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Hyojin Lee is an Assistant Professor in Korean Studies at the Department of Asian and North African Studies, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy, where she has been a faculty member since 2019. Her academic work bridges Korean and Japanese studies with a focus on modern intellectual and cultural history. She previously held teaching and research positions at Heidelberg University (Germany), Kansai University (Japan), and Osaka College of Foreign Languages. Education: Ph.D. in East Asian Culture, Kansai University, Japan (2012–2015) M.S. in Cultural Interaction Studies in East Asia, Kansai University, Japan (2010–2012) B.S. in Korean Language & Literature (Second Major: Philosophy), Yeongnam University, Republic of Korea (2005–2009) Her research interests include modern Korean Confucianism, colonial-era Korean intellectual history, gender studies (especially the 'New Women' movement), Korea-Sweden historical relations, and Hanja education in Europe. She employs interdisciplinary methods combining archival research, textual analysis, and transnational perspectives. Her recent publications (2021–2023) reflect a strong trend in analyzing colonial knowledge production, particularly through Japanese imperial universities and their role in shaping modern Korean studies. She also explores cultural diplomacy, such as Japan's use of archaeology in Korea to promote itself in Sweden, and the transmission of Korean language and culture in European academic contexts. Scientific Awards and Certifications: Teaching Certificate of Korean Language and Literature, Republic of Korea Teaching Certificate of Philosophy, Republic of Korea Korean Language Teacher Certificate, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Republic of Korea Hyojin Lee has been actively involved in research grants, including the Academy of Korean Studies Seed Program at both Ca' Foscari and Heidelberg Universities, and received the Japanese Government Scholarship during her Ph.D. She has advised on translation projects and contributed to international collaborations, such as the study of Sweden-Korea relations through museum collections. While no current advisees are listed, her role includes mentoring students in Korean studies and East Asian humanities. She is affiliated with research networks in Europe and Asia and has participated in international workshops and mobility programs, including Erasmus+ to Stockholm University. Her work contributes significantly to the globalization of Korean studies and the critical examination of colonial academic legacies.

• Korean Studies
• Japanese Studies
• Modern Korean Intellectual History
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Kyung Hee JUNG is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Asian and North African Studies of Ca' Foscari University of Venice. She specializes in Korean language education, Italian literature, and translation studies, with a focus on cultural exchange between Korea and Italy. Education: Bachelor’s in Italian Language and Literature (Catholic University of Taegu, 1996) Master’s in Italian Literature (Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, 2000) PhD in Italian Studies (University of Padova, 2008) Advanced training in Teaching Italian as a Second Language and Creative Writing Research Interests: Her work bridges Italian literary analysis, translation of Italian works into Korean, and cultural studies. She has translated seminal texts like Youth by Paolo Sorrentino and La Coscienza di Zeno by Italo Svevo. Her scholarship explores themes such as 16th-century love treatises, Leopardi’s poetics, and hermeneutical approaches to poetry. Teaching: Leads Korean language courses at undergraduate and master’s levels, focusing on practical exercises and cultural immersion. Collaborations: Partnered with publishers like BuonBooks and Marco Polo, contributing to cultural projects such as subtitles for the Italian Film Festival in South Korea (2016). Her work promotes cross-cultural dialogue through literature and media.

