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Joanna Grela is a Professor at the Department of Comparative Civilization Studies within the Faculty of Philosophy at Jagiellonian University (UJ) in Kraków, Poland. She holds habilitation in cultural studies (2016, SWPS University, Warsaw), a doctorate in religious studies (2004, Jagiellonian University), and is a certified Tibetologist (2000, INALCO, Paris). Her academic credentials also include an MA in philosophy (1996, Jagiellonian University) and postgraduate studies in gender (2009, Jagiellonian University). Her educational background includes: 2004: PhD in Humanities in religious studies, Jagiellonian University 2000: Diplôme Unilingue de Langue et Civilization Orientales de Tibétain, Institut National des Langues et Civilizations Orientales (INALCO), Paris 1996: Master of Philosophy, Jagiellonian University 2009: Postgraduate studies in gender, Jagiellonian University Professor Grela's research focuses on Tibetan, Himalayan, and Mongolian cultures, with particular emphasis on pre-Buddhist cults and their contemporary representations in popular culture, societal transformations, Tibetan ethnic and cultural identity, cultural stereotypes, and the comparative anthropology of Buddhism. Her work bridges religious studies, cultural anthropology, and Tibetan studies, examining both historical traditions and their modern adaptations. She has made significant contributions to understanding how traditional Buddhist practices interact with contemporary social contexts, digital technologies, and global cultural flows. Her scholarly output reveals consistent engagement with Tibetan religious culture, Buddhist textual traditions, and the adaptation of Buddhist practices in modern contexts. She has extensively explored the relationship between pre-Buddhist traditions and contemporary religious practices, the role of deities in Tibetan Buddhism, and the transformation of Buddhist thought in different cultural settings including Thailand and Poland. Her more recent work addresses how Buddhism is adapting to digital environments and contemporary social challenges. Her notable achievements include: 2017: Pro Arte Docendi Award from the Rector of Jagiellonian University Multiple teaching awards (2011/12, 2012/13, 2014/15) Membership in the International Association of Buddhist Universities (IABU) Collaboration with the Centre d'Etudes Himalayennes CNRS Professor Grela has led significant research projects including 'The impact of secularization and schooling on socio-religious relations between ritual specialists and the lay community in the Rebkong region' (2018-2020) and 'The Common Buddhist Text Project' (2009-2016). Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to both scholarly research and teaching excellence, with numerous publications spanning academic journals, edited volumes, and encyclopedia entries. She maintains active international collaboration and has presented her research at conferences across Europe and Asia.

• Tibetan Studies
• Buddhist Studies
• Religious Studies
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Przemysław Kordos is a Professor at the University of Warsaw , affiliated with the Faculty of Liberal Arts , where he serves as Coordinator for the Development of the Modern Greek Philology Program . He holds two PhDs in Humanities (2007, 2019) and was awarded the Loukis Papaphilippou Seat of Advancement in Modern Greek scholarship. Education: MA in Ethnology and Cultural Anthropology (University of Warsaw, 2001) MS in Sociology (University of Warsaw, 2002) PhD in Humanities (University of Warsaw, 2007) Second PhD in Humanities (University of Warsaw, 2019) His research interests span: Contemporary Modern Greek and Cypriot literature Polish-Greek cultural relations (philhellenism) Social and ethnographic issues in Greece and Cyprus Travel literature analysis Fantasy literature's cultural implications His scientific work reveals a focus on linguistic assimilation in foreign language learning (via fMRI studies), historical parallels between Polish and Greek independence movements, and critical analyses of Cypriot folk culture's politicization. Key scientific awards include: Loukis Papaphilippou Seat (University of Warsaw) Internships at EKPA and IKY (Greece) Scholarships at IMXA (Greece) and MUNI (Czech Republic) His academic contributions include cataloging 60+ Polish travel accounts to Greece, analyzing the shift from travel literature to tourism discourse, and examining the Hellene-Romios dichotomy's role in modern Greek identity construction.

