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Lynn S. Meskill is a Professor at Toulouse Jean-Jaurès University, affiliated with the Center for Anglophone Studies (CAS). Her academic work bridges literature, history of ideas, and translation, with a strong focus on early modern British culture. She teaches Medieval and Early Modern Literature and Translation. Her research interests include: 16th and 17th Century Theatre Stuart and Caroline Court Masque History of the Book History of Ideas Translation Studies Authorship in Early Modernity Ben Jonson and Shakespearean Drama Her publications reveal a deep engagement with themes of authorship, fame, religious symbolism, and cultural representation in Renaissance literature. She frequently explores the intersections of performance, politics, and print culture, particularly in court masques and tragedies. Her work often combines literary analysis with intellectual and cultural history. Her scholarly contributions include a monograph on Ben Jonson and numerous articles in leading journals such as Huntington Library Quarterly and English Studies . She has also contributed chapters to authoritative handbooks and translated significant works in print culture. She has supervised doctoral research and holds an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches), qualifying her to direct research in France. While no specific grants are listed, her involvement in structured research axes at CAS suggests active participation in collaborative projects. Lynn S. Meskill is a core member of the Center for Anglophone Studies (CAS), contributing to its seminars, research programs (such as AXIS 1–3), and academic events. The center fosters interdisciplinary research in Anglophone cultures, and she plays a vital role in its scholarly community.

• Medieval and Early Modern Literature
• 16th and 17th Century Theatre
• Stuart and Caroline Court Masque
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Emanuele Coccia is an Associate Professor at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) in Paris, affiliated with the Center for the History and Theory of the Arts (CEHTA) and the Centre de Recherches sur les Arts et le Langage (CRAL). He concurrently serves as Professor of History of Arts at the School for Fashion and Applied Arts Duperré. Previously, he was Assistant Professor at the University of Freiburg (2008–2011) and held visiting positions at the University of Tokyo, Buenos Aires, Düsseldorf, and Columbia University. His research traverses medieval philosophy, theology, aesthetics, and metaphysics, with emphasis on normativity , sensibility , and visual culture . Key works explore the metaphysics of images, moral philosophy in urban spaces, and theological anthropology. His scholarship reinterprets historical concepts like angelology and monastic law through contemporary philosophical frameworks. Coccia's publications demonstrate consistent focus on medieval epistemology , political theology , and cultural semiotics , with recent expansions into fashion theory and labor sociology. His 2017 book The Life of Plants: A Metaphysics of Mixing earned the Monaco Philosophical Meetings Prize, highlighting his interdisciplinary approach to ontology. Awards: Monaco Philosophical Meetings Prize (2017) He collaborates with research teams at CEHTA and CRAL, focusing on art theory and historical anthropology, and participates in cross-disciplinary projects like EARTHSCAPE with filmmaker Frédérique Aït-Touati.

• Philosophy
• Medieval Studies
• Theology
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Dr. Anna Leyloyan-Yekmalyan is a Senior Lecturer at the National Institute of Oriental Languages and Civilizations (INALCO) specializing in Armenian and Russian art history, with a focus on manuscript studies and cultural heritage preservation. She co-founded the academic platform Monument Watch (2020-2023) and established the independent association Hishatakaran (2023-present) to document Armenian cultural heritage under threat. Teaches Armenian art, Russian medieval art, and heritage studies at INALCO Editorial board member of Matenadarán: Medieval and Early Modern Armenian Studies Organized 15 international conferences on Armenian heritage since 2010 Her research examines Armenian manuscript illumination, Christian iconography in the Caucasus, and the challenges of preserving cultural heritage during conflict. She has published extensively on Vaspurakan book art, including a 2009 monograph on Yovannēs Xizanc’i, and contributed to exhibitions at The Met and The Walters Art Museum. Recent publications (2023-2024) analyze Azerbaijan's destruction of Armenian monuments in Artsakh and propose new frameworks for heritage protection. Her work combines art historical analysis with political advocacy, using conferences and digital platforms to raise awareness about endangered Armenian sites.

