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Camilla Kronqvist is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Culture, History and Philosophy at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Åbo Akademi University. She received her doctorate in philosophy from Åbo Akademi in 2008 with the thesis What We Talk About when We Talk About Love , which examined philosophical questions about emotions, identity, morality, and meaning through different ways of discussing love. Since her doctorate, she has worked as both a researcher and teacher in philosophy, and to some extent in university pedagogy, at Åbo Akademi University. Dr. Kronqvist's research focuses on the philosophy of love, Wittgenstein studies, ethics of sexual relationships, moral psychology, philosophy of emotions, and ordinary language philosophy. Her work explores how conversations about emotions help us understand their meaning and roles in our lives, with particular attention to moral certainty in intimate relationships. She has led significant research projects including Ethical Explorations: Rethinking Our Sexual Relations (2023-2026), Speaking of Love, Thinking with Wittgenstein (2019-), and Explorative Inquiries: Analytical Tools for Reflecting on Oneself, Others and the World in Kindergarten (2017-). Analysis of her 64 publications reveals a consistent trajectory connecting Wittgensteinian philosophy with contemporary ethical concerns, particularly regarding love, moral certainty, and intimate relationships. Her most recent works demonstrate increasing engagement with feminist philosophy and gender studies while maintaining her foundational focus on language and moral psychology. The publications show strong connections between emotional language, moral reasoning, and existential concerns in everyday life. Dr. Kronqvist serves as supervisor for multiple students including a master's thesis in philosophy, a master's thesis within the master's program Social exclusion, and doctoral theses for Salla Aldrin Salskov, Evelina Salo, and Christoffer Steffansson. During the academic year 2021-2022, she taught four courses in the minor subject Ethics in a Globalized World , as well as Social exclusion in a philosophical perspective , and examined Philosophical Aspects on Social Exclusion within the master's program Social exclusion.

• Philosophy of Love
• Wittgenstein Studies
• Ethics of Sexual Relationships
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Joonas Maristo is a University Lecturer at the University of Helsinki , affiliated with the Faculty of Theology and its Study of Religions department. His academic career spans theology, Islamic studies, and Persian literature, with a focus on religious identities, historical narratives, and cross-cultural interactions in the Middle East and Late Antiquity. Academic rank: Lecturer Primary research areas: Islamic theology, Persian poetry, comparative religious studies Maristo’s research output includes 14 publications (2011–2025), with recent books analyzing Hafezin’s poetry (2025) and Sharia law’s evolution (2023). His 15 most recent articles (2011–2025) explore topics like Hadith criticism, Sufi mysticism, and environmental themes in Arabic literature. As an active scholar, he contributes to media discussions on Middle Eastern politics (2025 appearances on Yle news) and participates in international conferences like EABS International Meeting (2017) and Symposia Iranica (2017, 2015). His work bridges academic rigor with public engagement through lectures and festival talks.

• Theology
• Islamic Studies
• Religious Identities
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Mervi Kaukko is a Professor of Multicultural Education at Tampere University’s Faculty of Education and Culture. Her research focuses on refugee education, intercultural pedagogy, and practice theories, particularly examining how refugee children and youth navigate schooling and societal integration. She leads the Kone Foundation-funded project KOTI (2023–2027) and co-manages the NordForsk project Relational Wellbeing (2020–2024). Education: PhD in Education (University of Oulu, 2015) International Experience: Postdoctoral researcher and lecturer at Monash University (2016–2022), Fulbright Senior Scholar at Harvard Graduate School of Education (2022–2023) Research Themes: Multicultural and intercultural education Refugee student wellbeing and success Ethical praxis in diverse classrooms Practice architectures theory (Kemmis et al.) Arts-based and participatory research methods Scientific Awards: Fulbright Senior Scholar (2022–2023) Recent Publications: Her work explores refugee education in Finland and Australia, teacher attitudes toward diversity, and the application of practice theories to understand educational ecosystems. Notable outputs include an animation film Ali and a Long Journey to Australia (2018) and co-edited volumes on action research ethics.

