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Dominic GoodallView profile

Professor

• Sanskrit Philology
• History of Śaivism
• Epigraphy
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Dominic Goodall is a Director of Studies at the French School of Asian Studies (École française d'Extrême-Orient), specializing in Sanskrit Philology, History of Śaivism, and Epigraphy. Based at the Pondicherry Research Center in India, he has been a member of the EFEO since 2000 and previously served as Director of the Pondicherry Center from 2002 to 2011. His academic journey began with studies in Greek and Latin at Pembroke College, Oxford, followed by Sanskrit (BA with Pali, 1990), and medieval Tamil at the University of Hamburg (1990-1991). He completed his doctorate at Wolfson College, Oxford under Professor Alexis Sanderson on the theological school of Śaivasiddhānta in 10th-century Kashmir. Goodall's research focuses on the critical edition and translation of previously unpublished Śaiva scriptures and theological commentaries, particularly from South India. His scholarly work bridges Sanskrit philology with epigraphic studies of Southeast Asia, especially Cambodia. He has made significant contributions to understanding the transmission of Śaiva Siddhānta traditions across South and Southeast Asia through textual analysis of both manuscripts and inscriptions. His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on early Śaiva Tantric literature, particularly the Niśvāsatattvasaṃhitā as the earliest surviving Śaiva Tantra. Goodall has pioneered the study of Cambodian inscriptions in Sanskrit, revealing important connections between Indian religious traditions and Khmer civilization. His work shows a methodological commitment to rigorous textual criticism combined with historical and religious analysis. Foreign Corresponding Member of the Academy of Inscriptions and Belles-Lettres (2016) Co-editor of Tāntrikābhidhānakośa (Viennese dictionary of Hindu tantric terminology) Contributor to Encyclopaedia of Manuscript Cultures in Asia and Africa Goodall has supervised numerous research projects on South Asian manuscript cultures and epigraphy. His leadership in the Pondicherry manuscript project has been instrumental in preserving and making accessible important Sanskrit textual traditions. He has organized multiple international workshops on early Tantric traditions and regularly collaborates with scholars across Europe and Asia. Based at the Pondicherry Research Center, Goodall continues to direct the EFEO's efforts in documenting and analyzing South Asian religious traditions, with particular emphasis on Śaiva Siddhānta traditions as reflected in both manuscript and inscriptional evidence from India and Southeast Asia.

Elise KleivaneView profile

Associate Professor

• Norse Philology
• Epigraphy
• Runology
• +7 more

Elise Kleivane is an Associate Professor in Written Culture at the Department of Norse and Celtic Philology, Faculty of Humanities, University of Oslo. She has served as Head of Teaching at ILN (Institute of Language and Literature) from 2021 to 2024 and maintains an active research and teaching profile in Norse philology and related fields. Dr. Kleivane earned her PhD in Norse Philology from the University of Oslo in autumn 2011, following a Master of Arts in Norse Philology completed in spring 2003. Her academic journey has positioned her as a leading scholar in medieval Scandinavian writing culture. Her research focuses on epigraphy, runology, and medieval literacy, with particular emphasis on the intersection of written and material culture in medieval Norway. Kleivane examines how writing functioned in both public and private spheres, analyzing inscriptions in runes and Roman script as evidence of medieval communication practices. Her work bridges philology, archaeology, and cultural history to reconstruct literacy patterns in pre-modern Scandinavia. Recent projects have explored religious texts, biblical translations, and the role of writing in ecclesiastical contexts. Analysis of her publication record reveals a consistent trajectory through medieval epigraphy and literacy studies. Her work demonstrates increasing sophistication in connecting material evidence with textual analysis, moving from specific inscription studies to broader questions about writing culture. The pattern shows strong engagement with interdisciplinary approaches, combining philological expertise with archaeological and historical methodologies. Her research increasingly addresses questions of religious practice, vernacular literacy, and the transmission of knowledge in medieval Scandinavia. Among her significant appointments, she has been appointed to the Language Council's expert council for standardization and language observation (2023-2026) and to the Sources Commission (2023-2026), serving on the editorial board for the National Archives' scientific publication channels. Dr. Kleivane has secured substantial research funding, most notably leading the Norwegian Research Council-funded project 'Letters between runes and manuscripts' (2017-2021) and participating in the NORDCORP-funded 'Retracing the Reformation' project (2013-2017). She currently contributes to the Riksbanken Jubileumsfond-funded research program 'Modes of Modification' (2018-2025) as a member of its steering committee, where her research focuses on 'Texts in the Open and Out of Sight: Public and Private Communication in Epigraphy.' She teaches across multiple institutions including the University of Oslo and Stockholm University, covering subjects ranging from Norse literature and mythology to runology and medieval manuscript culture. Her teaching reflects her research interests in written culture across the medieval Scandinavian world.