• Modern Greek Literature
• Cypriot Culture
• Comparative Literature
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Dr. hab. Jolanta Szymkowska-Bartyzel, prof. UJ, is a Full Professor at Jagiellonian University's Faculty of International and Political Studies, specializing in American Studies and Polish Diaspora Research. She holds positions as the Erasmus PLUS Programme Coordinator and member of the Discipline Council for Cultural and Religious Studies, as well as the Faculty Electoral Commission. Education: Graduate in Film Studies from Jagiellonian University Doctoral dissertation on American myths and cultural motifs in television advertising Research Interests: Americanization and anti-Americanism American popular culture's impact in Poland Intercultural dialogue and transnational identity Cultural diplomacy and media analysis Key Contributions: Co-organized the American Dream exhibition at Kraków's National Museum (2009) Authored monographs like Our Imagined America (2015) and The American Myth - the Polish Consumer (2006) Presented globally at conferences in Hungary, Czech Republic, Malta, and Portugal Grants & Projects: Principal investigator in NCN-funded projects on transatlantic relations and cultural differences Coordinated international exchange programs with Radboud University and Universität Duisburg-Essen Labs/Teams: Active in the Institute of American Studies and Polish Diaspora’s research groups focusing on transnational cultural dynamics and media studies.

• Americanization and anti-Americanism
• American popular culture
• Intercultural dialogue
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Prof. Dr. hab. Marzena Górecka is a Full Professor at the Department of German-Language Literature and Culture , Faculty of Humanities , John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin . Her academic career includes habilitation (2006), Erasmus teaching assignments at the University of Freiburg (Switzerland), and leadership of the INTERREG III C project Language Bridges (2004-2006). Education: University of Lublin (Humanities), University of Zurich (Germanic Philology), University of Perugia (Italian Studies) Degree: Licentiata Philosophiae (1995), Doctorate in German Medieval Literature (1999) Research Focus: German medieval mysticism (Mechthild von Magdeburg, Hildegard von Bingen), Swiss German-language literature of the 20th century (Meinrad Inglin, Albin Zollinger), and literary translation theory with emphasis on Joseph Ratzinger/Benedict XVI's Opera Omnia . She explores mystical anthropology, cultural boundaries, and the interplay between theology and literature. Recent Trends: Analysis of postmodern literary spirituality, translation challenges of theological texts, and cultural memory in European border regions. Her 2023 publications examine educational crises through religious pedagogy and contemporary social critique in Swiss literature. Key Awards: Feniks National Literary Award (2014, 2013), Ministerial Individual Scholarship (MEiN), Landes&Gyr Foundation Research Stipend (Switzerland) Academic Service: Active in international research (SNSF Berlin evaluation), editorial leadership for Opera Omnia Ratzinger , and conference organization on European values and migration. She serves on the Polish Ministerial Expert Panel for academic promotions.

• German Medieval Mysticism
• Swiss German-Language Literature
• Literary Anthropology
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Zbigniew Landowski is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Gdańsk within the Faculty of History , specifically the Division of Methodology of History, History of Historiography and Archival Science . His research focuses on the intersection of Islamic political thought with constitutional practices in the 19th and 20th centuries, the ideology and history of Hizb ut-Tahrir, and the integration of Islam into multicultural societies such as the Balkans, Southeast Asia, and China. Email: zbigniew.landowski@ug.edu.pl Research Interests include: History of Islamic Political Thought Constitutional Integration of Islam Hizb ut-Tahrir Ideology Islam in Multicultural Contexts Historiography of the Balkans, Southeast Asia, and China Recent Publications highlight his exploration of: Medieval Islamic bestiaries and cultural symbolism Polish Orientalist networks in interwar Vilnius and Gdańsk Historical epidemiology of cholera in Tsarist Russia Identity dynamics in Arab literature State-Islam relations in post-Soviet Kazakhstan Sociopolitical transformations in Ottoman-era women's daily life