• Refugee Education
• Multicultural Education
• Intercultural Education
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Laura Kolbe is a Professor of European History at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Department of Philosophy, History and Art Studies within the Faculty of Arts. She is also associated with the Helsinki Institute of Urban and Regional Studies (Urbaria) and the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science. As a supervisor for the Doctoral Programme in History and Cultural Heritage, Professor Kolbe plays a significant role in guiding the next generation of historians and cultural scholars. Professor Kolbe's research interests span a wide range of historical and urban studies topics. Her work focuses on European history, particularly Finnish urban history, with special attention to Helsinki's development as a capital city. She has made significant contributions to the understanding of urban diplomacy, municipal cooperation, historical urban development, and the social history of Finnish cities. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges history, urban studies, and cultural heritage, examining how cities evolve through political, social, and cultural transformations. Over her extensive career spanning from 1988 to present, Professor Kolbe has published numerous scholarly works that trace urban development patterns across centuries. Her research reveals consistent themes of internationalization, municipal cooperation, and the evolving relationship between cities and national politics. She has particularly examined how Helsinki has transformed through key historical periods, including the pre-Winter War era, post-war reconstruction, and contemporary urban challenges. Her work often explores the intersections of class, gender, and urban space in shaping Finnish society. Eteläsuomalainen osakunta kunniamerkki (2002) Helsingin yliopiston ylioppilaskunta (2017) Helsingin Yliopiston Ylioppilaskunta kunniamerkki (1997) Kutsuttu Akademiska Sångföreningenin jäseneksi (2013) Kutsuttu Suomen Tiedeseuran jäseneksi (2005) Professor Kolbe actively supervises doctoral students through the Doctoral Programme in History and Cultural Heritage and has led multiple significant research projects. Current projects include 'Tiedeseura - Valta, kunta ja kansalainen' (2024-2025), 'Suurkaupungin kerrostumat - humanistinen kaupunkitutkimus' (since 2015), and 'Grand Hotels at the Fin de Siècle' (since 2012). Her research has been supported by various foundations and has resulted in extensive scholarly output spanning decades. As a key member of the Helsinki Institute of Urban and Regional Studies (Urbaria), Professor Kolbe contributes to interdisciplinary urban research that bridges historical perspectives with contemporary urban challenges. Her work connects with broader European urban scholarship through international collaborations and comparative studies of capital cities.

• History
• Urban Studies
• European History
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Hanna Meretoja is a Professor of Comparative Literature and Head of the Department of Comparative Literature at the University of Turku, where she also holds a permanent faculty position since 2016. She directs the SELMA research centre, focusing on storytelling, experientiality, and memory. Her academic career includes roles at the Universities of Tampere, Tübingen, Sorbonne Nouvelle, Uppsala, and the American University of Paris, alongside fellowships at Oxford University. Meretoja earned her MA (2001) and PhD (2010) in comparative literature from the University of Turku, with minors in philosophy, art history, and cultural studies. Education: MA (2001), PhD (2010) in Comparative Literature, University of Turku Research Focus: Narrative ethics, cultural memory, trauma studies, and the intersections of literature with philosophy and history Key Projects: Director of SELMA; Principal Investigator for 'Counter-Narratives of Cancer' (2023–2027) and 'Instrumental Narratives' (2018–2022) Her research bridges theoretical rigor with historical contextualization, emphasizing narratives' ethical and cultural implications. She has published over 90 scholarly works, including monographs like *The Narrative Turn in Fiction and Theory* (2014) and *The Ethics of Storytelling* (2018), and co-edited volumes on literary values and narrative ethics. Her teaching emphasizes comparative methodologies and critical engagement with French, German, and English literature. Meretoja’s work explores how narratives shape cultural self-understanding, particularly through ethical frameworks analyzing narrative agency, historical representation, and collective memory. She advocates for humanities scholarship that expands imaginative and analytical possibilities while addressing socio-cultural challenges.

