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Britt Dahlman is an Associate Professor in Classical Greek at the Center for Theology and Religious Studies (CTR), Faculty of Humanities and Theology, Lund University. She specializes in the study and editing of ancient and medieval Greek texts, particularly monastic literature such as the Apophthegmata Patrum and hippiatric texts. Her research interests include: Digital editing and encoding of manuscripts Textual fluidity and redactional changes Translation issues in multilingual traditions Authorship questions in ancient texts Language analysis in historical contexts Monastic literature and early Christian studies Dr. Dahlman's scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on patristic literature, monastic texts, and digital humanities approaches. Her work bridges traditional philological methods with innovative digital tools for manuscript analysis and database creation, showing particular expertise in textual fluidity and multilingual textual traditions. Scientific recognition: The Harry Karlsson Prize for Research in the Humanities (2008) Dr. Dahlman has secured significant research funding from multiple prestigious sources including the Swedish Research Council, Bank of Sweden Tercentenary Foundation, and Crafoord Foundation. She currently leads three major research projects: 'Metaphrasis and Gender,' 'Authority, Community and Individual Freedom,' and 'Knowledge, Magic and Horse Medicine in Late Antiquity.' She is actively involved with several research teams and digital initiatives, most notably as co-editor of four important databases: APDB (Apophthegmata Patrum DataBase), Monastica, HIPPO (with its digital platform Hippiatrica), and HAMEN (Hagiography and Menologia Database).

• Ancient Greek texts
• Medieval Greek texts
• Monastic literature
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Lilli Hölzlhammer is a Researcher in Greek at the Department of Linguistics and Philology at Uppsala University. Her scholarly work bridges classical studies, medieval literature, and translation theory with significant contributions across multiple linguistic traditions. Her research interests include: Medieval literature and its reception across cultural boundaries Translation theory and historical translation practices Byzantine studies and Greek literary traditions Narrative strategies in multilingual contexts Gender and queer theory applications to medieval texts Cross-cultural transmission of knowledge and literary forms Analysis of Dr. Hölzlhammer's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on how literary works were adapted across linguistic and cultural boundaries during the medieval period. Her work on Medea translations, Kalila wa-Dimnah transmission, and gender in medieval animal stories demonstrates how narrative forms evolve through translation while maintaining core elements. She frequently examines the intersection of educational purposes with literary adaptation, particularly in works that transmitted knowledge across civilizations. Dr. Hölzlhammer has established interdisciplinary collaborations, evidenced by her publications in both literary studies journals and psychology publications about adolescent development. This cross-disciplinary approach enriches her primary research in medieval literature with insights from behavioral sciences, demonstrating the value of interdisciplinary perspectives in understanding textual transmission and reception.

• Medieval Literature
• Translation Studies
• Byzantine Studies
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Kristiina Savin is a Senior Lecturer and Researcher in the Division of History of Ideas and Sciences at Lund University's Department of Arts and Cultural Sciences, Faculty of Humanities and Theology. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Phil. Dr.) in History of Ideas and Science and maintains an active presence across teaching, research, and academic administration. Her academic journey includes: Defended doctoral thesis in fall 2011 on 'Fortuna's clothing: happiness, misfortune and risk in early modern Sweden' Served as researcher and teacher at Uppsala University Campus Gotland (2014-2016) Collaborated on research projects at Lund University and Södertörn University (2017-2021) Appointed as temporary lecturer in history of ideas and learning and fashion studies from 2022 onwards Currently heads the department for fashion studies Savin's research centers on the history of ideas with particular emphasis on emotional history, conceptual change, and early modern cultural practices. Her work examines how emotional frameworks evolve historically, investigating concepts like Fortuna, sighs of desire, and risk perception within their cultural contexts. She demonstrates how emotional experiences are shaped by historical circumstances while simultaneously shaping cultural expressions. Her scholarly output reveals consistent thematic development across two decades, progressing from early work on bibliomania and Fortuna symbolism to contemporary explorations of conceptual history in the Anthropocene. Recent publications show increasing engagement with emotional vocabulary and the intellectual history of concepts, reflecting broader trends in historical scholarship that emphasize affective dimensions of past societies. Key research projects include: 'Classics Refashioned. Swedish Translations of Ancient Literature' (2017-2022) 'Förmoderna Livshållningar. Idéer, dygder och värden i förmodern och tidigmodern tid' (2007-2012) Savin actively contributes to academic discourse through organizing workshops on fashion studies and emotional history, demonstrating commitment to collaborative scholarship and knowledge dissemination within her disciplinary communities.