• Armenian Arts
• Medieval Christian Art of the Caucasus
• Russian Art History
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Jean-Marc Vercruysse is a Lecturer in Latin language and literature at the University of Artois , specifically within the College of Letters and Arts . He serves as the academic director of the master's program in "Teaching, Education and Training Professions" and as Director of Artois Presses Université since 2019. His research focuses on patristic hermeneutics, Donatism, and biblical intertextuality, with particular interest in figures like Tyconius, Paulinus of Nola, and Leo the Great. He has co-edited and directed the Graphè collection, publishing works such as La Résurrection de Lazare (2017) and Les Tentations du Christ (2021). His scholarly activities include organizing international colloquia and serving as a substitute member of the 8th section (Ancient Languages and Literatures) of the Conseil National des Universités (CNU). Current affiliations include membership in the International Association of Patristic Studies , the Institute for the Study of Religious Facts , and associate membership at HALMA UMR 8164 . He co-directs the Graphè collection and has contributed to the Brill Encyclopedia of Early Christianity with entries on Cresconius and Tyconius.

• Patristic Hermeneutics and Exegesis
• Donatism
• Tyconius
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Elie Haddad is a CNRS Research Director at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) and a member of the Center for Historical Research (CRH) . His work bridges anthropology, sociology, and legal studies to analyze the social history of French nobility in the modern era, with a focus on kinship, seigneurial power, and feudalism. Research Groups: RHiSoP, LaDéHiS, GRIHL Teaching: Courses like 'Social constructions of political categories' and 'Society and Power in the Modern Era' (2024-2025). His research interests encompass the nobility’s evolving relationship to land and power, legal frameworks of feudalism, and the sociopolitical implications of genealogical practices. He has co-edited special issues on topics such as racial discourse in early modern Europe and the social history of categorization. Publications include monographs on noble 'houses' (e.g., Foundation and ruin of a 'house' , 2009) and articles in French Historical Studies , Revue d’Histoire Moderne & Contemporaine , and L’Atelier du CRH . Recent works analyze noble kinship, fiscal privilege, and the historiography of nobility. Administrative Roles span membership in EHESS’s Educational Council (2015-2019; since 2021), CNRS National Committee (2012-2021), and the CRH Laboratory Council (2010-2014). He serves on editorial boards of L’Atelier du CRH and Revue d’Histoire Moderne & Contemporaine . Projects and Collaborations include the 2023-2025 DOMINIUM project on feudalism’s historiography and participation in transnational conferences on Haitian debt history (2025) and noblewomen’s voices (2025). He is also active in academic advocacy, serving as treasurer for Save the University! and secretary of the FSU section at EHESS.

• Social History of Nobility
• Kinship Studies
• Feudalism
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Beatriz GAIN is a Professor at the Department of Spanish within the School of Languages at the University of Artois. Her academic career spans research, teaching, and translation work focused on Spanish history, literature, and cultural policy, particularly emphasizing women's writings and 16th-century Spain. Education DEA in History and History of Art (University of Grenoble II, 2000-2001) Spanish Aggregation (Portuguese option, 1999) Master's in Spanish (University of Paris XIII, 1997-1998) BA in Spanish (Paris IV, 1996) École Normale Supérieure de Fontenay-Saint Cloud (1996) Her research focuses on Women's Writings , Spanish Cultural Policy , and 16th-Century Studies , with extensive work on the correspondence of Teresa of Avila. She has also explored Mozarabic presence in Castile through Latin documents and analyzed Spain's international cultural projection post-Franco era. Beatriz's publications include interventions on Spanish-Basque nationalism, the creation of the Instituto Cervantes, and the role of cultural elites. Her academic work spans topics like Art Patronage , Spanish Literature , and Transnational Cultural Flows . Scientific Involvement Directed research on Spain's cultural diplomacy (2001-2007) Contributed to colloquia on historical commemoration and cultural elites Translated theological and historical works Currently focuses on phonology, literature analysis, and intercultural negotiation She has taught a wide range of courses including Spanish grammar, literature, art history, and translation, with a focus on contemporary Spain and intercultural communication.

