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Alina Sajed is an Associate Professor of International Relations in the Department of Political Science at McMaster University, where she joined in September 2013 after serving as Assistant Professor at the University of Hong Kong from 2010 to 2013. She earned her PhD in Political Science from McMaster University in 2008, following academic work at Alexandru Ioan Cuza University in Romania. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English and French Language and Literature from Alexandru Ioan Cuza University, Iași Master of Arts from Alexandru Ioan Cuza University, Iași Master of Arts in Political Science from McMaster University PhD in Political Science from McMaster University (2008) Professor Sajed's research critically examines international relations through decolonial and postcolonial lenses, with particular focus on colonialism, decolonization, anticolonial theory, and Third Worldism as global political projects. Her work centers on North Africa and the Middle East, exploring political violence, political Islam, and the unrealized potential of Third Worldism beyond rigid nationalist boundaries. She investigates how Algerian intellectuals engaged in translocal solidarity with other decolonization projects worldwide. Dr. Sajed has received significant recognition for her scholarly contributions, including: ISA's 2024 Theory Award for special issue 'Anticolonial Connectivity and the Politics of Solidarity' President's Award for Excellence in Graduate Supervision (2022) As an educator, she teaches courses including International Relations: North-South, Non-Western International Relations, and Politics of the Global South. She serves as Associate Editor at Contexto Internacional: Journal of Global Connections and has guest edited issues for South Atlantic Quarterly and Postcolonial Studies, demonstrating her leadership in advancing decolonial approaches to international relations scholarship.

• International Relations Theory
• Decolonial Theory
• Postcolonial Studies
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Farid Laroussi is a Professor of French and Francophone Studies and Associate Graduate Advisor in the Department of French, Hispanic & Italian Studies within the Faculty of Arts at the University of British Columbia. Having joined UBC in 2010 after a decade of teaching at Yale University, he holds dual doctorates: a Ph.D. in French literature from the University of Virginia and a Doctorate in American literature from the University of Toulouse. Professor Laroussi's research spans Francophone/Maghreb Studies , 20th and 21st centuries French Studies , and Postcolonial Studies . His scholarly work initially focused on the Maghreb world with particular attention to text, memory and history, examining how francophone studies address challenges of cultural representation, especially around identity and identification. His interests intersect with postcolonial writings and their reinvention of transnational perspectives, as well as contemporary French literature and the evolution of literary ideas and generic constructs in the post-WWII novel. His current project, Aesthetic Alchemy of Twenty-First Century Arab Visual Arts , is a book manuscript currently under consideration. His extensive publication record includes more than thirty articles and three monographs, with his most recent book Francophone Literature After the Postcolonial Age (2024) representing the culmination of his scholarly trajectory. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on postcolonial theory, cultural representation, and literary analysis across French and Maghreb contexts, with particular attention to identity formation in contemporary literature and society. His research bridges literary criticism with sociopolitical analysis, examining how literature engages with postcolonial realities in France and North Africa. As Associate Graduate Advisor, Professor Laroussi supervises students in the French Master's and Ph.D. programs, guiding research in francophone literature, postcolonial studies, and contemporary French cultural analysis. His academic leadership extends to guest editing special journal issues, such as the 2022 volume of Studies in Twenty and Twenty-First Literature on "Narratives of Migration in Europe."

