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Professor Shervin Farridnejad is a faculty member at the Asia-Africa Institute of the University of Hamburg, where he holds the Professorship of Iranian Studies since September 2022. He also serves as the Head of the MA program 'Manuscript Cultures' at the Centre for the Study of Manuscript Cultures (CSMC) within the Cluster of Excellence 'Understanding Written Artefacts'. PhD in Ancient and Middle Iranian Philology and Zoroastrian Studies (2014) - Georg-August University Göttingen MA in Ancient Iranian Studies (2007-2009) - Georg-August University Göttingen MA in Fine Arts and Art History (2003-2006) - Tarbiat Modares University Tehran BA in Fine Arts (Painting) (1998-2002) - Tehran University His research focuses on Zoroastrianism , particularly examining its cultural and religious history from antiquity to the early Islamic period. He investigates the dynamics between Zoroastrians and non-Zoroastrians, Zoroastrian art and iconography, and manuscript cultures. His work also extends to Judeo-Persian literature , Ancient Iranian philology , and Persian calligraphy . Recent publications highlight ritual practices in Zoroastrianism, including sacrificial food traditions and gift-exchange theology. The 2024 article on canine roles in Zoroastrian meat ethics and 2023 works on Safavid manuscript iconography demonstrate his interdisciplinary approach combining textual analysis with visual culture studies. 2022-2024: Editorial board member for Sasanian Studies series 2020-2023: Book Review Editor of the journal Iranian Studies 2016-2022: Co-editor of Ancient Iran Series 2015-2024: Contributor to Bibliographia Iranica and DABIR journals As an active academic leader, he serves as Sustainability Officer of the Asia-Africa Institute, member of the CSMC Steering Committee, and deputy member of the Faculty Council of Humanities at University of Hamburg. His teaching spans from introductory courses on Iranian history to specialized seminars on Zoroastrian rituals and Persian manuscript cultures.

• Iranian Cultural and Religious History
• Zoroastrianism
• Manuscript Cultures
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Prof. Ludwig D. Morenz is a Professor of Egyptology at the University of Bonn and Director of the Egyptian Museum Bonn. He holds positions as a Principal Investigator in archaeological research and leads excavations in Egypt. His academic journey includes a Habilitation from the University of Tübingen (2001), a PhD from Leipzig (1994), and extensive postdoctoral fellowships across Europe. His research focuses on Pharaonic socio-economic systems, particularly dependency relationships between state expeditions and Canaanite populations. He examines ancient Egyptian economy, religion, and cultural interactions through material and textual evidence. Key areas include the origins of alphabetic writing, solar deity symbolism, and Roman-Egyptian cultural hybridity. Morenz has secured over €1 million in third-party funding from institutions like the German Research Foundation (DFG) and Gerda Henkel Foundation. He supervises numerous doctoral and master's students, reviewing over 30 theses and international PhDs. His editorial roles include founding journals like Studia Sinaitica and Bonner Ägyptologische Beiträge . Major excavations under his leadership include the Elite Necropolis of Qubbet el Hawa and the Serabit el-Chadim Hathor temple project. He participates in consortia such as the DFG Research Training Group 'Archeology of Pre-Modern Economies' and the International Congress of Egyptologists. Awards: Heisenberg Fellowship (DFG), Feodor Lynen Fellowship (Humboldt Foundation), Herzog-Ernst Scholarship Exhibitions: Curated annual special exhibitions at the Egyptian Museum Bonn, including a landmark show on alphabetic writing origins at Cairo's National Museum Publications: 13 monographs, 4 edited volumes, and over 100 articles

• Egyptology
• Ancient History
• Archaeology
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Dr. Josephine Fechner is a researcher at the University of Göttingen's Seminar for Ancient Near Eastern Studies, specializing in Mesopotamian mythology, proverbial literature, and ritual practices. As coordinator of the DFG Research Group 2064 STRATA, she focuses on transmedial comparative analysis of underworld narratives and mythological demonology. Her work bridges textual studies with iconographic analysis, particularly examining the Apkallū figures and Dumuzi myth cycles. Research Focus: Mesopotamian mythological traditions, Akkadian/Sumerian proverbs, ritual hermeneutics Current Projects: Edition of Lamentations on Netherworld Demons; Analysis of the 7 Sages tradition Academic Affiliation: University of Göttingen (Faculty of Humanities) Her recent publications explore intertextuality in underworld myths, transformative ritual language, and human-animal encounters in proverbial texts. She actively contributes to international conferences including Rencontre Assyriologique Internationale and SOAS Cuneiforum, while teaching advanced seminars on Mesopotamian wisdom literature and comparative mythology.