• History of Ideas
• History of Emotions
• Concept History
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Elisabet Göransson serves as Associate Professor in Latin at Lund University's Centre for Languages and Literature within the Faculty of Humanities and Theology. She additionally holds positions as Programme Coordinator at the Centre for Theology and Religious Studies and as a Researcher in Interdisciplinary Latin studies. Her research focuses on textual scholarship, particularly Latin studies, palaeography, and textual criticism. She has extensive experience editing medieval and early modern texts including the Skara Missal and theological controversies from the Swedish Reformation period. Her work bridges traditional philological methods with digital approaches to textual analysis, demonstrating expertise across multiple domains including digital humanities, religious history, and scholarly editing practices. Göransson leads several major research projects: "Knowledge, magic and horse medicine in Late Antiquity" (Swedish Research Council, 2021-2025), "Authority, community and individual freedom - Latin monastic culture and the roots of European educational ideals" (Riksbankens Jubileumsfond, 2022-2024), and the "TextVid Öresund" textual studies network (2021-2023). Member Steering Committee of Filologie medievali e moderne (2023) AcademiaNet (2022) The New Royal Society of Letters in Lund (2017) She teaches Postclassical Latin (LATA01), Paleography (BBHR02), and digital tools for textual scholarship. As course coordinator for multiple graduate-level courses and steering committee member for the DigPhil graduate school, she plays a significant role in shaping humanities education at Lund University. Her international collaborations reflect the global nature of contemporary textual scholarship.

• Latin Studies
• Textual Scholarship
• Palaeography
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Martin Gansten is an Associate Professor affiliated with the Centre for Theology and Religious Studies at Lund University, working within the Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology. His academic work bridges religious studies and the history of science, with particular focus on cross-cultural intellectual exchanges between Greek, Persian, Arabic, and Indian traditions. His research primarily explores two interconnected areas: The indigenous religions of India, with special emphasis on classical and modern Hinduism The development and intercultural transmission of horoscopic astrology across historical periods from the Hellenistic era to the 19th century Dr. Gansten's work deliberately moves beyond the common discourse of 'western esotericism' to include the significant but often neglected contributions of South Asia to global intellectual history. His philological approach emphasizes historical context and primary source analysis, as reflected in his appreciation of C.S. Lewis's historical methodology. His scholarly output demonstrates significant engagement with Sanskrit texts and cross-cultural knowledge transmission, particularly in the field of astrology. His publications have been referenced in multiple academic contexts including Wikipedia pages and scholarly citation networks, indicating their importance to ongoing research in religious studies and the history of science. Dr. Gansten maintains a clear distinction between his academic work on the historical study of astrology and non-academic approaches to astrology, directing interested parties to appropriate resources for each domain through his professional website.

• History of Religions
• Hinduism
• Horoscopic Astrology
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Milan Vukasinovic is a Researcher in Greek at Uppsala University's Department of Linguistics and Philology, specializing in Byzantine and medieval Balkan historical narratives with critical emphasis on gender dynamics and translation theory. His research encompasses: Byzantine Empire political structures and gender roles Medieval Serbian hagiography and epistolary traditions Gender fluidity in historical animal symbolism 13th-century Balkan diplomacy and administration Reception of medieval heritage in modern national narratives Cross-temporal dialogues between Byzantine and contemporary art Analysis of his 2016-2023 publications reveals consistent interdisciplinary methodology, merging historical linguistics with gender theory and art criticism. Key trends include deconstructing imperial power through empress studies, examining spatial relationships in Serbian religious texts, and analyzing medieval animal symbolism through contemporary gender frameworks—particularly evident in his groundbreaking work on 'genderfluid turtles' in translation studies. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. The absence of student listings, grant acknowledgments, laboratory affiliations, or team descriptions suggests either non-mentorship roles or undisclosed collaborative structures within his research profile.