• Francophone Studies
• Maghreb Studies
• Postcolonial Studies
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Dyala Hamzah is an Associate Professor in the Department of History within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the University of Montreal. She maintains a dual affiliation as a researcher at CÉRIUM (Centre d'études et de recherches internationales) and is also a member of CCÉAE (Centre canadien d'études allemandes et européennes). Her office is located in Pavillon Lionel-Groulx, room C6110. Her research focuses on the processes of reform and centralization in the Arab provinces of the Ottoman Empire throughout the 19th century from cultural and social perspectives. She examines the role of press and associations in the emergence of public space during the Arab Renaissance and explores education and citizenship issues in colonial and post-colonial periods. Additionally, she studies the professionalization of Islamic expertise in the 20th century, particularly the institutional development of mosque-universities like al-Azhar, Zaytuna, and Qarawiyyin from the 18th century until their nationalization in the 1960s. Her publications reveal a consistent focus on Arab intellectual history, public sphere formation, nationalism, and the interplay between Islamic thought and modern political developments. Her work spans from detailed historical studies of Ottoman Egypt to contemporary analyses of Palestinian intellectual production and Arab public discourse. She has edited significant volumes including The Making of the Arab Intellectual (1880-1960) and The World in World Wars . Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as HST2070 (Emergence of the Contemporary Arab World), HST2627 (Dominations and Resistances in the Arab World), HST3070 (State and Religion in the Arab World, 18th-19th centuries), and HST6648 (The Arab Renaissance, fin-de-siècle public space). She has supervised numerous graduate students on diverse topics related to Middle Eastern history, including Sudanese agricultural transformations under Egyptian colonization, French perspectives on concentration camps in Cyrenaica, and microhistories of North African soldiers in Indochina. As an expert commentator, she has contributed to media discussions on Middle Eastern affairs, particularly regarding the Syrian conflict and reconstruction challenges, as well as analyses of ISIS and the caliphate concept.

• Ottoman Empire
• Public space
• Social movements
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Frédéric Vairel is a Full Professor at the School of Political Studies, University of Ottawa. His research focuses on authoritarian politics, social movements, transitional justice, and political violence in the Middle East and North Africa. He holds a Ph.D. from the Institut d'Études Politiques (2005) and has authored over 45 publications on protest dynamics, governance reforms, and political transitions. Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, Institut d'Études Politiques (2005) DEA de science politique comparative, Institut d'Études Politiques (1998) Diplôme de l'Institut d'Études Politiques (1997) Research Interests: Authoritarian regimes, contentious politics, transitional justice mechanisms, social movement mobilization in constrained environments, and governance transformations in emerging economies. His work emphasizes North Africa with particular attention to Morocco's political evolution. Publications Trends: Recent work examines post-2011 youth movements in Morocco, gender policy reforms, and the interplay between development initiatives and transitional justice. Earlier scholarship analyzed protest tactics under authoritarianism and electoral dynamics in Egypt. Advising & Grants: Supervised five graduate students (2019-2020). Active in international research networks studying MENA political transformations and has contributed to policy dialogues on democratization processes. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Érudit research platform and co-edits series on Middle Eastern social movements. Engaged with international organizations like the Equity and Reconciliation Commission in Morocco-related studies.

• Political Sociology
• Transitional Justice
• Social Movements
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Clémentine Gutron is a Research Fellow at the University of Louvain, specializing in the history and anthropology of archaeology in the Maghreb. Her work focuses on the interplay between heritage, colonialism, and indigenous narratives in North Africa. Participated in the ACHS 2016 conference session: "Nations, archaeological sites and indigenous peoples in the Maghreb" Her research explores archaeological practices in Tunisia across the 19th-20th centuries, addressing issues of cultural identity and historical representation through works like her book Archaeology in Tunisia: Genealogical Games on Antiquity .

• Archaeology
• History
• Anthropology
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Anna Madoeuf is a Professor of Geography at François-Rabelais University of Tours and heads the Arab World and Mediterranean Team (EMAM) within the UMR 7324 CITERES Laboratory (Cities, Territories, Environment, Societies). Her academic profile centers on urban dynamics in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern contexts, with a focus on heritage, public spaces, and socio-spatial transformations. Her research spans Urban Geography, Heritage Studies, and Mediterranean Studies, emphasizing how cultural practices shape urban environments. Key themes include pilgrimage routes, heritage conservation in North Africa, and leisure economies in contemporary cities, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with sociology and anthropology. Publications reveal consistent thematic evolution: early work on urban leisure (2005) expanded to pilgrimage spaces (2010) and panoramic urban analyses (2012), demonstrating deepening regional expertise in Maghreb and Middle Eastern urbanism through collaborative editorial projects. She leads the EMAM research team at CITERES Laboratory—a CNRS-affiliated unit—fostering studies on Mediterranean urban societies, with active conference participation including ACHS 2016's session on Marrakech's riad heritage.