• Korean Language Education
• Italian Literature
• Translation Studies
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Eugenio De Angelis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, where he has been a permanent faculty member since September 2024. Previously, he served as a fixed-term researcher and contract professor at the same institution, as well as at the University of Milan. His academic work centers on Japanese and Korean cinema, intermediality, cultural representation, and film festivals. His educational background includes a PhD in Asian and African Studies from Ca' Foscari University of Venice (2013–2017), with a dissertation on the intermedial work of Terayama Shūji. He also holds a Master’s degree (2007–2010) and Bachelor’s degree (2004–2007) in Eastern Asian Languages and Civilizations (Japanese) from the same university, both earned with highest honors. During his studies, he was awarded a JASSO scholarship for advanced Japanese language training at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies and completed intermediate Japanese studies in Kyoto. De Angelis’s research explores the intersections of cinema, theatre, and cultural identity in Japan and Korea. His work frequently engages with themes such as disaster representation, urban space, food culture, political activism, and the aesthetics of emptiness. He has published in journals like Annali di Ca’ Foscari. Serie Orientale and edited volumes from Columbia University Press and Edizioni Ca’ Foscari. His recent publications analyze nuclear disaster narratives, family meals in film, and the role of film festivals in shaping regional identity. The most recent articles reflect a consistent focus on Japanese cinema from the 1960s to the present, with attention to directors like Terayama Shūji, Shinoda Masahiro, and Kinoshita Keisuke. Topics span political radicalism, postwar identity, intermedial experimentation, and the cinematic representation of food and urban space. His scholarship combines close textual analysis with broader cultural and theoretical frameworks. He has received the Premio Fosco e Mieko Maraini for the best PhD research project on Japan by an Italian student (2015). He regularly presents at international conferences and has organized academic events on Japanese leftist activism and disaster cinema. De Angelis has supervised undergraduate and graduate courses in Japanese language, cinema, and cultural studies. He has curated film series on Korean cinema and organized academic panels on Japanese film and culture. He was a research fellow for the "Cultural and Economic Policies in Major East Asian Film Festivals" project and has collaborated with institutions such as the King Sejong Institute and the Korean Film Archive. His academic service includes organizing international symposia, curating film screenings, and contributing to cultural outreach programs. He has been an active participant in the Italian Association for Japanese Studies (AISTUGIA) conferences and has held visiting research positions at Waseda University and Meiji Gakuin University in Tokyo.

• Japanese Cinema
• Korean Cinema
• Intermediality
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Vincenza D'URSO is an Associate Professor in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. She serves as the Director's Delegate for the Inclusion of Students with Disabilities, highlighting her commitment to accessibility in higher education. Her academic work is deeply rooted in Korean language, literature, and cultural studies. Her research interests span Modern and Contemporary Korean Literature , particularly poetry, with a focus on women's voices and traditional forms such as Sijo. She also investigates the History of the Korean Language and has contributed to the study of kisaeng poets in 19th-century Chosŏn Korea. Her linguistic expertise extends to comparative studies of legal terminology across East Asian and European contexts. Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in literary translation and critical editing of Korean texts, including anthologies and poetic works. These efforts bridge Korean literary heritage with European academic and cultural audiences, particularly in Italy and Spain. Participation in editorial boards: Annals of Ca' Foscari , Yijung Funding received from the Korean Literature Translation Institute She advises on research projects and has led translation initiatives, though no formal students are listed. She teaches courses on Korean literature and language at both undergraduate and graduate levels, covering topics from foundational literature to advanced contemporary studies. Her multilingual abilities in Korean, English, German, Chinese, French, and Spanish support her international scholarly engagement. D'URSO is actively involved in research development, with ongoing projects including an anthology of modern Korean women's poetry and studies on the contemporary and historical evolution of the Korean language.