• Epigraphy
• Classical Philology
• Neo-Latin Studies
• +2 more

Dr. Grzegorz Kotłowski serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Gdańsk's Faculty of Languages within the Institute of Classical and Slavonic Studies, Division of Classical Philology. He concurrently holds the significant administrative position of Deputy Dean for Students Affairs at the Faculty of Languages, demonstrating dual expertise in academic scholarship and institutional leadership. His research centers on Classical Philology with intense specialization in Latin epigraphy, particularly the documentation and analysis of Neo-Latin inscriptions in historical churches of Gdańsk (notably St. Mary's Church) and Warmia (Frombork Cathedral). Dr. Kotłowski's work bridges philological rigor with historical contextualization, examining epitaphs, sepulchral plates, and commemorative texts from the early modern period to reconstruct social hierarchies, religious practices, and cultural identities within Gdańsk's multicultural urban landscape. His methodological contributions extend to digital approaches in Neo-Latin studies, addressing data acquisition and dataset creation challenges. Recent publications (2020-2022) reveal a highly focused epigraphic output, with over twenty articles detailing specific monuments while collectively forming a comprehensive corpus of Gdańsk's Latin funerary heritage. His collaborative multi-volume series with Elżbieta Starek— Łacińskie inskrypcje w kościołach Gdańska (covering Mariacka Basilica, Śródmieście, and Oliwa) and Łacińskie inskrypcje w kościołach Warmii (Frombork)—establishes foundational references for regional epigraphic studies. No scientific awards are documented in available sources. Administrative responsibilities as Deputy Dean for Students Affairs indicate active engagement in academic governance, though specific advising roles or grant funding remain unreported in current materials. The absence of laboratory or team descriptions suggests individual or small-collaboration research models centered on archival and field-based epigraphy.

Simon SwainView profile

Professor

• Classics
• Greco-Roman Antiquity
• Islamic Middle Ages
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Simon Swain is Professor of Classics and Greco-Arabic at the University of Warwick, concurrently serving as Vice-President (Engagement) at the university and Vice-President (Research and Higher Education Policy) at the British Academy. His leadership roles include former positions as Pro-Vice-Chancellor (International), Chair of the Faculty of Arts, and multiple terms as Head of the Department of Classics. His educational background includes: MA, Oxford (Pembroke College), 1980-1984 D.Phil., Oxford (Wolfson College), 1987 Swain's research centers on the reception of Greek thought in the Islamic Middle Ages and the social-cultural history of the Greek East during the Roman period. He investigates the transmission of ancient Greek science, medicine, and political thought into Islamic scholarship, employing interdisciplinary approaches that bridge Classics, History, and Islamic Studies. His work emphasizes textual transmission, cultural adaptation, and the socio-political contexts of knowledge transfer. Analysis of his publications reveals consistent engagement with Greco-Roman intellectual history and its Islamicate legacy. Key thematic trajectories include the evolution of medical knowledge from Galen to medieval Arabic texts, political theory in imperial contexts, and sociolinguistic dynamics of bilingualism. His editorial projects demonstrate increasing focus on cross-cultural transmission, particularly through critical editions of foundational texts like Ibn Abī Uṣaybiʿah's medical biographies. His honors include: Fellow of the British Academy (2015) Wellcome Trust Collaborative Investigator Award Swain supervises postgraduate research in Greek world studies, late antiquity, and Greco-Arabic scholarship. He has secured major funding from AHRC, Leverhulme, Wellcome, and EU bodies for collaborative projects examining ancient knowledge systems. Current initiatives like the "Streamlining Galen" project support early-career researchers while investigating how canonical medical texts were adapted for medieval Islamic pedagogy. He actively leads research collectives including the "Streamlining Galen" project team, which analyzes condensed medical texts that facilitated the teaching of Galenic medicine in medieval Islamic institutions. His collaborative approach extends to mentoring networks that connect Warwick with international scholars across Classics and Islamic Studies disciplines.