• Urban Geography
• Heritage Studies
• Mediterranean Studies
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Désiré Nyela serves as a Full Professor in the Department of French Studies within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Sainte Anne University, Church Point, Nova Scotia. His academic profile centers on Francophone literary analysis across Africa, Maghreb, Caribbean, and European contexts, with specialized expertise in popular fiction genres. His educational background includes: Licence ès Lettres (L. ès L.) from University of Yaoundé Master ès Lettres (M. ès L.) from University of Yaoundé DEA from Paris-Sorbonne University (Paris-IV) Ph.D. from Paris-Sorbonne University (Paris-IV) Research Interests: Professor Nyela specializes in semiostylistics, applying semiotic frameworks to literary analysis. His primary focus encompasses African war narratives, Maghreb literary traditions, Caribbean postcolonial fiction, and European Francophone works. He critically examines popular genres including detective novels, spy fiction, and romantic literature, investigating their socio-cultural significance and narrative structures within decolonial contexts. His methodology bridges literary theory with cultural studies to analyze how genre conventions reflect political dynamics across Francophone spaces. Publication Trends: His scholarly trajectory demonstrates evolving expertise from war literature in Africa (2009) to African thriller production systems (2015), culminating in 2021's exploration of transnational literary crossings. Collectively, these works establish him as a leading authority on narrative forms in postcolonial Francophone societies, particularly regarding how popular genres articulate identity, resistance, and cultural exchange across continental and diasporic landscapes. Professional Activities: While specific student supervision details and research grants aren't documented in available materials, Professor Nyela maintains active scholarly engagement through his publications and university affiliation. His office (BC 318) and contact details (desire.nyela@usainteanne.ca, 902-260-5084) confirm ongoing institutional presence within Sainte Anne University's academic framework.

• Semiostylistics
• Francophone Literature
• African Literature
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Abdeljalil Akkari is a Professor of International Education at the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Geneva. His academic work focuses on comparative educational policies, internationalization of education, and the role of education in development, particularly in countries of the Global South. He teaches courses on intercultural education, international educational policies, and comparative research methods. His research explores multicultural education models, educational policy analysis in diverse contexts, and the integration of digital technologies in teaching. Notable publications include studies on immigrant integration in Swiss schools, educational systems in the Maghreb, and ICT adoption in teacher training. Despite his prolific output, no specific student advisees or scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Akkari's work emphasizes critical pedagogy and the interplay between cultural diversity and educational practices. He has contributed to debates on multiculturalism, republican education frameworks, and the challenges of globalizing educational policies.

• International Education
• Comparative Education
• Educational Policies
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Josias Semujanga is a full Professor at the Université de Montréal , affiliated with the Department of French-Language Literatures under the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Born in Rwanda, he pursued his academic training at the University of Burundi (BA, 1986), Université Laval (MA, 1989; PhD, 1992), followed by postdoctoral research at Laval and the Sorbonne (1992-1994). He previously taught at the National University of Rwanda and the University of Western Ontario before joining UdeM in 1999. Education: BA (Université du Burundi, 1986), MA (Université Laval, 1989), PhD (Université Laval, 1992) His research focuses on Francophone African and Caribbean literatures , transcultural theory, and the literary representation of genocide. He has supervised numerous doctoral and master's theses on topics like post-genocide narratives, transcultural identity, and genre experimentation in African literature. His 2019 Royal Society of Canada membership recognizes his contributions to Holocaust and genocide studies, African literature, and critical theory. Key publications include the monograph Origins of the Rwandan Genocide (2003), which examines hate discourse and colonial legacies, and the edited volume Les formes transculturelles du roman francophone (2004), analyzing genre hybridity. His article De l’africanité à la transculturalité (2001) argues for depoliticized literary analysis. Current research projects include Mathésis, mimésis, sémiosis (2019-2024), exploring popular genres in Francophone literature, and Les formes de l'altérité (2014-2018), funded by the Canadian Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council. Scientific Awards: 2024: Member, Royal Society of Canada He has directed over 15 theses on topics such as L'écriture du génocide , Transgressions in Francophone Novels , and Critical Reception of Postcolonial Texts . His work bridges literary theory, historical trauma, and interdisciplinary cultural studies.