• Korean Linguistics
• History of the Korean Language
• Modern and Contemporary Korean Literature
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Lauri Kitsnik is a Researcher in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. His work centers on Japanese and Korean language and literature, with a strong emphasis on Japanese cinema, screenwriting, and cultural history. He teaches courses such as Introduction to Japanese Culture and Literature, Japanese Language 1 and 2, and Japanese Language 3, serving both undergraduate and graduate students in programs including Languages and Civilizations of Asia and Mediterranean Africa. His research interests include classical and post-war Japanese cinema, screenwriting history, film adaptation, stardom, gender in film, and documentary modes. He explores the intersections between literature and film, particularly how screenplays are written, read, and adapted. His scholarship often focuses on key figures such as Yōko Mizuki, Kaneto Shindō, and Keisuke Kinoshita, situating their work within broader socio-political and industrial contexts. Kitsnik's recent publications reveal a consistent and high-quality output across monographs, peer-reviewed journal articles, and book chapters. His 2024 monograph Tangible Images: Reading and Writing Classical Japanese Cinema represents a significant contribution to the field. His articles span topics from the poetics of The Naked Island to the legacy of the Kinoshita-gumi, reflecting a deep engagement with both aesthetic and historical dimensions of Japanese film. He frequently publishes in journals such as Japanese Studies , Journal of Screenwriting , and Asian Cinema , and contributes to edited volumes from major academic publishers. His scientific contributions include critical reviews of major works in anime and Japanese film theory, demonstrating his role as an active interlocutor in contemporary scholarly discourse. While no formal awards or grants are listed, his sustained publication record and inclusion in prestigious handbooks and university press volumes indicate scholarly recognition. Kitsnik advises on film and literature translation and has translated Japanese literary works into other languages. His office hours are held weekly, and he is actively involved in teaching and research. There is no mention of lab affiliations or team leadership, but his independent research output is robust and thematically cohesive.

• Japanese Cinema
• Japanese Literature
• Korean Literature
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Ariane PERRIN is an Adjunct Professor at Ca' Foscari University of Venice , affiliated with the Languages, Cultures, and Societies of Asia and the Mediterranean Africa program. Her research focuses on Korean Art History and cultural exchanges between Korea and the West, with particular attention to artifacts and intangible heritage. Teaching: She has taught courses on Korean Art History (STORIA DELL'ARTE COREANA 1 and 2) at the undergraduate level since 2019/2020. Publication: In 2023, she co-authored an introduction to the volume Cultural Exchanges Between Korea and the West: Artifacts and Intangible Heritage , exploring transnational cultural dynamics.

• Korean Art History
• Cultural Exchanges
• Cultural Heritage Studies
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Lorenzo Nespoli is a Researcher at the Department of Asian and North African Studies, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, where he is currently working on the project A Corpus-based Morphosyntactic Analysis of Early Modern Japanese Translations from Dutch and Portuguese (CŌMŌ). He has previously held teaching and research positions at the University of Padua, University of Turin, and Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna. His academic journey reflects a deep engagement with Japanese-Dutch cultural and linguistic exchange in early modern Japan. PhD in Asian and North African Studies, Ca' Foscari University of Venice (35th cycle), cotutelle with Leiden University Master's Degree in Languages, Economies and Institutions of Asia and Northern Africa (Japanese Language), Ca' Foscari University of Venice (2015–2018) Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Languages and Literatures, Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna (2012–2015) Advanced Japanese Business Course, Kyoto Japanese Language School (2017–2018) Dutch Language Summer Course, Escola oficial d'Idiomes Barcelona (2014) Lorenzo Nespoli's research interests center on the linguistic and cultural interactions between Japan and Europe during the Edo and Meiji periods, with a particular focus on Rangaku (Dutch learning), the reception of European scientific and grammatical theories in Japan, and the role of translation in cultural transfer. His work bridges historical linguistics, philology, and literary studies, emphasizing manuscript analysis and multilingual didactic texts. He investigates how Dutch and Portuguese knowledge was adapted into Japanese intellectual frameworks, especially through the works of scholars like Shizuki Tadao. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in analyzing early modern Japanese translations of Dutch scientific and grammatical texts, exploring how European concepts were linguistically and culturally reinterpreted. Topics include poetic influences (e.g., Jacob Cats), morphosyntactic adaptations, and the role of language in knowledge transmission. His research increasingly incorporates interdisciplinary methods, linking linguistic analysis with cultural history and education. Scientific awards and recognition include: Seal of Excellence for HORIZON-MSCA-2023-PF-01-01 Postdoctoral Fellowship Scholarship from the Nederlandse Taalunie for PhD studies in Dutch studies Nespoli has advised and collaborated on multiple academic projects and publications, though no formal PhD or Master’s students are currently listed. He has secured competitive research grants and is involved in international collaborations, particularly with Leiden University and institutions in Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium. He actively participates in academic conferences and symposia across Europe, often organizing events on translation, cultural memory, and linguistic heritage. He is a member of several scholarly associations, including AISTUGIA (Italian Association for Japanese Studies), MediterraNed, IVN (International Association for Dutch Studies), and the European Association for Japanese Studies (EAJS). His current work involves building a corpus of early modern Japanese translations to analyze morphosyntactic patterns and the role of translation in knowledge dissemination during Japan’s period of limited foreign contact.