• Mesopotamian Mythology
• Sumero-Akkadian Proverbial Literature
• Transmedial Narrative Analysis
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Hermann Lichtenberger is Professor of New Testament and Ancient Judaism at the University of Tübingen, where he also directs the Institute for Ancient Judaism and Hellenistic Religious History. Born May 25, 1943, in Neu Werbas, Hungary, he holds a doctorate (1974) and habilitation (1986) in theology. His academic trajectory includes formative roles at Qumran Research Centers in Heidelberg and Marburg, professorial positions at the University of Münster (1988-1993), and leadership at Tübingen since 1993. Education: 1964-1970: Protestant Theology and Semitic Languages at Universities of Erlangen and Heidelberg Research Focus: Lichtenberger specializes in Dead Sea Scrolls (Qumran), Pauline anthropology, and New Testament exegesis within Second Temple Jewish contexts. His work bridges ancient Jewish thought and early Christian theology, with emphasis on apocalyptic literature, demonology, and messianic expectations. Recent publications analyze textual interconnections between Qumran manuscripts and Christian scriptures, anthropological themes in Pauline epistles, and historiographical methods in biblical narratives. Publications Trend (2000-2005): His 15 most recent articles reflect sustained engagement with Dead Sea Scrolls hermeneutics (demonology, messianism), New Testament exegesis (Romans, Matthew, Revelation), and Jewish-Christian theological interfaces. Common themes include angelology, temple symbolism, and the reception of Jewish texts in early Christianity. Institutional Leadership: Director, Institute for Ancient Judaism and Hellenistic Religious History (1993–present) Former Director, Institutum Judaicum Delitzschianum (1988-1993)

• Dead Sea Scrolls (Qumran)
• Pauline Anthropology
• New Testament Exegesis
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Ines G. Županov is a Research Director at the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) and Director of the Centre d'Etudes de l'Inde et de l'Asie du Sud (CEIAS) at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) in Paris. She has held academic positions at the University of California, Berkeley, Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi, and regularly teaches at EHESS on mission history in the early modern world. As a Käte Hamburger Kolleg Visiting Research Fellow in 2012-13, she investigated Jesuit Missions in South Asia during the 16th-18th century. Her educational background includes a PhD in History from the University of California, Berkeley (1991), an MA in Asian Studies from the same institution (1986), and a BA in Comparative Literature and Indology from the University of Zagreb, Croatia (1979). She also held a post-doctoral fellowship at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London funded by the European Science Foundation (1996-1998). Županov's research focuses on the social and cultural history of South Asia, particularly mission history in the early modern world and the history of science in colonial contexts. Her work examines how missionaries produced, used, and disseminated scientific information across fields including medicine, botany, astronomy, philology, and ethnography. She has pioneered research on the intersection of religious conversion with knowledge production, analyzing how Jesuit missions in South Asia created complex networks of cultural exchange while simultaneously imposing European frameworks of understanding. Her extensive publication record reveals consistent themes of cultural encounter, knowledge circulation, and the politics of representation in colonial contexts. Županov's scholarship demonstrates how missionary activities served as crucial vectors for the transmission of knowledge between Europe and South Asia, while also highlighting the agency of local actors in shaping these exchanges. Her work moves beyond simplistic narratives of cultural imposition to reveal the complex negotiations that characterized early modern cross-cultural encounters. Fellow at Wissenschaftskolleg in Berlin (2003-2004) Mellon visiting scholar at PennState University (2009) Käte Hamburger Kolleg visiting fellow (2012-13) Multiple research grants from European Science Foundation Authorization to supervise research, EPHE (2010) Ecole Française de Rome research grants (1995, 1997, 2000) As Director of CEIAS, Županov leads one of Europe's premier research centers for South Asian studies, coordinating numerous international projects and workshops that bring together scholars from diverse disciplinary backgrounds. Her leadership has been instrumental in organizing significant conferences including 'The Rites Controversy in the Early Modern World' (2011) and 'L'Inde des Lumières/Indian Enlightenment' (2011-2013), fostering interdisciplinary dialogue on the complex histories of knowledge production in South Asia.