• Comparative Literature
• Narrative Studies
• Literary Theory
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Heidi Jokinen is a University Lecturer in Theological Ethics and Philosophy of Religion at Åbo Akademi University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts, Psychology and Theology and the Department of Theology and Religion. She is actively engaged in research and publication, with a strong focus on ethics, justice, and religious thought. Her research interests include Theological Ethics , Philosophy of Religion , Restorative Justice , Christian Ethics , Moral Theology , and Conflict Resolution . Her work explores the intersection of faith, morality, and social justice, particularly in contexts of violence and reconciliation. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent engagement with themes of justice, reconciliation, and ethical frameworks in both religious and secular contexts. Her scholarly contributions span philosophical inquiry, theological reflection, and applied ethics, with a particular emphasis on restorative practices and moral agency. Working under a grant from Svenska Kulturfonden (2020) Working under a grant from Svenska Litteratursällskapet i Finland (SLS) (2019) She supervises undergraduate students and is actively involved in academic service, including peer review for journals such as Contemporary Justice Review . She also participates in organizing and presenting at academic conferences, including the TUTP Research Conference in Theology and Religion. Her research is supported by active collaboration within the academic community, and she contributes to the development of theological and ethical discourse through editorial work, conference organization, and public engagement.

• Theological Ethics
• Philosophy of Religion
• Restorative Justice
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Salla Aldrin Salskov is a postdoctoral researcher in Gender Studies at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Academy of Finland-funded project 'Will to Relevance – Ideals in Finland-Africa Collaborations in Biomedicine and Gender Studies'. She holds a PhD in Philosophy from Åbo Akademi University (2022) and has been a doctoral student in Gender Studies at the University of Helsinki. Her research focuses on epistemic habits, societal relevance, and the politics of knowledge production in feminist, queer, and anti-racist academia and activism. Key research interests include feminist philosophy, queer theory, intersectionality, Wittgensteinian ethics, HBTQI+-activism, and critical race studies. She has published in journals like Sexualities , NORA , and Feminist Encounters , co-edited special issues on feminist epistemic habits and queer studies in Finland, and contributed to Ethical Inquiries After Wittgenstein (Springer, 2022). Salskov has taught gender studies courses for over a decade, covering topics such as #MeToo, feminist science studies, and embodiment. Her work emphasizes anti-racist and queer praxis, informed by her experience in Roller Derby. She has participated in numerous research projects, including 'KOKOM' (on identity debates in Finland) and 'EDIT' (Education and Democracy in Transformation). Awards include the Senator Julius Nummelin Prize for best master’s thesis in social sciences (2009). Salskov has engaged in international collaborations, including a visiting researcher stint at Duke University’s Gender, Sexuality, and Feminist Studies department (2023). Publications highlight critical analyses of epistemic habits in academia, intersectional feminism, and trans narratives. Her recent work explores the societal relevance of feminist theories and challenges in academic institutional practices. Media contributions include public discussions on gender, capitalism, and academic feminism.

• Feminist Philosophy
• Epistemic Habits
• Queer Theory
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Paulos Huang is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Department of Cultures (Faculty of Arts), specializing in the Study of Religions. His research focuses on Chinese religious values, interreligious dialogue, and theological anthropology, particularly exploring Martin Luther’s influence in Chinese contexts. He has led or participated in multiple research projects funded by institutions like the Academy of Finland, including 'The Impact of Religious Values on Chinese Social Life' (2019–2023). Active in both academic and public spheres, Huang has supervised doctoral theses, co-edited influential books, and organized international conferences on topics such as Confucian-Christian dialogue and interreligious engagement. His media contributions include a 24-episode TV series Values in China , broadcast in China and Taiwan, reaching wide audiences. Key areas of expertise include Chinese Christianity, Reformation theology, and the intersection of religion with modernity and technology. Huang’s recent publications (2024) critically examine AI’s ethical challenges through Lutheran anthropology and analyze liberation theology in Brazil. He has also edited volumes on religious values in modern China, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary dialogue between Eastern and Western religious thought.

• Theology
• Religious Studies
• Confucian-Christian Dialogue
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Maija Stina Jones is a Doctoral Researcher at the University of Helsinki's Department of Education, affiliated with the Doctoral Programme in School, Education, Society, and Culture and the Helsinki Inequality Initiative (INEQ). Her work centers on diversity, multilingualism, and social justice in education within Finnish and international contexts. Her research interests span critical educational frameworks including antiracism pedagogy, feminist and intersectional approaches, postcolonial theory, and decolonial practices. Jones examines how power structures manifest in educational systems, particularly focusing on teacher training materials, institutional whiteness in academia, and epistemic boundaries in learning environments. Her scholarship bridges theoretical frameworks from Freirean and Fanonian traditions with practical applications in Finnish educational settings. Analysis of her publications reveals consistent engagement with social justice themes across multiple formats - from peer-reviewed articles examining antiracism implementation challenges to critical book reviews analyzing intersectional feminist pedagogy. Her work demonstrates increasing focus on decolonial approaches to education, with recent contributions addressing institutional racism in academia and epistemically aware learning spaces. As an active academic contributor, Jones organizes and participates in significant scholarly events including the Nordic Summer University symposia on feminist intersectional pedagogies. She has delivered presentations on epistemic boundaries in learning environments and pedagogies of love, demonstrating commitment to both theoretical development and practical implementation of socially just educational practices. Jones operates within the Helsinki Inequality Initiative (INEQ), a research community examining educational equity through collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches. Her work connects with broader networks focused on social justice education across Nordic and international contexts.