• Japanese Language and Literature
• Korean Language and Literature
• Historical Linguistics
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Marco GUGLIELMINOTTI TRIVEL is a contract lecturer at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Department of Asian and North African Studies. He is also serving as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Turin, teaching East Asian Art History. His career spans both academic and museum domains, with extensive experience in curatorial work, research, and teaching. Current Position: Contract Lecturer, Ca' Foscari University of Venice Adjunct Professor: University of Turin, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures and Modern Cultures Former Director and Conservator: MAO Museum of Oriental Art, Turin Nationally Qualified for Associate Professorship (Seconda Fascia, Sector 10/N3) His research focuses on East Asian art history, particularly Chinese, Korean, and Japanese visual cultures from antiquity to the early modern period. He specializes in Buddhist art, funerary archaeology, ceramics, and museology. His work explores the interplay between material culture, religious symbolism, and cross-cultural exchange, especially along the Silk Road. The recent publications and exhibition contributions reflect a strong trend in museum studies, digital heritage, and the reinterpretation of classical art in contemporary contexts. Themes include ceramic production, celestial symbolism in imperial art, Buddhist iconography, and the integration of digital technologies like AR/VR in museum exhibitions. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: National Scientific Qualification for Associate Professor (Seconda Fascia), Sector 10/N3 - Cultures of Central and Eastern Asia (valid until 2035) Advising and Grants : While no formal PhD students are listed, he has supervised interns and contractors at MAO and participated in interdisciplinary research projects involving digital reconstruction and cultural heritage. He has contributed to major exhibitions funded by public and private institutions, including Palazzo Ducale and Museo Civico PA Garda. Labs and Teams : He has led curatorial teams at MAO, collaborated with digital humanities researchers on AR/VR projects, and worked with international scientific committees for exhibitions. He is a member of the Asia Collections Network (ACN–Europe) and the European Association of Chinese Studies (EACS), contributing to transnational scholarly networks in Asian art.

• East Asian Art History
• Chinese Art
• Korean Art
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Mario Talamo is a Contract Professor of Japanese Language and Literature, Korean Language and Literature at the University of Naples 'L'Orientale'. He holds a PhD in East and South Asia from the same institution, with a thesis on sales strategies and marketing of literary products in the late Edo period, focusing on Jippensha Ikku's works. His academic journey includes studies at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (2003–04), affiliation with Keio University's Literature Department (2008–10), and a post-doctoral research period at the École Pratique des Hautes Études (2014–20). He obtained a post-doctoral diploma in Religious Sciences and History of Thought, with a thesis on intellectual and narrative paradigm evolution in late Edo period literature. Education PhD in East and South Asia, University of Naples 'L'Orientale' Diplôme post-doctoral en Sciences Religieuses et Histoire de la Pensée, École Pratique des Hautes Études His research focuses on Japanese intellectual history and late Edo period literature (1804–44), particularly Gesaku genres like chuhon, kibyoshi, gokan, and yomihon. He examines secularization trends in mass-produced literary works and their impact on ethical, intellectual, and receptive paradigms during the Tokugawa shogunate's decline (1787–1853). His methodology combines inductive analysis of narrative works with deductive application of general hypotheses, using transcribed and translated primary sources from the era. Talamo's affiliations include membership in the CNRS, Collège de France, CRCAO (Centre de Recherche sur les Civilisations de l'Asie Orientale) UMR 8155, EAJS (European Association for Japanese Studies), EAJRS (European Association of Japanese Resource Specialists), and AISTUGIA (Italian Association of Japanese Studies). He served as a visiting research scholar at Nichibunken (International Research Center for Japanese Studies) in Kyoto (2023–24) for yomihon research. Scientific Awards Diplôme post-doctoral en Sciences Religieuses et Histoire de la Pensée (École Pratique des Hautes Études)