• Social History of South Asia
• Cultural History of South Asia
• Mission History
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Prof. Dr. Christian Strecker is a Professor of New Testament at Augustana University Neuendettelsau, where he has held the Chair of New Testament since 2010. He previously served as Vice-Rector (2012–2014) and Rector (2015–2016) of the university. His academic journey includes studies in Protestant theology at multiple universities, ordination as a pastor, and habilitation in New Testament studies with a focus on Jesus research. Strecker’s expertise spans Pauline theology, Jesus studies, cultural anthropology approaches to biblical exegesis, and ritual/performance studies. His teaching emphasizes historical-critical methods, exegetical skills, and exploration of New Testament writings within their socio-cultural contexts. Courses cover early Christian history, Pauline epistles, Gospel studies, and Johannine literature. Strecker’s research integrates interdisciplinary frameworks, such as cultural anthropology and ritual theory, to analyze early Christian practices and theological concepts. Strecker’s publications include monographs like The Liminal Theology of Paul (1999) and Performative Worlds (2002), as well as numerous essays on topics such as ritual studies, Pauline soteriology, and the cultural contexts of early Christian rituals. He has edited journals like Zeitschrift für Neutestamentliche Wissenschaft and contributed to major series like ReligionsKulturen . His work bridges biblical scholarship with contemporary theological debates, addressing issues like honor/shame dynamics, the body in early Christian thought, and the intersection of Pauline theology with imperial politics. Strecker’s research also explores methodological innovations, including performance studies and cultural turns in New Testament interpretation.

• New Testament Studies
• Pauline Theology
• Jesus Research
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Prof. Dr. Nils P. Heeßel is a University Professor at the Department of Ancient Near Eastern Studies, Philipps University of Marburg. His research focuses on Babylonian-Assyrian culture, divination practices, Mesopotamian medicine, and demonology. He serves as the Speaker of the DFG Graduate College 2844 "Inszenierung religiöser Atmosphäre in antiken Kulturen" (2023–2024) and has held leadership roles at the Marburg Centre for Ancient World Studies and the Center for Near and Middle Eastern Studies (2022–2024). He has published extensively on cuneiform medical texts, astrological omens, and Assyrian scribal culture. His recent editorial work includes co-editing Legitimising Magic (2023) and kullat ṭupšarrūti (2023). His academic affiliations span organizations like the Deutsche Orient-Gesellschaft and the International Association of Assyriology.

• Assyriology
• Ancient Near Eastern Studies
• Divination
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Katja Triplett is a Research Associate and Private Lecturer at the Institute of Religious Studies, Faculty of History, Arts and Regional Studies at Leipzig University. She has held academic positions at several prestigious institutions including Georg-August-Universität Göttingen, Philipps-Universität Marburg, and SOAS, University of London. Her current research focuses on Japanese religious history, particularly the intersection of religion and medicine in East Asia. Dr. Triplett completed her habilitation in Religious Studies in 2020 at Marburg University following doctoral studies from 1996-2002. Her academic journey includes significant research periods in Japan through fellowships at the Deutsches Institut für Japanstudien in Tokyo and the Ōtani Universität in Kyoto. Her research interests span religion and society in Japan, religion and medicine, Buddhism in East Asia, and translation policies in religious contexts. She has made significant contributions to understanding how religious worldviews interact with medical practices in historical Japanese contexts, particularly examining the complex relationship between Buddhist traditions and healing practices from 500-1600 CE. Her current DFG-funded research project "Mission as Laboratory" investigates how Jesuits and Japanese converts navigated competing worldviews through translation during the early modern period. Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on religious healing practices, translation dynamics in religious contexts, and the interplay between religious worldviews and medical systems in East Asia. Her publications reveal a deep engagement with historical religious texts, manuscript cultures, and the material dimensions of religious practice. She has particularly examined how religious traditions conceptualized and addressed health, disease, and healing through ritual, textual, and institutional frameworks. Dr. Triplett serves on the Board of the International Association for the History of Religions (IAHR) since 2015, reflecting her standing in the international scholarly community. She has successfully secured multiple research grants, including DFG-funded projects on Japanese religious translation and intercultural perspectives on religion and dietary practices. Her teaching portfolio encompasses diverse courses on Japanese religions, Buddhist traditions across Asia, religious systems in modern Japan, and specialized topics like ritual medicine and religious innovation. She has taught at multiple German universities including Marburg, Göttingen, and Hannover, demonstrating her commitment to training the next generation of scholars in religious studies with a focus on East Asian traditions.

