manuscripts Network Analysis: mapping co-occurrence of theological concepts Cultural Evolution: studying adaptive changes in early Christian texts Software Development: creating tools like Relate for textual scholarship Article trends highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining theology, linguistics, and computational modeling. His work emphasizes quantitative methods, manuscript classification, and semantic drift in biblical texts. Key projects involve cultural evolutionary perspectives on early Christianity, analyzing martyr narratives, and outgroup hostility. He has presented extensively on textual drift and software tools at international conferences. Collaborations include partnerships with researchers like Nikki, Luomanen, and Söderholm, contributing to teams exploring manuscript evolution and cultural dynamics in religious traditions.

Jeffrey VolkmerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Old Testament Studies
• Textual Criticism
• Hebrew Bible
• +7 more

Jeffrey Volkmer is an Assistant Professor of Old Testament at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, where he integrates his pastoral experience with academic rigor to inspire students in their engagement with Scripture. He brings a unique perspective shaped by both extensive church ministry and advanced biblical scholarship. His research focuses on the application of language and computer technology to the textual criticism of the Hebrew Bible, especially in dialogue with Syriac and Aramaic versions such as the Peshitta. He actively contributes to the Turgama project by the Werkgroep Informatica in the Netherlands, advancing digital mapping of Classical Syriac text history. Jeffrey’s writings explore key theological issues including the relationship between the Old and New Testaments, messianic interpretation in Genesis, and the role of modern media in theological discourse. His blog posts reflect a consistent engagement with both academic and lay audiences, bridging scholarly insight with pastoral concern. Notable themes across his publications include biblical authority, hermeneutics, sanctuary in culture, and the integration of technology in theology. These works demonstrate a deep commitment to making the Old Testament accessible and transformative for contemporary Christians. Contributor to the Turgama Project on Peshitta and Classical Syriac Engages public theology through digital platforms Combines pastoral heart with academic precision Jeffrey has not listed any formal scientific awards or student advisees in the available materials. He has not received mention of grant funding, but his international collaboration suggests active research participation. His work continues to influence both classroom teaching and broader Christian thought.

• Old Testament Interpretation
• Biblical Theology
• Patristic Hermeneutics
• +2 more

Professor Athanasios Paparnakis serves at the School of Theology , Aristotle University of Thessaloniki , within the Department of Social Theology and Christian Culture . His academic work focuses on Old Testament interpretation, biblical theology, and the integration of information technology in theological research. Specializes in Patristic hermeneutics and reception history of the Bible Develops digital methodologies for scriptural analysis Teaches courses on Old Testament exegesis and theological interpretation Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: 2023: Biblical foundations of childhood education in Jewish contexts 2019: Patristic interpretations of Proverbs 8:22 2017: Digital tools for patristic text analysis He contributes to interdisciplinary research through: Collaborations with the Eusebius Lab (Church History, Politics, Diplomacy) Leadership in digital theological applications

Mladen PopovicView profile

Professor

• Hebrew Bible
• Dead Sea Scrolls
• Digital Palaeography
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Prof. Mladen Popović is Dean of the Faculty of Religion, Culture and Society at the University of Groningen and Full Professor of Hebrew Bible and Ancient Judaism. His research focuses on the Dead Sea Scrolls, digital palaeography, and ancient Jewish studies. He holds academic appointments including Director of the Qumran Institute and memberships in the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and Royal Holland Society of Sciences and Humanities (KHMW). Education: M.A./Ph.D. from University of Groningen, with studies at KU Leuven and Yale University. Conducted archaeological fieldwork at Megiddo and Jerusalem. Notable projects include the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition at the Drents Museum (2013-2014) and ERC-funded research on digital palaeography. Research interests span ancient scribal culture, AI applications in manuscript analysis, and Graeco-Roman Judaism. Awards include the Keetje Hodshon Prize and ERC Starting Grant (€1.5M) for developing AI-based methods to identify Dead Sea Scrolls scribes. Collaborations involve interdisciplinary teams in archaeometry and artificial intelligence.

Ludger HiepelView profile

Researcher

• Biblical Theology
• Old Testament Exegesis
• Digital Humanities in Theology
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Ludger Hiepel is an Academic Councillor at the Institute for Biblical Exegesis and Theology , University of Münster , focusing on Old Testament studies with a specialization in Digital Humanities and Ancient Near Eastern Philology . He has taught courses on topics like Antisemitism in History and Present and AI in Theology , and co-edited volumes on subjects including Wüste als locus theologicus and Jewish Life in Münster . Education: Diplom-Theologe (2012), MA in Ancient Eastern Mediterranean Cultures (2014), Dr. phil. in Ancient Near Eastern Philology (2018) Research Interests combine Biblical Exegesis with Digital Humanities , Jewish-Christian Dialogue , and Antisemitism Studies . His recent publications explore AI's theological implications , institutional history of Assyriology , and reception history of the Old Testament . He collaborates on projects like the Digital Documentation of Münster's Jewish Cemetery and the CRS (Center for Religious Studies) . Academic Leadership includes roles in the Faculty Council , Diversity Commission , and Lehrbeirat des Rektorats . He co-founded bildtheologie.de and participates in initiatives like the Digital Humanities Center and Münster School of Ancient Cultures .