• Japanese Literature
• Intellectual History
• Edo Period Studies
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Marco ZAPPA is an Associate Professor at the Department of Asian and North African Studies, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. He holds the National Scientific Qualification (ASN) as Associate Professor in the 10/N3 sector. His research focuses on East Asian international development, urbanization, Japan’s contemporary politics, and Asia-Europe relations. He coordinates the Global Asian Studies (GAS) minor at the Ca' Foscari International College and is a member of the Marco Polo Center’s scientific committee. Education : PhD in Asian and African Studies (Ca' Foscari) and Southeast Asian Studies (Humboldt University of Berlin), 2017 Master's in Languages and Economic/Legal Institutions of East Asia, Ca' Foscari, 2012 Bachelor's in Asian and African Languages/Cultures, University of Turin, 2009 Research Interests : Urbanization and territorial politics in East Asia Japan’s foreign policy and Indo-Pacific strategy Smart city development and special economic zones Asia-Europe diplomatic and economic relations Recent Activities : Organized international workshops on urban studies and Korean/Japanese history Participated in projects like the EU-Japan Strategic Partnership analysis and EUTOPIA Young Leaders Academy Presented at major conferences (EuroSEAS, EAJS, NAJS) Teaching : Master’s courses in Japanese language and Asian studies Undergraduate courses on Japanese history and international relations Coordinator of Global Asian Studies programs Grants & Funding : €13,050 for organizing the 2024 Critical Area Studies workshop PhD scholarship (2013–2016) Professional Affiliations : European Association for Japanese Studies (EAJS) Association for Asian Studies (AAS) Editorial boards of journals like Annali di Ca’ Foscari and Asia Maior

• International Relations
• East Asian Urbanization
• Japanese Contemporary Politics
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Giuseppe Pappalardo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. His research and teaching focus on Japanese and Korean language and literature, with a specialization in Japanese linguistics. He serves as the Director's Delegate for Orientation and Tutoring and is actively engaged in academic leadership and international collaboration. Department: Department of Asian and North African Studies Email: giuseppe.pappalardo@unive.it Office: San Sebastiano Campus, Studio 228D Website: Personal Profile Education: PhD in History of the Japanese Language, Università degli studi di Napoli 'L'Orientale' (2013) Master's in Linguistics of Asia and Africa, Università degli studi di Napoli 'L'Orientale' (2009), 110/110 with honors Bachelor's in Comparative Languages and Cultures (Literary Curriculum), Università degli studi di Napoli 'L'Orientale' (2006), 110/110 with honors Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 1 (2008) Giuseppe Pappalardo’s primary research interests lie in Japanese linguistics , particularly historical linguistics , dialectology , phonology , and phonetics . He investigates diachronic variations in the Japanese language, including vowel devoicing, pitch accent acquisition by learners, and morphosyntactic changes in historical texts such as kyōgen plays and medieval narratives. His work often employs corpus-based methodologies, including the Corpus of Historical Japanese and the Corpus of Spontaneous Japanese. A significant portion of his research is dedicated to the Ryukyuan languages and their relation to Old Japanese, reflecting a deep engagement with endangered linguistic varieties in Asia. His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on the evolution of Japanese syntax and phonology over time. He examines phenomena such as the decline of kakari-musubi, phonetic realization of /*p/ in early periods, and sociolinguistic variation in kyōgen. His research combines meticulous philological analysis with modern linguistic theory and computational tools, positioning him at the intersection of traditional and contemporary approaches to Japanese studies. The recurring use of corpora underscores his methodological rigor and commitment to empirical evidence. Scientific Awards and Fellowships: Erasmus+ Teaching Staff Mobility Fellowship (2024, 2020, 2017) Best Essay Award, AISTUGIA Conference (2016) Japan Foundation Fellowship (2016) JSPS Fellowship (2011) Monbukagakushō Scholarship (2007) Doctoral Scholarship from 'L'Orientale' (2009) Exchange Scholarship with TUFS (2005) Giuseppe Pappalardo has supervised numerous academic activities and mentored students in linguistics and Japanese language studies. He has secured competitive international grants and fellowships, enabling extended research stays in Japan at institutions such as Waseda University, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, and the National Institute for Japanese Language and Linguistics. He has been a visiting scholar multiple times under Erasmus+ and JSPS programs, demonstrating strong international collaboration. He is also actively involved in academic service, including organizing conferences and serving as Secretary General of the Italian Association for Japanese Language Teaching (AIDLG). Research Groups and Affiliations: Research Group: Diachronic variations of the Japanese language (with Paolo Calvetti) Member of: AIDLG, AISTUGIA, AJE, EAJS, Phonetic Society of Japan Former Contact Person for Japan Mobility Programs at Ca' Foscari