• Religion and Society in Japan
• Religion and Medicine
• Buddhism in East Asia
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Noel Cheong is a Research Fellow at the Department of New Testament / Ancient Judaism within the Faculty of Protestant Theology at the University of Bonn, specializing in early Christian literature and ancient Judaism with particular focus on the First Letter of Peter and related identity formation themes. His academic credentials include: BA in Theology & Religion from University of Oxford (2019) MPhil in Theology from University of Oxford (2021) DPhil in Theology from University of Oxford (2025) Cheong's research explores the intersection of ethnicity, conversion, and social identity in early Christianity through rigorous textual analysis and historical contextualization. His work examines how communities referenced in 1 Peter navigated their status as pároikoi and parepidḗmoi within Graeco-Roman society, while investigating reception history of apostolic traditions and symbolic representations like the 'diabolical lion' in early Jewish-Christian literature. His recent publications demonstrate a methodological trend integrating animal studies, social identity theory, and comparative literary analysis to uncover marginalized perspectives in New Testament texts. This approach reveals how early Christian writers adapted Graeco-Roman rhetorical strategies to construct communal identity amid cultural tension. Cheong teaches 'Bible Studies of the New Testament' and 'The Life of Paul the Apostle' for Summer Semester 2025, emphasizing primary source engagement and contemporary scholarly debates. He maintains active research participation through conference presentations at major international forums including Society of Biblical Literature and European Association of Biblical Studies, with consultation available by appointment at the University of Bonn.

• New Testament Studies
• Early Christianity
• Ancient Judaism
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PD Dr. Rosel Pientka-Hinz serves as an Associate Professor of Ancient Near Eastern Studies at the Center for Religious Studies (CERES) at Ruhr University Bochum, Germany. She holds a PhD from Philipps University Marburg and completed her Habilitation on scorpion symbolism in Ancient Near Eastern literature. Her academic career includes roles as Assistant Professor (1998-2004), University Lecturer (2004-2010), and Visiting Professor at the University of Vienna (2007-2008). She is currently Adjunct Professor at CERES since 2015 and Principal Investigator of the CRC 1475 'Metaphors of Religion' project. Her research focuses on cultural and religious history of the Ancient Near East, particularly animal symbolism, color symbolism, architectural history, and textual traditions. Her educational background includes studies in Assyriology, Archaeology of the Ancient Near East, and Semitic Languages at Universities of Münster and Marburg. She has led projects like 'Under a Serpent's Spell' exploring snake cults and inter-religious contacts. Her research outputs span edited volumes, conference presentations, and articles on topics like aquatic symbolism, light/color symbolism, and cross-cultural exchanges between Mesopotamia and Western Iran. Key affiliations include the Käte Hamburger Kolleg Fellowship, CERES Research Department, and the Study Advisory Board. Her work integrates interdisciplinary methodologies, analyzing textual, archaeological, and religious sources to reconstruct ancient social and cultural practices. She collaborates internationally, notably with Shiraz University in Iran, and actively engages in public outreach through lectures and exhibitions. Her academic advising and grants involve directing Subproject C02 within the CRC 1475 framework. She maintains the Center for Religious Studies' research infrastructure and contributes to academic networks like the Reallexikon der Assyriologie. Her office is located in Room 3.14 at Universitätsstr. 90a, Bochum (+49 234 32-21969).