• Byzantine Studies
• Medieval History
• Medieval Balkans
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Ingela Nilsson is a Professor of Greek at Uppsala University's Department of Linguistics and Philology, specializing in Byzantine literature and narratology. She currently serves as Deputy Dean at the Faculty of Languages with responsibility for research and doctoral studies (2023-26). Her academic journey includes a PhD from the University of Gothenburg (2001), a postdoctoral position at Freie Universität Berlin (2002-4), and a Pro Futura fellowship at the Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (2006-10). She has held visiting positions at École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales in Paris (2008-9, 2014), served as Adjunct Professor at the University of Oslo (2016-17), and as Director of the Swedish Research Institute in Istanbul (2019-21). Her educational background includes: PhD in Greek Literature, University of Gothenburg (2001) Postdoctoral Researcher, Freie Universität Berlin (2002-2004) Pro Futura Fellow, Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (2006-2010) Visiting Scholar, École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales, Paris (2008-2009, 2014) Professor Nilsson's research focuses on literary adaptation and translation across languages and time periods, with particular expertise in Byzantine literature, especially fiction from twelfth-century Byzantium. Her work explores narratology, literary spatiality, and the connections between historical context and literary production. She examines how texts function within their social and political environments, with special attention to occasional literature commissioned by imperial or aristocratic patrons. Her current research project "Retracing Connections" investigates diachronic literary relationships and adaptations. Her editorial contributions include serving as editor (with David Ricks) of Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies (2020-24), editor of Studia Byzantina Upsaliensia, and associate editor of Brill's Narratological Commentaries to Ancient Texts. She sits on the editorial boards of Ancient Narrative, Cultural Interactions in the Mediterranean, FABULAE, JOLCEL, Scandinavian Journal of Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies, and Transcript. Among her notable recognitions: Pro Futura Fellow, Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (2006-2010) Judge on the panel for the literary Runciman Award (since spring 2024) Professor Nilsson leads the LangLit research group and is deeply involved in mentoring junior researchers. Her work bridges classical scholarship with contemporary theoretical frameworks, particularly in narratology and spatial studies. She has been instrumental in establishing Byzantine literature as a vibrant field of study with relevance to broader literary theory. She is currently leading the "Retracing Connections" research project, which explores literary adaptation across time periods and cultural contexts. Her work connects Byzantine literature with modern theoretical concerns, creating innovative approaches to understanding narrative transmission and transformation.

• Byzantine Literature
• Greek Literature
• Narratology
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Christian Høgel is Professor of Ancient/Byzantine Greek, Latin, and Modern Greek at Lund University's Centre for Languages and Literature within the Faculty of Humanities and Theology. He also serves as Manager of Research and Research Education for the Greek (Ancient and Byzantine) section and is a member of the Board of Section 3. Based in room SOL:L408c at Helgonabacken 12, Lund (Box 201, 221 00 Lund), he maintains an active research and teaching profile. Professor Høgel's research focuses on translation practices between Greek, Arabic, and Georgian; rewriting phenomena in Byzantine hagiography; and language in literary and historical contexts including Latin humanitas and imperial languages. His scholarly work bridges classical philology, Byzantine studies, and translation theory with particular attention to textual transmission and cultural contexts. His current research portfolio includes major projects such as StoryPharm (2024-2029), Retracing Connections (2020-2027), and Metaphrasis and Gender (2025-2029). Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent engagement with hagiographical collections, female sainthood, translation practices, and imperial ideologies across Byzantine and medieval literature. His scholarly recognition includes: Working member of the Kungl. Vitterhetsakademien (elected 2024) Member of the Kungliga Humanistiska Vetenskapssamfundet in Lund (elected 2023) Editorial board membership for Interfaces , Eranos , and Scandinavian Journal of Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies Professor Høgel actively supervises research and has participated in significant collaborative initiatives including the Centre for Medieval Literature (2012-2022). His academic service extends to organizing international workshops, delivering invited talks globally, and contributing to major research networks focused on medieval literature and Byzantine cultural history. He teaches Greek Beginner's Course I (GREA01), Greek Level 3 - B.A. Course (GREK01), and Greek Literary History from Ancient Times to Early Byzantine Times (GREM15), training new generations of classical philologists and Byzantinists in language acquisition and literary analysis.