Sean L. FieldView profile

Professor

• Medieval History
• Medieval Europe
• Religious Movements
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Sean L. Field is a Professor of History at the University of Vermont's College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in Medieval Europe with particular focus on religious movements, royal dynasties, and women's roles in medieval society. He holds prestigious fellowships from the Medieval Academy of America and the Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres, and has been a Fulbright Fellow and UVM University Scholar. His research bridges historiography, hagiography, and textual analysis, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to medieval political theology and gender studies. Field earned his Ph.D. from Northwestern University (2002) after completing a B.A. at the University of Michigan (1992) and M.A. at Northwestern (1997). His career includes residential fellowships at the Camargo Foundation (France) and the National Humanities Center (North Carolina). Notable works include A Female Apostle in Medieval Italy (2022) and translations of Rigord’s Gesta Philippi Augusti (2022) and Jean Gerson’s tract on Joan of Arc (2012). He is especially recognized for his 2023 translation of Jacques Dalarun’s To Govern is to Serve , exploring medieval democracy. His research interests center on the intersections of royal power, religious institutions, and women’s contributions to medieval intellectual and spiritual life. Key themes include the Capetian dynasty’s engagement with sanctity, the circulation of vernacular religious texts, and the dynamics of medieval heresy trials. Field has contributed 16 authored or edited books and over 50 articles, frequently addressing marginalized voices like beguines and female mystics. Awarded the CARA Excellence in Teaching Award (Medieval Academy of America), Field emphasizes pedagogical innovation while maintaining rigorous scholarly output. His work often involves recovering overlooked sources, such as unpublished prefaces to hagiographies or royal chronicles, to reconstruct nuanced historical narratives.

Vincent DebiaisView profile

Research Professor

• Medieval History
• Visual Culture
• Medieval Epigraphy
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Vincent Debiais is a CNRS Research Director affiliated with the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) and Institut National d'Histoire de l'Art (INHA) in Paris. He leads the research team 'Anthropologie Historique du Long Moyen Âge' (AHLoMA) at the Centre de Recherches Historiques. Education: PhD in Medieval History, University of Poitiers (2004) Habilitation in History of Medieval Art, University of Poitiers (2015) Research Focus: Debiais investigates intersections of written and visual culture in medieval artifacts, specializing in epigraphy, visual theology, and material practices. His current projects examine representations of silence in sacred imagery and abstraction in medieval artistic traditions, combining anthropological approaches with historical analysis. Publications Analysis: His recent works demonstrate consistent focus on materiality of medieval inscriptions across diverse media (stone, textiles, ivories). Key thematic clusters include liturgical objects, funerary epigraphy, visual silence, and methodological innovations in analyzing medieval graphic practices. Awards: Herbert L. Kessler Prize for Medieval Art History (2022) Research Leadership: He directs the international team 'Arts et Intelligences du Silence' (EHESS, 2020-2024), coordinating interdisciplinary research on silence in humanities through seminars, publications, and resident scholar programs.

Simon RodwayView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Middle Welsh
• Medieval Welsh Manuscripts
• Old and Middle Irish
• +7 more

Simon Rodway is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Welsh and Celtic Studies at Aberystwyth University, where he has been a faculty member since 2003. He holds a PhD in Middle Welsh from Aberystwyth University and previously worked at the National University of Ireland, Galway. He is an active researcher, Principal Investigator on multiple externally funded projects, and editor of the Journal of Celtic Linguistics. Research interests: His work focuses on Middle Welsh, medieval Welsh manuscripts, Old and Middle Irish, Celtic philology, personal names, and Celtic mythology. His research explores linguistic, literary, and cultural aspects of early medieval Celtic societies, particularly in Wales and Ireland. The trend in his recent articles reflects a deep engagement with philological analysis, manuscript studies, and the literary traditions of medieval Wales and Ireland. He frequently publishes on topics such as Ogham inscriptions, Welsh poetic genres, personal nomenclature, and the intellectual history of Celtic scholarship. His work bridges linguistics, history, and literature, often contributing to broader discussions on Celtic identity and cultural continuity. Scientific awards: While no formal awards are listed in the provided text, his sustained research output, editorial leadership, and successful acquisition of competitive grants (e.g., from the Leverhulme Trust and Horizon Europe) indicate high recognition within the field. Advising and grants: Rodway supervises postgraduate students, including PhD and MPhil candidates in Welsh and Celtic Studies. He has led several externally funded research projects, including 'MAIRWEN - Mapping Argument Structure in Early Irish and Welsh' (Horizon Discovery), 'A transcript of the Welsh Law manuscript that escaped the 1858 Wynnstay fire' (British Academy), and current projects 'Celtic Britain and Ireland' (Leverhulme Trust) and 'ARWEN: Amatory and Romantic Language in Welsh Panegyric Poetry' (Horizon Europe), demonstrating strong grant-writing success and research leadership. Labs, teams, and collaborations: He collaborates with scholars such as G. R. Isaac on digitizing and analyzing medieval Welsh manuscripts, resulting in multiple datasets. He also works with researchers like Krista Kapphahn on funded projects. His editorial roles with Brepols, Gwasg Carreg Gwalch, and the Modern Humanities Research Association reflect active participation in academic networks and publishing communities.