• Ancient Near Eastern Religious History
• Cultural History of Mesopotamia
• Animal and Color Symbolism
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Rüdiger Schmitt is a Professor of Old Testament Studies at the University of Münster's Faculty of Protestant Theology. He serves as a mentor at the Graduate School of the Cluster of Excellence "Religion and Politics in the Cultures of Premodernity and Modernity" and is a member of the Board of the Graduate School. His academic career spans over three decades with significant contributions to the fields of biblical archaeology, religious history, and the study of ancient rituals. Professor Schmitt's educational background includes: Habilitation in Old Testament Studies at the University of Münster (2004) Doctorate in Theology from the University of Groningen, Netherlands (1994) Studies in Protestant Theology, Ancient Oriental Studies, and Egyptology at universities in Frankfurt am Main and Hamburg, earning his Master of Theology from the University of Hamburg (1990) His primary research interests focus on the archaeology and religious history of ancient Israel, with particular expertise in magic, divination, and ritual practices in the Old Testament. Professor Schmitt has made significant contributions to understanding household religion in ancient Israel and the Levant, examining how religious practices were integrated into daily domestic life through material evidence. His work on West Semitic epigraphy and theophoric personal names provides valuable insights into cultural and religious connections across the ancient Near East. He has also extensively studied the reception history of war texts in the Old Testament, exploring how these texts have been interpreted throughout history, including Thomas Müntzer's interpretation of the Book of Daniel. Professor Schmitt's extensive publication record demonstrates his leadership in examining the intersection of material culture and religious practice in ancient Israel. His recent work shows a growing interest in the embodiment of religious practices, pandemic theology in ancient contexts, and the material evidence of mourning and grief rituals. His scholarship consistently bridges textual analysis with archaeological evidence, providing a more comprehensive understanding of ancient religious life. Among his notable recognitions: Harris Distinguished Visiting Professorship at Dartmouth College (2010) Professor Schmitt has mentored numerous doctoral students including Julia Arnkens, Jonas Derichs, Katharina Fockenbrock, Anna-Sophie Haake, Franziska Kleybolte, Verena Mildner, Florian Neitmann, and Hildegard Poeschel. His leadership extends to directing research projects B3-3 "Conflict and Ritual in the Old Testament and its Environment" and D2-9 "The Reception of the Book of Daniel by Thomas Müntzer" (until 2018). He has served as Treasurer of the European Association for Biblical Studies (2004-2012) and is actively involved with several scholarly organizations including the Society of Biblical Literature and the American Schools of Oriental Research. As a principal investigator in the Cluster of Excellence, Professor Schmitt contributes to the Theory Platform "Conflict Research Cloud" focusing on "Religious Mobilization and De-Institutionalization." His current research continues to explore the complex relationship between religious diversity and legal-political unity in ancient contexts, with implications for understanding contemporary religious dynamics.

• Archaeology of Ancient Israel
• Religious History of Ancient Israel
• Magic and Ritual in the Old Testament
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Martina Wagner-Egelhaaf is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Münster (WWU Münster), continuing her role after retirement. She is affiliated with the Cluster of Excellence 'Religion and Politics,' focusing on Modern German Literature, Literary Theory, and interdisciplinary studies at the intersection of religion, politics, and culture. Her work emphasizes autobiography/autofiction, rhetorical analysis, and the interplay between legal and literary discourses. Affiliations: Cluster of Excellence 'Religion and Politics'; Former Head of multiple research projects (e.g., CRC 1385 'Law and Literature,' SFB 1150 'Kulturen des Entscheidens'). Education: Habilitation (1994, University of Konstanz); Doctorate (1987, University of Tübingen); Studies in Germanics, History, and English (1976–1987). Her research interests span transcultural entanglements, mediality, emotionality, and decision-making in literary and religious contexts. Notable projects include 'Demons: medialities between literature and art, religion and politics' and 'Figures of Hate. Prolegomena to a Literary and Cultural History.' Recent publications (2023–2025) explore normativity in law and literature, demonology in modern contexts, and crisis narratives in contemporary texts. She has received honors such as the 2003 Prize for the Advancement of Women and membership in the North-Rhine Westfalian Academy of Sciences. Awards: AcademiaNet recognition (2010); North-Rhine Westfalian Academy membership (since 2014). Wagner-Egelhaaf has advised over 40 doctoral students, many focusing on topics like autofiction, religious-political narratives, and literary theory. She actively participates in international collaborations, including fellowships at the University of Washington and the University of Kansas. Her academic leadership includes roles as Chair of the Literaturkommission für Westfalen and Co-Spokesperson of the Graduiertenkolleg 'Literary Theory as Theory of Society.' She contributes to editorial boards of major handbooks and journals, furthering the global discourse on German literature and culture.