• Francophone Literatures
• Transcultural Theory
• Genocide Narratives
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Dr. Abdelwaheb Mejri is a Clinical Lecturer in the Department of Pediatrics at the Université de Montréal Faculty of Medicine, affiliated with the CIUSSS East of the Island of Montreal. He practices at Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital and Sainte-Justine University Hospital, focusing on neonatal and perinatal medicine. Medical School & Residency: Tunisia Post-residency Internship: France (18 months) Neonatology Fellowship: CHU Sainte-Justine (2 years) His research explores hypoglycemia in newborns and socio-legal aspects of pediatrics, with clinical projects and publications spanning dermatology, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders. He has delivered 19 presentations, including 5 oral and 14 poster sessions. Scientific Contributions: Studies on neonatal metabolism and perinatal diagnostics Publications in Maghreb Médical and Acta Gastroenterologica Belgica Collaboration with Applied Clinical Research Unit (URCA)

• Neonatal Medicine
• Perinatal Medicine
• Hypoglycemia in Newborns
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Atiqa Hachimi is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC), cross-appointed in the Department of Linguistics. She holds roles as Associate Chair, Teaching, and contributes to the Women's and Gender Studies and African Studies programs. Her research focuses on sociolinguistic dynamics in the Arab world, particularly in Morocco. Education: B.A (Moulay Ismail University), M.A., and Ph.D. (University of Hawai'i). Research Interests: Sociolinguistics, language and gender, language contact, multilingualism, and globalization's impact on language. Notably, her work examines migration's influence on spoken Arabic in Casablanca and coining the 'Maghreb-Mashreq language ideology' framework. Publications: Authored Variability of nominal genitives in Casablanca Moroccan Arabic (2015) and published in journals like Journal of Sociolinguistics , Language in Society , and Social and Cultural Geography . Teaching & Engagement: Taught courses on language and gender, sociolinguistics, and language in the Arab world. Served as a founding affiliate of the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (2015).

• Sociolinguistics
• Language and gender
• Language and ethnicity
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Ariella Aïsha Azoulay is a Professor of Modern Culture and Media in the Department of Comparative Literature at Brown University. Her work critically examines colonialism, imperial historiography, and the intersections of photography with political ontology. She is renowned for reimagining historical narratives through decolonial frameworks, particularly focusing on Jewish-Muslim relations in North Africa and the Middle East. Her research explores how colonial violence fragmented communities and erased alternative histories. Key themes include the ethics of photographic representation, the segmentation of populations under imperialism, and the potential for 'unlearning' oppressive structures through reconfigured narratives. Azoulay's interdisciplinary approach bridges art, philosophy, and political theory, with a focus on marginalized voices. Her publications analyze topics such as the Zionist colonization of Palestine, French colonial Algeria, and the role of archives in perpetuating imperial ideologies. Recent work emphasizes reconstructing 'potential histories' that challenge dominant historical paradigms. She regularly engages in public discourse through lectures and events like Humanities Week 2025's 'Diaspora Stories.' Azoulay holds no listed academic awards but is recognized for innovative contributions to postcolonial studies. Her advising and grant activities are not detailed in the provided texts, though her work frequently intersects with institutional critique and museum studies.