Fabio López LázaroView profile

Associate Professor

• Global History
• Transnational History
• Medieval Maritime History
• +4 more

Fabio López Lázaro is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa and Director of the Center for Research in World History. Born in Spain, he immigrated to Canada as a political exile’s child and earned his BA (1985) from the University of Western Ontario, MA (1989) from Simon Fraser University, and PhD (1996) from the University of Toronto. His research focuses on global and maritime history between 1300-1700, with specialties in piracy, medieval Mediterranean trade, and colonial Latin America. Notable works include *The Misfortunes of Alonso Ramírez* (2011), which reinterpreted a 17th-century ‘novel’ as an eyewitness account of pirate-empire entanglements. Teaching & Awards: He has taught at Stanford, Arizona State, Calgary, and Santa Clara Universities. Awards include the University of Calgary Students’ Union Teaching Excellence Award (2000) and Santa Clara University’s Research Excellence Award (2011). Research Trends: Recent publications analyze transnational religious comparisons (2023), global theoretical frameworks (2021), and the role of piracy in shaping early modern political economies. His work bridges legal history, maritime studies, and cross-cultural exchanges. The Center for Research in World History, under his leadership, promotes interdisciplinary global history projects. Grants & Advising: While no grants are listed here, his advising focuses on graduate students exploring medieval maritime networks and colonial Latin American histories. He actively contributes to academic initiatives like the Bentley World History Funds and hosts the History Forum.

Athanasios MailisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Byzantine Archaeology
• Byzantine Architecture
• Medieval Urban Planning
• +5 more

Athanasios Mailis serves as Assistant Professor of Byzantine Archaeology at the Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Crete. His scholarly work bridges archaeological fieldwork with theoretical analysis of cultural identity, focusing on religious architecture in the medieval Mediterranean. Dr. Mailis's educational background includes: Birth in Athens (1975) Graduation from University of Crete's Department of History and Archaeology (1998) Postgraduate studies at University of Crete Doctoral thesis at University of Göttingen (2005-2010) His research explores Byzantine architecture, medieval urban planning, iconography, and intercultural relations between Byzantium and Western Europe, with special emphasis on Crete during the Venetian period. Mailis examines how architectural elements like templon barriers evolved into iconostases, revealing how material culture expressed religious identity during cultural transitions. His work demonstrates how Orthodox communities used architectural features as 'material proof of cultural identity' during Venetian rule, showing both archaism and modernization in religious spaces. Dr. Mailis's publications reveal consistent methodological approaches combining archaeological evidence with art historical analysis. His research traces the evolution of religious spaces from the 11th to 16th centuries, documenting how physical transformations in church architecture reflected broader social and religious changes. He particularly focuses on transitional spaces like templon barriers, analyzing how their modification served as tangible expressions of religious identity during periods of political change. His scholarly recognition includes: Stanley J. Seeger Fellowship at Princeton University Wolfgang Fritz Volbach Fellowship at WissenschaftsCampus Mainz Dr. Mailis maintains a dual professional trajectory, having served in the Greek Archaeological Service from 2006 to 2022 while simultaneously pursuing academic work. During his tenure at the Archaeological Service, he conducted numerous excavations and restoration projects at Byzantine sites, working initially as an antiquities curator at the 24th Ephorate of Byzantine Antiquities in Lamia, and later as head of the Byzantine Monuments Department at the 28th Ephorate in Chania. Concurrently, he taught Byzantine Archaeology at the University of Crete during multiple academic years. His research connects with multiple international teams, particularly through his affiliation with the Leibniz-Zentrum für Archäologie in Mainz as an Associate Member. This position facilitates collaboration between Greek archaeological work and broader European research networks focused on early medieval and Byzantine archaeology. His fieldwork in Crete has involved close cooperation with local Ephorates of Antiquities, creating productive bridges between academic research and cultural heritage management.