Denes HouseView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Expository Preaching
• Cultural Engagement
• Discipleship
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Denes House serves as an Adjunct Professor in Ministry at Roberts Wesleyan University, teaching BIB 101 (Intro to Old Testament & Literature) and MIN 300 (Proclamation in Ministry). With nearly thirty years of Christ-centered leadership, his work bridges academic theology and practical ministry through preaching, church revitalization, and creative writing. His educational background includes: M.Div. from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary B.A. in Studio Arts/Computer Science from Hamilton College Dr. House's research centers on expository preaching, cultural engagement, and discipleship, with specialized focus on Old Testament applications, stewardship ethics, and care for vulnerable populations. His methodology integrates narrative theology with visual storytelling, particularly through graphic novels, to address contemporary challenges in faith practice and community outreach. His publications from 2000-2011 demonstrate consistent exploration of evangelism ethics, biblical narrative reinterpretation, and ministry innovation. The works reveal a trajectory from foundational apologetics (e.g., "Is Evangelism Intolerant?") toward applied theology using graphic media, reflecting evolving strategies for cultural relevance in church practice. Pastor House has mentored college students through InterVarsity Christian Fellowship and guided congregations through complex transitions including mergers, renovations, and post-fire rebuilding. His leadership philosophy, echoing Bonhoeffer's assertion that "The Church exists for others," prioritizes service-oriented community development over institutional dominance.

Dennis R. MagaryView profile

Professor

• Hebrew
• Old Testament
• Computer Applications for Old Testament Studies
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Dennis R. Magary serves as Chair of Old Testament and Semitic Languages and Professor of Old Testament and Semitic Languages at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS), part of Trinity International University. His academic leadership spans biblical languages, Old Testament studies, and technological integration in theological education. His educational foundation includes: BA from Fort Wayne Bible College MDiv from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School MA and PhD from the University of Wisconsin Dr. Magary specializes in Hebrew linguistics , Old Testament exegesis , and digital tools for scriptural analysis , bridging ancient texts with modern computational methods. His work emphasizes practical application for ministry training and theological scholarship. Professional affiliations demonstrate scholarly engagement: Evangelical Theological Society Society of Biblical Literature National Association of Professors of Hebrew While his teaching portfolio includes advanced Hebrew certification programs and Old Testament curriculum development, no specific student advisement or grant activities are documented in available records.

Willem van PeursenView profile

Professor

• Biblical Hebrew
• Syriac Studies
• Computational Linguistics
• +3 more

Prof. Willem van Peursen is a Full Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's Faculty of Religion and Theology and affiliated with the Network Institute. He holds dual expertise in Old Testament studies and computational analysis of ancient texts. His research focuses on Hebrew and Syriac biblical texts, leveraging Digital Humanities and AI advancements. Education: Masters in Theology & Semitic Languages (Leiden University, 1995), PhD (Leiden, 1999 cum laude) Postdoctoral work on Syriac Ben Sira (2000–2005) NWO-Vidi project (2005–2010) on Peshitta/Targum analysis Research interests include computational linguistic analysis of ancient texts, Syriac/Peshitta studies, and AI applications in biblical studies. He leads projects like 'Morphological Parser for Inflectional Languages Using Deep Learning' and 'Seeing The Words: Evaluating AI-generated Biblical Art'. Teaching includes Hebrew Bible exegesis, digital hermeneutics, Syriac language courses, and Bible translation in the digital age. His work contributes to UN SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through interdisciplinary collaborations.