• Islamic Political Thought
• Constitutional History
• Hizb ut-Tahrir
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Professor Katarzyna Marciniak is a distinguished scholar at the Faculty of Artes Liberales, University of Warsaw, where she serves as Director of the Center for Research on Ancient Tradition (OBTA) and Head of The Cluster: The Past for the Present – International Research and Educational Programme. She was Vice-Dean for International Cooperation from 2016 to 2024 and has established herself as a leading expert in classical reception studies, particularly regarding children's literature. Professor Marciniak earned her Master of Arts in Classical Philology (2000) and Italian Philology (2003) from the University of Warsaw, completing the Inter-Faculty Individual Studies in the Humanities in 2003. She received her Doctor of Humanities degree in 2004 (summa cum laude) with a dissertation on Cicero's translations from Greek to Latin as ideological manipulation tools, supervised by Professor Jerzy Axer. She completed her habilitation in 2009 and was awarded the title of Professor of Humanities in 2019. Her research focuses on the reception of Classical Antiquity in children's and young adults' culture, exploring how ancient myths function as transformation markers in contemporary societies. She examines the role of mythical creatures in youth literature across different cultures and how classical mythology serves as a cultural code that facilitates intergenerational communication. Her work bridges classical philology with modern literary studies and educational theory. Professor Marciniak's publications reveal a consistent trajectory examining how classical antiquity, particularly mythology, is adapted for younger audiences. Her work spans from scholarly analyses of Cicero to accessible mythological guides for children. The most recent publications focus on how ancient myths serve as medicine for life's hardships and how mythical beasts function as cultural transformation markers across global youth literature. Prime Minister's Award for best doctoral dissertation (2004) Klio Award 2nd class for best historical book (2011) Polityka Scientific Award (2012) Title of Young Ambassador of the Polish Language (2013) Medal of the 200th Anniversary of the University of Warsaw (2016) ERC Consolidator Grant (2016-2022) ERC Proof of Concept Grant (2023-2025) Professor Marciniak has secured significant research funding, including the prestigious ERC Consolidator Grant (the first in humanities in Poland) and ERC Proof of Concept Grant for her "Our Mythical Childhood" program. She has also received multiple Alexander von Humboldt Foundation awards and has been elected to the Academy of Young Scientists of the Polish Academy of Sciences. She serves on the Management Board of the International Federation of Classical Studies and the Board of Curators of Department I of the Polish Academy of Sciences. She directs the Center for Research on Ancient Tradition (OBTA) which coordinates the international "Our Mythical Childhood" research program. This initiative has grown into a global network connecting scholars from Europe, North America, Africa, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. The program has produced several major publications and educational initiatives, including the "Modern Argonauts" multicultural educational program.

• Classical Reception Studies
• Children's Literature
• Mythology
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Marta Koronkiewicz-Kaczmarska , PhD, is a researcher at the Institute of Polish Philology at the University of Wrocław. Her work centers on modernist and contemporary poetry, literary anthropology, and the socio-political contexts of poetic texts. Research Interests : Her scholarship explores intersections between poetry and everyday life, with a focus on anthropological approaches to literary experience and the political dimensions of poetic form. She has contributed to debates on Polish modernism, including works by Andrzej Sosnowski and Adam Ważyk. Editorial Roles : She serves as deputy editor-in-chief of Przerzutnia. Magazine of Literature and Research on Everyday Life and co-edits the Odra journal series. She is also on the editorial board of WIDMA , a journal of American and Polish verse. Scientific Awards : Second Prize, Czesław Zgorzelski Competition (2011) for master's thesis Nominated for WARTO Award in Literature (2012, 2014, 2015) Academic Activities : She co-organized the Microfestiwal (Festival of Young Poetry) and participated in seminars at Adam Mickiewicz University, including the Laboratory of Anthropofiction . She actively contributes to the Kreacje Krytyczne discussion series on contemporary humanities.