Milan LovenjakView profile

Assistant Professor

• Ancient History
• Roman History
• Epigraphy
• +3 more

Milan Lovenjak serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of History at the Faculty of Arts, University of Ljubljana. His academic responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Ancient History, Latin Language (levels 1-4), Roman History, Epigraphy, and Late Antiquity, reflecting his expertise in classical studies and historical methodologies. Dr. Lovenjak holds a PhD, though specific educational institutions and dates are not detailed in the provided materials. His scholarly profile emphasizes rigorous engagement with primary sources, including inscriptions, legal texts, and chronicles from antiquity to the medieval period. Research interests span Ancient Roman history , epigraphy , Latin literature , and legal history , with significant contributions to understanding Flavian municipal law (Lex Irnitana), the trial of Gnaeus Piso, and the reception of classical texts in the medieval era. His work on the Roman water supply in Emona integrates archaeological science with historical analysis. Recent publications (2016-2021) reveal a focus on Roman legal documents and their historical context, alongside translations of medieval chronicles like the Chronicle of the First Crusade . This interdisciplinary approach combines textual criticism, archaeology, and historical narrative to illuminate connections between antiquity and the medieval world. No scientific awards or major research grants are explicitly mentioned in the available documentation. While specific doctoral advisees are not listed, Dr. Lovenjak's role as a core faculty member in Ancient History suggests active mentorship of students in the Department of History.

Arianna ROTONDOView profile

Associate Professor

• History of Christianity
• Early Christian Studies
• Late Antique Christianity
• +12 more

Arianna ROTONDO is an Associate Professor in the Department of Humanities at the University of Catania, specializing in the History of Christianity and Churches (HIST-04/B). She is currently a Visiting Professor at Ghent University, Faculty of Arts and Philosophy – Department of Literary Studies, from November 2024 to April 2025. Her research spans early Christian history, gender in religious contexts, patristics, late antique Christianity, and the reception of biblical texts. She has led and participated in numerous national and international research projects, including PRIN, FIRB, and ANR-DFG collaborations. Her research interests include: History of Christianity Gender and Religion in Antiquity Patristic Literature Religious Authority and Canon Formation Reception of the Septuagint Biblical Interpretation and Hermeneutics Religion and Cultural History Her recent publications and projects reflect a strong interdisciplinary approach, merging theology, history, literature, and cultural studies. Key themes include the semantics of violence and healing in sacred texts, religious responses to emergencies, and the role of women in early Christian communities. Her work often explores the intersection of religion with politics, identity, and narrative. She has supervised numerous theses on topics ranging from feminist theology and queer Christianity to the history of religious movements, saints, and biblical interpretation. Her academic service includes leadership roles in research units and collaboration with institutions across Europe and North America. Her scientific contributions are recognized through active participation in major research consortia such as THEOPOESIE and Jenseits des Kanons. She is also deeply engaged in public scholarship, examining contemporary religious phenomena such as online liturgies during the pandemic and religious coexistence in the Mediterranean. She advises a wide range of students and leads research on: Feminist and queer theologies Christianity in Sicilian culture Patristic and medieval religious thought Religion and media Historiography of Christian movements

Trevor EvansView profile

Associate Professor

• Ancient Languages
• Classical Greek Studies
• Documentary Texts Analysis
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Trevor Evans is an Associate Professor in the Department of History and Archaeology at Macquarie University, within the School of Humanities. He specializes in ancient languages, particularly post-classical Greek, and focuses on documentary texts, the Septuagint, and lexicography. Evans holds a BA (Hons) from the University of New England (1992) and a PhD from the University of Sydney (1998), supervised by John A.L. Lee. His career includes roles as a Research Officer and Macquarie University Research Fellow before joining the University of Oxford as an Assistant Editor of the Dictionary of Medieval Latin from British Sources and Senior Golding Fellow. Returning to Macquarie in 2007, he has held roles such as Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor, coordinating ancient-language teaching and directing the Macquarie Ancient Languages School (MALS). Educations: Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Classics, University of New England (1992) PhD in Ancient Greek Linguistics, University of Sydney (1998) Research Interests: Evans’ work centers on ancient languages, including the linguistic analysis of Greek papyri and inscriptions, the Septuagint’s syntactic features, and lexicography. He explores sociolinguistic aspects of documentary texts, such as the Zenon Archive, and Hebrew influence on Greek biblical translations. His studies bridge textual criticism, historical linguistics, and cultural history. Recent Article Trends: Recent publications address Koine Greek in documentary sources, Septuagint syntax, and lexicographical challenges. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining textual evidence with sociolinguistic analysis to uncover linguistic and cultural dynamics in ancient texts. Awards: 2021: Elected Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities Grants & Advising: Evans has led projects such as The Good, the Indifferent, and the Unintelligent: A Comparative Lexical Analysis of Three Books of the Septuagint (2018–present) and Written and spoken Greek from the fifth century CE (2014). He advises students on topics like Greek documentary texts and Septuagint language. Labs/Teams: As Director of the Macquarie Ancient Languages School (MALS), he oversees programs in ancient Greek, Latin, and Hebrew, fostering interdisciplinary language education.