• Recent German Literature
• Literary Theory
• Rhetoric
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Clarissa Paul is a Researcher at the New Testament Seminar, Faculty of Theology, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. She earned her First Theological Examination in the Evangelical Church of Berlin-Brandenburg-Silesian Upper Lusatia and has been pursuing doctoral studies since 2016. Her academic career includes freelance work at the Chair for Exegesis and Theology of the New Testament at Humboldt University of Berlin. Research Focus: Jesus as Healer in the Gospel of Luke Key Research Areas: New Testament Studies, Biblical Exegesis, Healing Narratives, Early Christianity Her publications span peer-reviewed articles on Lukan healing narratives, contributions to encyclopedic works like the Encyclopedia of the Bible and its Reception , and co-edited volumes addressing biblical conflicts and their theological implications. She has presented at international conferences including the European Society of Women in Theological Research and the Arbeitsgemeinschaft neutestamentlicher Assistenten/innen. Scientific Awards: Doctoral grant from Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e.V. (2016–2018)

• New Testament Studies
• Biblical Exegesis
• Theology
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Prof. Dr. Dirk Steuernagel is Professor of Classical Archaeology at the University of Regensburg since 2010, affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy, Arts, History and Social Sciences. He also serves as Head of the Center for Classical Studies at the University of Regensburg since 2012 and is a member of the supporting group of the Research Training Group 2337 "Metropolitanism in the Pre-Modern Era" since 2020. Additionally, he is Chairman of the Scientific Advisory Board of the Istanbul Department of the German Archaeological Institute and a Regular Member of the German Archaeological Institute. His educational background includes: Magister Artium in Classical Archaeology, Ancient History, Auxiliary Sciences of Classical Studies and Latin Philology from the University of Hamburg (1991) Doctorate from the University of Hamburg (1995) Habilitation from Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt/M. (2002) Prof. Steuernagel's research primarily focuses on Etruscology and early Roman history, with special emphasis on etruscan, italics, and Roman-republican artworks, their iconography, function and significance. His work also encompasses the history of Etruscology as a historical and archaeological science, urban studies and architecture of the Roman Imperial period in Italy and the eastern provinces of the Roman Empire, religious and social historical investigations related to Greek sacred architecture, and research on Hellenistic residential architecture in Sicily. His methodology combines archaeological analysis with historical context to understand cultural transformations in antiquity. His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the interaction between religious practices and urban spaces, particularly examining how sacred architecture functioned within social and political contexts. Recent work has centered on the Upper Agora in Ephesos, investigating its transformation from a Hellenistic marketplace to a Roman imperial forum, reflecting broader patterns of urban development in the ancient Mediterranean world. Among his notable scholarly recognitions are: Travel grant from the German Archaeological Institute (1995-1996) Fellowship at the Research College "Urban Culture of the Roman Imperial Period" (1997-1998) Habilitation scholarship from the German Research Foundation (1999-2001) Membership in the German Archaeological Institute Prof. Steuernagel currently leads several significant research projects including "Bibione Attica: Discovering the Past" and research on "The Upper Agora in Ephesos: Planning and transformation processes of urban space between Hellenism and the Roman Imperial period," funded by the German Research Foundation. He also oversees the cataloging of Hellenistic Etruscan ash urns in the State Museums Berlin as part of the "Sculpture Network" of Berlin museums. His editorial work includes the "Regensburger Klassikstudien" series, which he co-edits with Christian Kunze. His academic leadership extends to directing the Center for Classical Studies at the University of Regensburg and serving on the editorial boards of "Istanbuler Mitteilungen" and "Archeologia Veneta. Journal of Ancient Studies on North-Eastern Italy."

• Classical Archaeology
• Etruscology
• Greek Temples
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Dr. Antje van Elsbergen is a Research Fellow and academic coordinator at the Institute for Critical Studies in Culture and History (Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Philipps-Universität Marburg). She bridges students, faculty, and administration while contributing to course development and creative academic exchange. Studied European Ethnology and Social/Cultural Anthropology PhD supervision by Mark Münzel and Karl Braun Her research spans Acoustic Anthropology , Autoethnography , Alternative Knowledge Production , and the Modern Reception of Greek Antiquity , with a focus on political songs in Greece and mythological studies. Her publications explore interdisciplinary intersections between cultural theory, ethnographic practice, and museum studies. Key publication trends include: Academic advocacy for ethnology's institutional relevance Cultural interpretation through exhibitions and material artifacts Analysis of myths and symbols in contemporary contexts Urban sociology and student community dynamics Political song evolution in Greece Interdisciplinary ethnographic methodologies She contributes to university governance as a former Women's Representative and Dean of Studies, with expertise in fostering academic collaboration and creative pedagogy.

• European Ethnology
• Social and Cultural Anthropology
• Acoustic Anthropology
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