• Women's Writings
• Spanish History
• 16th Century Studies
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Youssef El Alaoui serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Romance Studies at the Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences, University of Rouen Normandy. As a permanent member of ERIAC (Research Unit 4705), he contributes to this interdisciplinary research center focused on Spanish and Latin American cultures, histories, and literatures. His academic work examines historical interactions between Christian and Muslim communities in early modern Spain and its colonies, with particular focus on religious minorities and conversion processes. Doctor in Civilization of Spanish Golden Age and Colonial America, University of Rouen (1998) Dr. El Alaoui's research explores policies of evangelization and assimilation of religious minorities in 16th-17th century Spain and America, with special attention to the Morisco population (Muslims forcibly converted to Christianity). His scholarship investigates methods of evangelization by the Society of Jesus among Moriscos and indigenous populations, anti-Muslim controversies in early modern Spain, and the complex identity negotiations of religious minorities. He examines how religious, cultural, and political boundaries were constructed, maintained, and crossed during this period of intense religious transformation, particularly focusing on the role of Moriscos in relations between Christian Spain and Muslim communities. His recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on Morisco studies with increasing comparative approaches between different religious minorities within the Spanish Empire. His work shows methodological evolution from purely historical analysis toward interdisciplinary approaches incorporating religious studies, cultural history, and postcolonial theory. Key themes across his publications include religious conversion strategies, identity formation among religious minorities, representation of 'the Other' in early modern religious polemics, and comparative analysis of evangelization methods across different cultural contexts. Prize for the best Hispanic master's thesis defended in France awarded by the Société des Hispanistes Français (SHF) in 1994 Dr. El Alaoui actively participates in multiple research projects including the COST ACTION CA18129 'Islamic Legacy' project, the IMPI project ('Antes del orientalismo'), and the European Research Group 'Minorías en la España Medieval y Moderna.' He serves as co-director of the ERIAC electronic journal 'Travaux et Documents Hispaniques' (TDH) and is a member of the editorial board of eHumanistas/Conversos journal. His teaching encompasses Civilization of Spanish Golden Age and Colonial America, Civilization of Contemporary Spain, and Methodology of University Work across undergraduate and graduate levels. Within ERIAC, Dr. El Alaoui participates in the FIBIA-BMR project for virtual library development focusing on Iberian and Italian ancient collections of the Rouen Municipal Library. He has organized numerous seminars and study days on religious minorities, identity formation, and cultural exchanges in early modern Iberia and its colonies, demonstrating sustained engagement with both historical scholarship and contemporary methodological approaches to religious diversity studies.

• Spanish Golden Age history
• Colonial America history
• Morisco studies
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Michelle Bolduc is a full-time Professor of Translation and Translation Studies at the University of Brest. She is affiliated with the Heritage and Creation in Text and Image (EA 4249) research laboratory. Her work bridges translation theory, rhetorical studies, and historical approaches to discourse. Doctorate in Comparative Literature (2000, University of Oregon) Specializes in intersections between translation, rhetoric, and cultural history Published extensively on medieval translation practices and the New Rhetoric Project Her research focuses on: Rhetoric's role in translation theory Historical evolution of translation practices from antiquity to modernity Discourse analysis across cultural and temporal boundaries Philosophical frameworks for translation Hermeneutics in medieval and contemporary contexts Intercultural communication through translation Article trends show consistent engagement with: Chaïm Perelman's New Rhetoric theories Medieval translation practices Philosophical translation challenges Discourse analysis across time periods Cultural transmission through translation Rhetorical theory in historical contexts Teaching responsibilities include: Editor/Translator training at Master's level Translation Studies curriculum development Linguistic and Cultural Relations (LLCER) undergraduate instruction International Trade Translation specialization

• Translation Studies
• Philosophical and Historical Approaches to Translation
• Ancient Translation Practices
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Valentina Calzolari Bouvier is a Professor of Armenian Studies at the University of Geneva and Lecturer in the International Master in Armenian Studies (IMAS) . Her work focuses on Armenian cultural heritage, apocryphal Christian texts, manuscript traditions, and the transmission of Greek and Syriac intellectual traditions to Armenia. Key Expertise: Armenology, Early Christian Apocrypha, Digital Humanities, Medieval Armenian Philology, Hellenistic Thought in Armenian Context Research Highlights: She has published extensively on Armenian manuscript culture, including monographs like Liberal Arts and Sciences in Ancient and Medieval Armenia (2022) and The Apocryphal Acts of the Apostles in Armenian (2022). Her work bridges philology, art history, and post-Soviet literary analysis. Scientific Honors: Recognized as Foreign Correspondent of the Academy of Inscriptions and Belles Lettres and serving as President of the International Association of Armenian Studies. Public Engagement: Active in Armenian diaspora studies, post-genocide memory, and digital preservation of ancient texts. Regularly contributes to interdisciplinary conferences and edited volumes.