• Japanese Linguistics
• Historical Linguistics
• Dialectology
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Hyang Keun SONG is a Contract Lecturer at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Department of Asian and North African Studies. He teaches courses in Korean linguistics and the history of the Korean language within undergraduate and graduate programs focused on Asian and Mediterranean African languages, cultures, and civilizations. His research interests center on Korean linguistic studies and historical development of the Korean language, aligned with his teaching responsibilities. These include topics in language structure, evolution, and sociocultural contexts of Korean within broader East Asian studies. The teaching portfolio of Hyang Keun SONG includes: Korean Linguistics (Master’s level) History of the Korean Language 1 (Bachelor’s and Master’s levels) These courses contribute to degree programs such as the LM20 Master’s in Languages and Civilizations of Asia and Mediterranean Africa and the LT40 Bachelor’s in Languages, Cultures and Societies of Asia and Mediterranean Africa. There are no listed scientific awards, publications, or research grants in the available information. He advises no publicly listed students and is not associated with any named research labs or teams. His role appears to be primarily instructional within the department’s language and civilization curriculum.

• Korean Linguistics
• Historical Linguistics
• Korean Language
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Paolo La Marca is an Associate Professor of Japanese and Korean Languages and Literatures at the Department of Humanities (DISUM), University of Catania. He holds a PhD in Asian and African Civilizations, Cultures, and Societies from Sapienza University of Rome, and his academic work bridges Japanese literature, manga studies, and cultural translation. He is actively involved in teaching, research, and public engagement, with a focus on modern and contemporary Japanese literature and the evolution of manga as a literary and cultural form. PhD in Asian and African Civilizations, Cultures, and Societies (Sapienza University of Rome, 2011) Bachelor’s in Oriental Languages and Civilizations (Sapienza University of Rome, 2007) Research fellowship at Kansai Kokusai Center, Osaka (2008–2009) Research periods at Waseda University, Tokyo (2006–2007, 2009, 2010) His research centers on modern and contemporary Japanese literature, with a particular focus on authors such as Kurahashi Yumiko, Mishima Yukio, and Tamura Toshiko. A major component of his work explores the history of manga , especially gekiga and keitai shosetsu (cellphone novels), and their interplay with broader literary and cultural movements. He is the director and editor of the manga series 'Gekiga' and 'Doku' for Coconino Press, contributing significantly to the Italian reception of Japanese comics. The recent publications and conference presentations highlight a strong emphasis on erotic manga of the 1970s, gender representation, historical narrative in comics, and educational applications of manga. His work spans academic discourse, public lectures, and cultural curation, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to Japanese popular culture. Scientific Director, Prometeo Project 'Erotopia: Japanese Erotic Comics of the Seventies' (2019) Member, PLEASURES: ATLAS Research Project on East-West Imaginaries Principal Investigator, 'Chinese Literary Classics as a Shared Cultural Heritage between China and Japan' (2019) Organizer of major manga exhibitions featuring Kamimura Kazuo and Usamaru Furuya Paolo La Marca advises students on diverse topics including atomic bomb literature, gender in Japanese narratives, and manga adaptations. He is a member of AISTUGIA (Italian Association of Japanese Studies) and frequently participates in national and international conferences, workshops, and radio programs, promoting Japanese culture in Italy and beyond. He leads the 'Immagini dal Giappone' lecture series and has curated exhibitions at institutions such as Palazzo Ducale (Lucca), MAR (Ravenna), and Paff! (Pordenone), demonstrating a deep commitment to public scholarship and cultural dissemination.