• Colonialism Studies
• Jewish-Muslim Relations
• Photography Studies
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Matthew McCarty is Associate Professor of Roman Archaeology and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on the entanglements of social power, materiality, production, and worship on the edges of the Roman Empire, with special interests in North Africa, Dacia (Romania), and Syria. Education: BA in Classical Civilization & Art History from Yale University; MSt and DPhil in Classical/Archaeology from the University of Oxford Prior appointments: Lecturer at Worcester College, Oxford (2009-2010); Lecturer at University of Warwick (2009-2010); Andrew Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow at Yale University (2010-2012); Perkins-Cotsen Fellow at Princeton University (2012-2015) McCarty identifies as a postcolonial, neo-Marxist archaeologist whose work examines imperialism, colonialism, and identity in the ancient world through interdisciplinary and comparative approaches. His research emphasizes how religious knowledge in the Roman world was material rather than text-based, arguing that a history of Roman religion should start from 'things' rather than sacred texts. He has developed significant expertise in Mithraism, Roman provincial archaeology, and the archaeology of ancient religion, with particular attention to cross-cultural comparisons (especially with Qin/Han China). His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on Roman provincial religion, particularly in North Africa and Dacia, with increasing attention to environmental aspects, colonial impacts, and methodological approaches to studying material religion. McCarty's work shows a clear evolution from studying specific sites and practices toward broader theoretical frameworks for understanding religious transformation in the Roman Empire, with recent publications emphasizing postcolonial perspectives on Roman archaeology. McCarty actively supervises graduate students, particularly those interested in ancient religion or Roman provinces, and co-directs a field project in Roman Dacia where students can participate in excavation. He teaches a range of courses from introductory Classical Archaeology to specialized topics on Roman archaeology, ancient religion, Greek/Roman art, and a course he developed on Greek and Roman technology in social contexts. His current major projects include 'The Materiality of Religion in the Roman World' monograph, the Apulum Mithraeum III Project, research on the Mithraeum at Dura-Europos, and the Apulum Roman Villas Project examining rural society in Roman Dacia. He is also working on forthcoming books including 'Divine Labours. Work and Worship Between Ideology and Economy in the Roman Empire' and 'Materializing Mithras.'

• Roman Archaeology
• Ancient Religion
• Mithraism
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Jean-François Desbiens is a Full Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Sherbrooke, holding this position since 2007. He also serves as an Associate Professor at Université Laval (2024-2029) and has held significant administrative roles including Vice-Dean of Training (2022-2026) at the University of Sherbrooke. His academic career spans over two decades with a focus on educational psychology and physical education. Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, Laval University (2001) M.A. in Kinesiology, University of Sherbrooke (1994) B.A. in Physical Activity, University of Sherbrooke (1992) Professor Desbiens' research centers on pedagogical supervision, classroom management, and the motivational climate in physical and health education. He examines how teacher training programs can better prepare educators to create supportive learning environments that foster student engagement and development. His work particularly emphasizes the development of self-efficacy among trainee teachers and the implementation of effective classroom management strategies. With expertise spanning educational psychology and physical education, his research investigates the complex interplay between teacher practices, student motivation, and educational outcomes, with significant implications for teacher education programs. His recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on teacher professional development, particularly in physical and health education contexts. His work examines mentoring practices, classroom management strategies, and the motivational climate in educational settings. A notable trend is his comparative research on teacher training across different cultural contexts, including studies in Quebec, Tunisia, and the Maghreb region. His methodological approach often combines qualitative and quantitative methods to investigate teacher-student dynamics, with particular attention to how professional development programs impact teaching practices and student outcomes. 2024: Louise-Dandurand French Publication Prize from Fonds de recherche du Québec 2017: CCGSE Mentorship Award from Canadian Society for the Study of Education 2007: ARIS Best Poster Award (co-author) and Team Award 2003: Tousignant-Desrosiers Prize for best doctoral thesis in French in Canada Multiple Teaching Excellence Awards from Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue Professor Desbiens has secured substantial research funding from multiple sources including SSHRC ($200,000 partnership grant 2022-2025), FRQSC ($240,000 2022-2026), and FRQNT ($25,352 2025-2027). His current projects focus on teacher professional development, classroom management strategies, and the motivational climate in physical education. He collaborates extensively with researchers across Quebec, Canada, Tunisia, and France. His research has significant practical implications for teacher education programs and educational policy, particularly in addressing challenges faced by beginning teachers during their professional integration. He is actively involved in the Centre de recherche sur la profession et la formation enseignante (Research Center on Teaching Profession and Training) at the University of Sherbrooke, which received substantial funding ($1,611,600 from FRQSC, 2017-2023). His work bridges theory and practice, with a strong emphasis on improving teacher preparation and supporting beginning teachers through their professional integration.

• Educational Psychology
• Physical Education
• Teacher Training
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