• Modernist Poetry
• Contemporary Poetry
• Literary Anthropology
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Dr Michał Wolski is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Editing, University of Wrocław’s Faculty of Philology. Specializing in literature and film studies, he holds degrees in Polish Philology (editing), Journalism, and Typography. His research focuses on vampire imagery, pop culture, comic book theory, and text aesthetics. Education: M.A. in Polish Philology (editing spec.), Journalism & Creative Writing, Academic Typography. PhD (2017): The Imagination of the Vampire in the Face of Models of the Contemporary Antihero . Research Interests: Cultural analysis of vampires in media, typographic design in publishing, superhero narratives, adaptation strategies, and Polish popular culture history. Publications: Authored Sensitive Bloodsuckers (2020), edited Lexicon of (Less Known) Vampire Films (2018), and published over 40 articles in journals like Zeszyty Komiksowe and Journal of Adaptation in Film and Performance . Leadership: Founded the Trickster research association, organized 20+ conferences, and contributed to 13 monographs on pop culture. Co-manages the POPkultura–POPliteratura book series. Projects: Led CLARIN infrastructure work (2013–2015) and editorial projects on vampire films. Currently oversees Stanisław Vincenz Archive initiatives. Labs/Teams: Active in the Department of Editorial Studies and Wrocław’s pop culture research networks.

• Literary Studies
• Film Studies
• Comic Book Theory
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Dr. Renata Iwicka is a researcher at Jagiellonian University's Department of Comparative Civilization Studies, Faculty of Oriental Studies. Specializing in Japanese and Sinology within literary studies, she holds a PhD in Cultural Studies and maintains significant translation work of Japanese literature from the Taishō period, particularly focusing on Akutagawa Ryūnosuke. Key Research Areas: Nationalism in East Asia, Japanese-Korean cultural relations, social media impact on national identity, and demonology in historical contexts. Academic Contributions: Edited volumes on male image representations, explored post-war reconciliation mechanisms through media, and analyzed the evolution of masculinity in Korean television. Publications Trend: Recent works focus on internet-era nationalism (Kamikakushi, Dokdo disputes) and cultural cross-pollination between Japan and Korea, with methodological approaches combining narrative analysis, cultural anthropology, and media studies. Awards: Pro Arte Docendi Award (2016/17), ID.UJ research funding (2023) Projects: Neonationalism on the Internet, Zainichi ethnic minority studies, and historical analysis of Japanese demonology. Her non-scientific interests include physics and toxicology, while maintaining active research trips and interdisciplinary approaches blending literary analysis with cultural theory.

• Nationalism
• East Asian Cultural Studies
• Cultural Anthropology
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Dr. Paulina Grzęda is an Assistant Professor at SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Warsaw, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities and Department of English Studies within the Institute of Humanities. She serves as the Student Organization Coordinator for the Department of English Studies and coordinator of the Business Communication specialization since 2024. PhD from University of Warsaw Research fellowships at University of Cambridge Research fellowships at SOAS, University of London Dr. Grzęda's research primarily focuses on trauma and its representations in film and literature, with particular emphasis on post-apartheid South African contexts. Her work explores alternative perceptions of time in postcolonial cultures and contemporary mental health crises, including the opioid crisis in the United States. She investigates the connections between literature and psychotherapy, examining how narrative forms can serve as therapeutic tools for processing collective trauma. Her cultural studies approach integrates multilingual perspectives from her expertise in English, Spanish, and French literature. Her publication record demonstrates consistent engagement with trauma theory, postcolonial literature, and temporal conceptualizations. The articles reveal a progression from focused analyses of South African literary responses to apartheid towards broader examinations of mental health crises and temporal perceptions in postcolonial contexts. Her work consistently bridges literary analysis with psychological and cultural theory, creating interdisciplinary connections between trauma studies, cultural anthropology, and narrative theory. As an educator, Dr. Grzęda teaches courses on trauma in film and literature, cross-cultural psychology, communication, PR, and practical English. She also applies her academic expertise through certified coaching practice specializing in cross-cultural, relationship, and ADHD coaching. Her professional background includes significant experience in the cultural sector as Operations Director of three film festivals, demonstrating practical application of her academic interests.