• Translation Studies
• Byzantine Hagiography
• Classical Languages
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Mats Eskhult is Professor in Semitic Languages at Uppsala University's Department of Linguistics and Philology, holding a PhD in Semitic languages (1990), associate professorship (2002), and full professorship (2012). His academic career spans 35 years of university teaching with focus on grammatical phenomena beyond standard rules. Educational milestones include: PhD in Semitic Languages (1990) Associate Professor (Docent) (2002) Full Professor of Semitic Languages (2012) His research interests center on biblical and post-biblical Hebrew , Syriac lexicography (particularly particles), Arabic Bible translation , early Christian literature , and Semitic languages in early modern Europe . Eskhult emphasizes grammatical phenomena that resist standard rule-based descriptions, bridging historical linguistics with textual analysis across Jewish and Christian traditions. His work reveals how Semitic languages evolved through translation practices and cross-cultural contact. Analysis of his publication trends (1981-2018) shows persistent focus on Hebrew verb systems (Qumran/Biblical), Syriac particles, and translation techniques in Christian texts. Key thematic developments include increasing attention to historical lexicography (especially Gesenius' influence) and interdisciplinary connections between linguistics, theology, and urban history in Late Antiquity. His work consistently examines how grammatical features reflect broader cultural and historical contexts. Eskhult has supervised students in Hebrew, Syriac, and Bible translation projects , emphasizing practical application of linguistic analysis. While specific grants aren't detailed, his 35-year teaching career and extensive publication record indicate sustained research funding support typical of senior professors at major research universities. His editorial work on Orientalia Suecana demonstrates leadership in Scandinavian Semitic scholarship, fostering academic collaboration through journal editing and symposium organization (e.g., 400-year Semitic Languages professorship commemoration).

• Biblical Hebrew
• Post-Biblical Hebrew
• Syriac Lexicography
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Marianne Wifstrand Schiebe is an Associate Professor in Latin at Uppsala University's Department of Linguistics and Philology within the Faculty of Languages. She maintains an active research profile with publications spanning classical philology, ancient philosophy, and classical reception studies, with her most recent works appearing in 2024. Professor Wifstrand Schiebe's primary research focuses on anthropomorphism in ancient religious thought, particularly examining how ancient philosophers conceptualized the human form of gods. Her groundbreaking 2020 monograph Das anthropomorphe Gottesbild: Berechtigung und Ursprung aus der Sicht antiker Denker systematically investigates ancient philosophical theories about the origins of anthropomorphic divine representations, challenging previous scholarly assumptions about allegorical exegesis and myth interpretation. She has also made significant contributions to Vergil studies, particularly regarding the Golden Age concept in the Aeneid and medieval Christian interpretations of the Eclogues. Her publication record reveals a consistent scholarly trajectory exploring the intersection of philosophy, religion, and literature in antiquity, with particular attention to Euhemerism, Varro's theological works, and the reception of classical texts in medieval contexts. Recent publications demonstrate continued engagement with Lactantius, Prodicus, and Greek inscriptions, showing both depth in her core research areas and breadth across classical scholarship. Professor Wifstrand Schiebe has received research funding from the Swedish Research Council and E. O. Burmans fond at Uppsala University. She has presented her work at major academic institutions including Uppsala, Stockholm, Lund, Tromsø, and Leuven, and organized a workshop on Philosophical Attitudes to the Anthropomorphic Image of the Divine at Uppsala in 2015 with international participants from Göttingen and Rouen. Her scholarly activities extend to editorial work, including co-editing Dais Philesistephanos: Studies in Honour of Professor Staffan Fogelmark (2004), and she has contributed to the study of Annius of Viterbo's influence on Swedish historiography, revealing how 15th-century forgeries shaped national prehistory narratives in early modern Sweden.

• Ancient Greek and Roman Philosophy
• Anthropomorphism in Ancient Thought
• Vergil Studies
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