• Armenian Studies
• Early Christian Apocrypha
• Medieval History
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Jovanovic Zeljko is a lecturer at INALCO (Institut National des Langues et Civilisations Orientales) in Paris, affiliated with the Department of Hebrew and Jewish Studies. His research focuses on Sephardic literature, Judeo-Spanish (Ladino) language, and minority cultural preservation, with expertise in medieval Iberian history, gender studies, and the Sephardic diaspora. He is a member of the CERMOM research laboratory and serves as Master's referent and Head of International Relations for his department. PhD in Spanish/Ladino Literature (2010-2005) Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellow (2019-2021) Rothschild Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow (2017-2019) His research explores Judeo-Spanish oral traditions , including ballads, proverbs, and folktales , with a focus on their adaptation in Balkan and Ottoman contexts. He analyzes gender dynamics in Sephardic narratives and the role of periodicals like Le Judaïsme séphardi in post-WWII language revitalization. His work bridges comparative literature and translation studies , highlighting cultural hybridity. Scientific awards include Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship Rothschild Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Jovanovic's recent publications examine 20th-century Sephardic authors from former Yugoslavia, Judeo-Spanish poets of Bosnia , and gender in Sephardic documentary cinema . His teaching includes courses on Judeo-Spanish language and civilization, Sephardic diaspora history, and gender studies in literature.

• Judeo-Spanish/Ladino Language
• Sephardic Literature and Culture
• Oral Literature
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Davide Mano is a CNRS Research Fellow affiliated with the Centre de Recherches Historiques (CRH) at École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) in Paris, France. Specializing in Modern History with a focus on European Jewish life during the 18th and 119th centuries, his work examines transformative periods like the French Revolution and Napoleonic era in Italy, exploring how Jewish communities navigated tradition and modernity while maintaining political and social identities. His research interests span Jewish community structures, Enlightenment impacts, revolutionary dynamics, and emancipation processes. He contributes to debates on belonging, authority, and reciprocity in Jewish-European contexts, with particular attention to Hebrew language evolution, cultural translations, and archival preservation. Recent publications analyze Italian Jewish poetry as heritage, liturgical translations, and temporal negotiation under political upheaval. PhD in Modern History (Tel Aviv University, 2014) Specializes in 18th-19th Century European Jewish communities Co-editor of Dentro e fuori ghetto (2023) Mano actively participates in academic conferences and collaborative projects, including co-convening international research groups like the EJ (Jewish Studies) collective. His work intersects with digital humanities through CRH's data platforms and scénographic projects.

• Modern History
• Jewish History
• Enlightenment Studies
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Marianne Closson is a Lecturer in 16th Century Literature at the University of Artois, affiliated with the UFR Letters and Arts. Her research focuses on demonology, fantasy, historical representations in literature, and gender studies, particularly in texts from 1550–1650. Key themes: Witchcraft trials, hermaphrodite symbolism, brother-sister incest, baroque theater, and links between scientific/mythical discourse and literary texts. She has edited critical editions like Magdelaine Bavent (2023) and co-organized international colloquia on giants, incest, and gender and madness. Her publications span demonology, utopia, and gender, with a focus on lesser-known texts like autobiographies of possessed women and satirical prose fictions. Recent articles analyze the diabolical origins of disease, demonic possession as enthusiasm, and the devil's role in early modern political scandals. Notable collaborations include co-direction of conferences on hermaphrodites (2011), adelphic incest (2016), and madness (2021). She contributes to interdisciplinary projects linking literature with religious history, psychology, and art.

• Demonology
• Fantasy
• Discourse of the Possessed
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S. Ananda Subrahmanya Sarma is a Researcher at the Center of Indology, French School of Asian Studies (EFEO) in Pondicherry since 1989, specializing in Śaiva studies, Kerala ritual manuals, and critical editions of Sanskrit/Tamil texts. His work bridges philology, religious studies, and digital humanities to illuminate understudied South Asian traditions. His academic foundation includes: Graduation and Post-Graduation in Sanskrit from Government Sanskrit College (University of Kerala), Trivandrum PhD from University of Calicut (1991) on critical edition of Kapilasmṛti Sarma's research centers on editing Śaiva ritual texts, particularly Kerala paddhatis, which were previously obscure. He pioneered international recognition of these manuals through publications and conference presentations. His Tamil Bhakti work includes the Digital Tēvāram project (2007) and NETamil project contributions on Vaiṣṇava studies. He uniquely combines textual scholarship with computer technology expertise to develop research tools and manage EFEO's digital infrastructure. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus on Śaiva-Vaiṣṇava dynamics, ritual evolution in Kerala, and traditional knowledge systems. Key trends include comparative studies of religious conflicts, documentation of vanishing ritual practices, and interdisciplinary exploration of Tantra's medical/philosophical dimensions. His critical editions make rare manuscripts accessible while his articles contextualize ritual changes across medieval to modern periods. Sarma actively collaborates in academic teams including the Bhaktimandākinī editing group with N.V.P. Unithiri and H.N. Bhat, and the EFEO Śaiva reading group. As a core member of NETamil under Dr. Eva Wilden, he advances Vaiṣṇava studies. Beyond research, he coordinates all computer systems at Pondicherry Center, maintaining hardware and developing software for projects like Pāṇiṇīya-Udāharaṇa-Kośa.