• Trauma Studies
• Postcolonial Literature
• Cultural Studies
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Katarzyna Liszka is an Assistant Professor at the Taube Department of Jewish Studies at the University of Wrocław. She has held teaching roles at multiple institutions since 2008, including the Lower Silesian Higher School of Economics, the Academy of Fine Arts in Wrocław, and the Institute for Culture Studies at her alma mater. She co-founded the Association of Education and Civic Initiatives 'Chiazm,' organizing events focused on Holocaust-related issues and ethical memory. Education: She earned her MA in cultural studies, philosophy, and Jewish Languages and Culture at the University of Wrocław. Research interests: Her work centers on Holocaust studies, modern Jewish philosophy, and the ethical dimensions of traumatic memory. She investigates how Jewish theology and philosophy inform responses to the Holocaust, emphasizing non-consensual democracy, cultural anthropology, and the intersection of trauma and dialogue. Key areas include socio-political ethics, human rights frameworks, and the role of testimony in memorializing catastrophic events. Her research trends consistently address Holocaust memory, ethical labor division in post-catastrophe societies, and philosophical dialogues on human nature. Recent publications analyze cultural symbolism (e.g., Jewish figurines in Poland) and trauma representation through interdisciplinary lenses. Scientific Awards: Grant from the John F. Kennedy Institute for North American Studies (FU Berlin) for research project 'Responses to the Holocaust. Post-Holocaust Jewish and Non-Jewish Thought in American Culture.' Advising and Grants: While no specific advisees are listed, her grant-funded work highlights mentorship through collaborative research projects. She has engaged with international teams in Berlin, Vilnius, and across Poland, advancing topics like pragmatist aesthetics and non-consensual democracy. Her teaching and civic initiatives reflect a commitment to bridging academic and community engagement. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Centre for Legal Education and Social Theory in Berlin and the Polish Cultural Studies Society. Co-organized seminars like 'Czytanie Margalita' and 'Cultura Lectionis,' addressing post-Holocaust theology and modern cultural theory. A key member of interdisciplinary Holocaust research networks.

• Holocaust Studies
• Jewish Philosophy
• Modern Philosophy
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Dr. hab. Agata Seweryn, holding the title of Professor at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin (KUL), serves in the Department of Enlightenment Literature, Romanticism and Art Criticism within the Institute of Literary Studies at the Faculty of Humanities. Her academic career spans decades of dedicated scholarship focused on Polish literary traditions from the Enlightenment through Romanticism, with particular emphasis on the intersections between literature and music. Professor Seweryn's research interests form a cohesive interdisciplinary framework examining Polish Enlightenment literature, Romanticism, literary criticism, and the complex relationship between music and literature. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in Norwid studies and Chopin's cultural reception, revealing how musical elements permeate literary works and vice versa. She has made significant contributions to understanding how Polish Romantic poets engaged with musical forms and how composers interpreted literary works. Her scholarly output reveals consistent thematic threads connecting musicology with literary analysis, particularly in examining how Polish Romantic writers incorporated musical structures into their poetry and prose. This interdisciplinary approach has yielded important insights into figures like Norwid and Chopin, while also exploring broader questions about artistic synthesis in 19th-century Polish culture. Medal of the National Education Commission Rector's Award, 1st degree Individual Award, 3rd degree Professor Seweryn actively supervises doctoral and master's theses while participating in numerous research projects funded by the Ministry of Education and Science, including the National Program for the Development of Humanities. She serves on juries for national literature and language olympiads and contributes to academic discourse through conference organization, including co-hosting the nationwide conference '(Po)między: borderlands, crossroads, undefined places.' Her service extends to editorial roles for scholarly publications and review work for academic journals. Her academic activities include regular lectures for secondary schools across Poland and specialized courses on voice production and spoken language culture at the Seminary of Friars Minor Capuchin in Lublin, demonstrating her commitment to both scholarly research and practical language education.