Lasse MårtenssonView profile

Professor

• Medieval Nordic Languages
• Philology
• Paleography
• +4 more

Lasse Mårtensson is Professor of Nordic Languages at Uppsala University's Department of Nordic Languages, specializing in medieval Nordic philology, paleography, and digital manuscript analysis. His current research focuses on scribal attribution, text transmission, and Nordic onomastics, with leadership roles in major projects like the Riksbankens jubileumsfond-funded 'Digitization of West Nordic Manuscripts' (2022–2025). Research Interests: Martensson's work spans three core areas: Grafonomy & Paleography : Developing computational methods to analyze scribal habits in medieval manuscripts using digital tools like quill-feature analysis. Textual Criticism : Critical editions of Old Norse/Icelandic texts (e.g., Codex Upsaliensis ) for the Medieval Nordic Text Archive (MENOTA). Onomastics : Quantitative study of personal names in medieval Swedish runic inscriptions, highlighting Viking Age naming traditions. Publication Trends: His 15 most recent articles (2010–2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on integrating digital humanities with traditional philology, particularly in scribal identification, orthographic analysis, and Old Norse textual studies. Computational paleography and quantitative approaches dominate his methodological innovations. Awards & Honors: Dag Strömbäcks belöningsfond (2015) for the monograph Skrivaren och förlagan . Westinska priset (2008) for his doctoral dissertation. Icelandic Ministry of Education Scholarship (1999–2000). Supervision & Projects: Advises PhD student Birger Mård on Old Swedish bynames. Secured 13.4M SEK (2016–2020) for the project 'Nya ögon på Sveriges medeltida skrivare,' applying digital paleography to Swedish medieval scribes. Co-investigator in 4+ international projects including 'Konungsbók Snorra Eddu' (Iceland, 2016–2018). Academic Service: Co-editor of Scripta Islandica (2013–present), chair of the Icelandic Society, board member of Svenska fornskriftsällskapet and Kungl. Humanistiska Vetenskaps-Samfundet, and coordinator of the Early North European Seminar (ENES).

Lyndon DrakeView profile

Research Fellow

• Theological Ethics
• Artificial Intelligence Ethics
• Indigenous Theology (Māori)
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Rev. Dr. Lyndon Drake is a Research Fellow in Theological Ethics and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Oxford, holding a DPhil in Theology (2023) and a PhD in Artificial Intelligence (2005). His dual expertise bridges biblical studies, economic theology, and AI ethics, with a focus on Māori post-colonial perspectives. Previously, he served as an Archdeacon in the Māori Anglican Church, managing multi-million dollar grants and leading teams of 20+ staff. His career spans finance (Barclays Capital, 2000–2011), AI research, and theological academia. Education : Bachelor of Commerce (Auckland, 1999) Bachelor of Science (Computer Science with Honours, Auckland, 1999) PhD in Artificial Intelligence (University of York, 2005) BA in Theology (First-Class Honours, Oxford, 2012) MSt in Theology (Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, Oxford, 2017) DPhil in Theology (Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, Oxford, 2023) Research Interests combine biblical economics (e.g., Jeremiah 32), Māori theological frameworks, and ethical AI applications. His work critiques financial systems through a theological lens, advocating for equitable capital markets. Key Contributions include Capital Markets for the Common Good (2017) and co-founding the Kingi Ihaka Research Centre in Aotearoa/New Zealand. His publications span biblical exegesis (e.g., prosbul in the Lord’s Prayer) and foundational AI algorithm research (SAT solving, constraint satisfaction). Awards : Prize-winning Oxford BA in Theology (top graduate of year). Grants & Leadership : Secured millions in church-related grants, built teams from scratch, and maintained part-time finance roles post-academia. Labs/Teams : Co-founder of the Kingi Ihaka Research Centre, integrating theological and computational ethics research.

• Church history
• Historical theology
• Liturgical Poetry
• +6 more

Jillian Marcantonio serves as Assistant Professor of Christian History at Campbell University Divinity School in Buies Creek, North Carolina. Her academic work bridges late ancient reception of New Testament texts with contemporary retrieval of the Christian tradition, making historical and theological texts accessible to twenty-first century readers. As a scholar of Christian history and theology, she approaches her work as an inherently intercultural endeavor that guides students through time and space to better understand God, Scripture, Christianity, and their calling. Dr. Marcantonio's educational background includes a PhD in Religion from Duke University (expected 2025), an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary (2017), and a BA in Biblical and Theological Studies and Spanish from Wheaton College, Illinois (2014). Her academic journey reflects a deep commitment to both scholarly rigor and theological reflection. Her research interests span a rich array of theological and historical domains including Church history, Historical theology, Liturgical Poetry, Pneumatology, Byzantine and Syriac Christianity, Biblical Women studies, Virgin Mary studies, and Embodiment theology. She approaches these topics with particular attention to how ancient Christian texts and practices can inform contemporary faith and practice. Analysis of Dr. Marcantonio's scholarly output reveals consistent engagement with early Christian thought, particularly focusing on patristic interpretations of biblical narratives. Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between theology, literary analysis, and historical studies, with increasing attention to digital humanities applications in religious studies. She frequently examines how early Christian poets and theologians interpreted Scripture, with special focus on figures like Romanos the Melodist and Ephrem the Syrian. Dr. Marcantonio is an active participant in academic discourse, regularly presenting at major conferences including the Society of Biblical Literature, Patristics, Medieval and Renaissance Conferences, and the International Conference on Patristic Studies. Her work connects historical theological scholarship with contemporary faith practice, demonstrating the ongoing relevance of early Christian thought for modern audiences. As an educator, Dr. Marcantonio guides students through complex historical and theological material, helping them navigate the rich traditions of Christian thought while making meaningful connections to contemporary contexts and concerns.