• Japanese Literature
• Korean Literature
• Modern and Contemporary Japanese Literature
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Paolo Calvetti is a Full Professor of Japanese Linguistics and History of the Japanese Language at the Department of Asian and North African Studies, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. His research focuses on the diachronic evolution of Japanese, including modernization, language standardization, sociolinguistic phenomena like impoliteness strategies, honorific systems, and euphemisms. He has authored/co-authored major works such as Storia della lingua giapponese , a seminal text on Japanese language history. His studies also encompass bilingual lexicography, notably contributions to Japanese-Italian dictionary projects. Calvetti holds a scientific sector (SSD) in Japanese and Korean languages and literatures (ASIA-01/G). Research interests include East Asian linguistic contexts, the impact of technology on language (e.g., mobile phone novels), and historical language policies in Meiji-era Japan. He has published extensively on topics like orthographic evolution, dialectology, and language education strategies. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary sociolinguistic dynamics, emphasizing Japan's linguistic identity formation. Key areas: Language History, Sociolinguistics, Pragmatics, Lexicography Notable collaborations: Giuseppe Pappalardo (co-author on Storia della lingua giapponese ), Aleksandra Jarosz Teaching: Courses on Japanese language history, linguistic analysis, and research methodologies Calvetti's publications span monographs, edited volumes, and peer-reviewed articles in journals like European Approaches to Japanese Language and Linguistics . His work is recognized for integrating philological rigor with interdisciplinary insights into Japan's linguistic and cultural evolution.

• Japanese Language History
• Sociolinguistics
• Language Standardization
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Jong-Chol An is an Associate Professor at the Department of Asian and North African Studies, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. He specializes in the history of East and Southeast Asia, with a focus on Korean history, international relations, legal history, and colonial studies. His research explores topics such as Korean-American relations, colonial legal systems, and post-war political developments. He holds a JD from the University of Hawai'i and a PhD from Seoul National University. Education : JD, William S. Richardson School of Law, University of Hawai'i at Mānoa (2012) PhD, Department of Korean History, Seoul National University (2008) MA, Regional Studies-East Asia, Harvard University (2002) BA, Department of Korean History, Seoul National University (1995) Research Interests : An’s work examines the intersection of law, politics, and international relations in modern Korea. He has published extensively on topics such as the impact of US military occupation policies, colonial legal frameworks, and the historical development of Korean nationality law. His research also analyzes cultural exchanges between Korea and the West, with a focus on artifacts and intangible heritage. Articles : His recent publications include studies on fiscal policy in South Korea, Korean-Italian diplomatic history, and legal reforms during the US occupation. These works highlight trends in economic governance, historical treaty analysis, and legal evolution in post-colonial contexts. Awards and Grants : Pony Chung Fellowship (2024) Academy of Korean Studies Seed Program (2020–2023) Ca' Foscari University of Venice grants (2019–2021) Advising and Grants : An has secured significant funding for projects like the 'East and West in Korean Studies' initiative and the 'Spatial Palimpsest Project' in post-war Korea. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaborations and international partnerships. Labs/Teams : He leads the 'East and West in Korean Studies' research group at Ca' Foscari, focusing on cultural and legal exchanges between Korea and Europe.

• Korean History
• International Relations
• Legal History
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