• Polish Enlightenment Literature
• Polish Romanticism
• Literary Criticism
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Monika Milewska is an Adjunct Professor at the Division of Polish Ethnology and Anthropology of History within the Faculty of History, University of Gdańsk. A scholar of history and anthropology, her work bridges academic rigor with literary creativity, focusing on traumatic historical experiences, political myths, and ideological constructions. University of Warsaw (PhD in History, 2000) School of Social Sciences, Polish Academy of Sciences (2000) École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales, Paris (1996-1997) Her research interrogates the anthropology of history , particularly the French Revolution and Napoleonic era , through lenses of totalitarian ideology , personality cults , and political mythology . Recent publications explore symbolic representations of power, state-controlled narratives, and the cultural underpinnings of historical trauma. Milewska's scholarly output intersects with her literary achievements. Her radio play Podróż na Księżyc received Sopot Festival's Grand Prix (2015), while the novel Latawiec z betonu won the Pomeranian Literary Award 'Wiatr od morza' (2019). She has held prestigious scholarships from the Mellon Foundation, French government, and the Polish Ministry of Culture. Fellow, American Academy in Rome POLITYKA scholarship recipient Nike Literary Award nominee Over twenty poetry/drama competition laureate Milewska operates at the intersection of historical anthropology and literary historiography , producing works that simultaneously analyze and embody the cultural mechanisms she studies.

• Anthropology of history
• History of mentality
• Propaganda
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Dr. hab. Cezary Galewicz is a Professor at the Jagiellonian University's Department of Comparative Civilization Studies, specializing in South Asian civilizations. His work bridges historical, anthropological, and literary methodologies, focusing on ritual practices, manuscript cultures, and intercultural coexistence. Contact: cezary.galewicz@uj.edu.pl . Research Interests Contemporary traditional knowledge systems in India and South Asia Ritual and performance in religious traditions Cultural history of books, print, and new media Colonial/postcolonial studies and diffusion of ideas Projects "Lands of memory, kingdoms of writing, empires of print" (2012/05/B/HS2/04103) "Living Libraries" (2003/25) on Rigveda transmission "Books and scholarly communities" (2008/34) on Yamala-astaka-tantra "Les Mondes Lettrés" at EHESS, Paris Achievements Visiting Professor at EHESS, Paris

• South Asian civilizations
• Continuity and change in cultural traditions
• Coexistence of religions and cultures
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Dr. Wojciech Kosior is a researcher at the Department of Comparative Civilization Studies within the Centre for Comparative Studies of Civilisations at Jagiellonian University, Poland. He holds degrees in Jewish Studies from the Paideia Institute, Religious Studies, and Psychology from Jagiellonian University. Education: Jewish Studies (Paideia Institute) Religious Studies (Jagiellonian University) Psychology (Jagiellonian University) His research focuses on angelology, demonology, and apotropaism, cognitive science of religion, and digital humanities applications in religious text analysis. He specializes in Hebrew Bible, early rabbinic literature (Talmuds, Midrashes), Targums, Dead Sea Scrolls, and apocryphal texts. His work often intersects ancient religious traditions with modern quantitative and qualitative analysis. Key trends in his recent publications include systematic databases for supernatural entities (Elyonim veTachtonim project), cognitive theory of religion applications, and digital humanities tools in Jewish and Biblical studies. His work has been supported by grants from the National Science Centre (2018/31/D/HS1/00513) and Ministry of Science and Higher Education initiatives. While he has not explicitly listed scientific awards, his research has been funded through competitive grants. He manages significant projects like the Elyonim veTachtonim database and co-edits comparative religious studies outputs.

• Hebrew Bible
• Early Rabbinic Literature
• Angelology
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