• Educational Sciences
• Social Justice Education
• Antiracism Pedagogy
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Pärttyli Rinne serves as a Visiting Faculty member in the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering, conducting interdisciplinary research at the intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and moral philosophy. Her work investigates the neural and somatic foundations of love, social cognition, and ethical reasoning with significant translational impact. Her research portfolio includes: Neuroscience of love types and reward systems Somatic body mapping of emotional experiences Moral philosophy applications in global political discourse Social cognition mechanisms using fMRI methodologies Interactions between narcissism, self-report, and emotional controllability Rinne's publication trajectory reveals a focused exploration of love's biological substrates. Her 2024 Cerebral Cortex article demonstrated distinct brain activation patterns for six love types, particularly highlighting parental love's intensity through temporoparietal junction and reward system engagement. This extended her 2022-2023 body map studies that documented somatic representations of romantic love and their correlations with narcissism. Her foundational 2020 review reinterpreted Rawls and Nussbaum through Kantian ethics to examine love's role in global governance. Her research has achieved exceptional public resonance with 9 press/media appearances between 2020-2025, including viral coverage of her 2024 findings by over 200 news outlets and extensive social media engagement across X, Facebook, and Bluesky platforms. Rinne maintains a robust collaborative network with J. Lahnakoski, H. Saarimäki, M. Tavast, E. Glerean, M. Sams, and L. Henriksson, indicating membership in a specialized research collective focused on affective neuroscience. These partnerships span multiple institutions and methodological approaches, supporting her interdisciplinary investigations into the biological basis of human connection.

• Neuroscience
• Psychology
• Moral Philosophy
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Mikko Sams is a Senior Advisor and Researcher at the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering , Aalto University. His work bridges cognitive neuroscience, psychology, and multisensory processing, with a focus on emotion, empathy, and audiovisual integration. Research Themes: Emotion mapping, social cognition, brain synchronization during naturalistic stimuli, empathy mechanisms, and cultural influences on perception. Methodologies: fMRI, MEG, ERP, and behavioral studies using films, narratives, and music as stimuli. Recent publications highlight his exploration of emotional valence across cultures, political polarization in neural responses, and body maps of emotions . Sams investigates how audiovisual speech perception and social interaction modulate brain activity, often collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. His work extends to design science , examining empathy in human-technology interaction, and cognitive disorders , analyzing neural patterns in autism and psychosis. Despite extensive collaborations, no formal student list or awards are explicitly mentioned in the data. The research emphasizes functional connectivity , intersubject synchronization , and neuroplasticity in both healthy and clinical populations.

• Psychology
• Systemic Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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Sara Heinämaa is Professor at the University of Jyväskylä's Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy, specializing in phenomenology, philosophy of art, and ethics. Her research bridges classical phenomenology with contemporary issues in feminist theory, existentialism, and value philosophy. Heinämaa's current projects include Academy of Finland-funded research on 'Marginalization and Experience: A Phenomenological Analysis of Normality and Abnormality' (2017-2022). Her work examines how phenomenological methods can address social exclusion and normative structures. Recent publications explore Merleau-Ponty's aesthetics through poetry analysis, vocational life structures, and Simone de Beauvoir's philosophical legacy. Her 2024 works examine artistic-philosophical parallels and athletic performance as existential phenomena. Heinämaa serves on editorial boards for major phenomenology journals and leads the Nordic Society for Phenomenology. She regularly contributes to public philosophy discussions on gender equality in academic philosophy and phenomenology's relevance to contemporary social issues.

• Phenomenology
• Philosophy of Art
• Ethics
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