• Śaiva Studies
• Ritual Studies
• Sanskrit Literature
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Régis Courtray is a Lecturer in Latin Language and Literature at the University of Toulouse-Jean Jaurès, affiliated with the Department of Letters, Languages and Ancient Civilizations within the School of Letters, Philosophy, and Music. He serves as Director of the Department of Languages, Literatures and Ancient Civilizations, Deputy Director of the PLH-CRATA research team (Culture, Representations, Archaeology and Ancient Theater), and is a member of both the Council of the UFR LPMASC and the Board of Directors of UT2J. Dr. Courtray's educational background includes: 1997: Aggregation of Classical Letters 2004: Doctorate from Lumière-Lyon 2 University 2024: HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) from Saint-Étienne - Jean Monnet University His primary research focuses on Saint Jerome and biblical exegesis, the reception of the Bible from Antiquity to contemporary times, Latin Bible translation, virginity in the Latin world, and biblical figures among the Latin Fathers. Courtray's scholarship bridges classical studies, religious studies, and literary history, with particular attention to rhetorical strategies in early Christian polemical writings and biblical narrative reception. His work demonstrates sophisticated analysis of how patristic authors interpreted and adapted biblical texts within their historical contexts, revealing the complex interplay between classical rhetoric and Christian theology. An analysis of Courtray's recent publications reveals a sustained engagement with Jerome's polemical works, especially Contra Helvidium , where he examines rhetorical techniques, interpretations of biblical figures, and defenses of virginity. His scholarship spans patristics, classical philology, religious studies, and gender studies, with particular attention to the reception of biblical narratives in late antiquity. Courtray has also contributed significantly to Latin language pedagogy and the historical study of Toulouse in ancient texts, demonstrating his ability to connect specialized patristic research with broader historical and educational contexts. As an educator, Courtray teaches Latin authors and language at multiple levels including agrégation and Licence de Lettres Classiques programs, modern Latin literature, and biblical culture with emphasis on texts and iconography. His co-authored educational materials demonstrate commitment to making classical languages accessible to new generations of students. Dr. Courtray is an active member of the PLH-CRATA research team, contributing to interdisciplinary projects that connect classical studies with broader historical and cultural contexts. His collaborative work with scholars like Aline Canellis on critical editions of Jerome's works demonstrates his engagement with international patristic scholarship and his commitment to advancing textual criticism in the field.

• Saint Jerome and biblical exegesis
• Reception of the Bible from Antiquity to contemporary era
• Translation of the Bible into Latin
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Hoorelbeke Mathias serves as a Lecturer and Director of the Department of Arabic Studies at the National Institute of Oriental Languages and Civilizations (INALCO) in Paris, holding concurrent roles as MEEF master referent (2020–present) and CFVE member (2022–2025). His academic profile centers on Classical Arabic language and literature within the Near and Middle East specialization framework. His research investigates Abbasid-era poetic production through lenses of patronage dynamics, satirical jousting (hijāʾ), and homoerotic expression, with particular focus on textual analysis of the Kitāb al-Aġānī and biographical traditions. Key interests include rhetorical strategies for negotiating poet-patron relationships, landscape representation in travel narratives, and socio-political contexts of early Islamic literary culture, reflecting deep engagement with pre-modern Arabic philological traditions. Publication analysis reveals consistent methodological focus on 8th–9th century Abbasid poetry, examining how rhetorical devices like gift-giving tropes and spatial metaphors facilitated social mobility. His work frequently centers on canonical texts such as the Book of Songs while recovering marginalized voices including homoerotic poets and pre-Islamic biographical subjects, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches bridging literary criticism and historical anthropology. Hoorelbeke Mathias contributes to the CERMOM (Centre d'Études et de Recherches sur les Mondes Contemporains) research ecosystem at INALCO, where his historical scholarship intersects with the institute's contemporary Middle Eastern studies framework through shared methodological rigor in textual analysis and cultural interpretation.

• Classical Arabic Literature
• Arabic Language
• Medieval Islamic History
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