Clemens GantnerView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Early Medieval Europe
• Papal Sources
• Carolingian Italy
• +4 more

Clemens Gantner is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of History and Cultural Studies, University of Vienna, and a Post-doc Researcher at the Austrian Academy of Sciences' Institute for Medieval Research. His work focuses on early medieval European history, particularly papal sources, Carolingian Italy, Byzantine studies, and cultural exchange in the Mediterranean. University of Vienna (Mag. phil. 2005, Dr. phil. 2011) Institute for Austrian Historical Research (Master's 2009) Research interests span cultural identity in post-Roman Europe, manuscript traditions like the Liber Pontificalis , and Carolingian political strategies in Italy and the Mediterranean. His publications analyze papal constructions of 'Others', Carolingian emperors, and eschatological texts. Scientific awards and grants include collaborations on FWF Wittgenstein (2008-2010) and ERC Advanced Grant SCIRE (2013-2014) projects. He co-organizes international conferences at institutions like the British School in Rome and the International Medieval Congress in Leeds. Active in academic networks such as SAAME and SISMED, Gantner contributes to editorial boards and interdisciplinary initiatives like Global Eurasia III. His teaching and supervision align with his research on historical identity and manuscript studies.

Manolis S. PatedakisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Byzantine Philology
• Palaeologan Period Literature
• Medieval Cretan Inscriptions
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Manolis S. Patedakis serves as an Assistant Professor of Byzantine Philology in the Department of Byzantine and Modern Greek Philology at the University of Crete, with office 106 contactable via telephone (28310-77283) and email (patedakis@uoc.gr). His academic foundation was established at the University of Crete for undergraduate and initial postgraduate studies, culminating in a DPhil from the University of Oxford. His doctoral research centered on Athanasios I Patriarch of Constantinople (1289-1293, 1303-1309), producing a critical edition with commentary of unpublished works. Dr. Patedakis specializes in Palaeologan period literature, Cretan manuscript culture across medieval and early modern eras, and the theological corpus of Symeon the New Theologian. His scholarly methodology integrates textual criticism, epigraphic analysis, and historical contextualization to illuminate Byzantine intellectual traditions. His publication trajectory reveals sustained focus on patriarchal writings, theological controversies, and Cretan cultural identity, with significant contributions to Symeon the New Theologian studies and Byzantine-Latin relations. Recent work extends into modern literary analysis (notably Orhan Pamuk) while maintaining core philological rigor. Prior to his current position, he held a Research Fellowship at Dumbarton Oaks (Trustees for Harvard University) from September 2007 to May 2008, advancing his expertise in Byzantine material culture.

Roman KrivkoView profile

Associate Professor

• Old Church Slavonic
• Byzantine Hymnography
• Slavic Epigraphy
• +3 more

Roman Krivko is an Associate Professor at the Department of Slavonic Studies , University of Vienna. His research focuses on Old Church Slavonic , Byzantine hymnography , and historical linguistics of Slavic languages. Specializes in medieval Slavic epigraphy and liturgical text analysis Key contributor to studies on Christian traditions in Slavic contexts Active editor and researcher in international Slavic studies Research Themes include: Quantitative analysis of loanwords in Slavic Gospels Textological studies of service menaia and kontakia Historical development of Old Bulgarian language Linguistic networks in Central/Eastern Europe Scientific Contributions span Editorial work on Slověne journal Notable publications on the Temnić inscription and Samuil's epigraph Collaborations with institutions like Vinogradov Russian Language Institute