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• International Relations
• Global South
• Foreign Policy
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Candice Moore is a Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), where she has been employed since at least 2001. She earned her PhD from the London School of Economics and Political Science in 2011, and her research focuses on the International Relations of the Global South, with specializations in South African and Brazilian foreign policy, IR theory, and climate change adaptation. Her research interests span the International Relations of the Global South South African Foreign Policy Brazilian Foreign Policy BRICS and South-South Cooperation Climate Change and Global Health Conflict Resolution in Africa She has published extensively on these topics, including analyses of BRICS health diplomacy during the pandemic, African Union strategies, and post-Libya stabilization efforts. Her academic output includes 15 prominent works, with recent articles addressing the Russia–Ukraine War from a Global South perspective (2024), climate change adaptation in Africa (2021), and South-South cooperation frameworks (2022). Her article keywords reflect expertise in diplomacy, geopolitical alliances, and development policy.

• Modern Chinese Literature
• Modern Russian Literature
• Critical Theory
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Roy Chan is an Associate Professor of Chinese Literature and Director of Graduate Studies for East Asian Languages & Literatures at the University of Oregon's School of Global Studies and Languages. His academic work bridges Chinese and Russian literary traditions with critical theory, examining the intersections of literature, politics, and historical consciousness in modern contexts. Professor Chan's academic background includes: Ph.D. in Comparative Literature (2009) from University of California, Berkeley B.A. in Russian and Comparative Literature (2002) from University of Washington As a first-generation scholar from a working-class immigrant background (his parents came from China and Hong Kong), Chan brings a unique perspective to his research on modern Chinese and Russian literatures. His theoretical concerns span Marxism, post-Hegelian philosophy, gender studies, formalism, and sociolinguistics. His work consistently challenges reductive historical determinism while maintaining deep engagement with literary form and aesthetics. Chan's scholarship reveals a consistent focus on how literature mediates historical experience, particularly examining narrative structures that capture revolutionary consciousness, geopolitical tensions, and cultural translation between East Asia and Russia. His monograph The Edge of Knowing: Dreams, History, and Realism in Modern Chinese Literature (2017) examines how dreams function as rhetorical devices in modern Chinese fiction and their relationship to literature, modernity, and revolutionary utopianism. Professor Chan has successfully mentored numerous graduate students through doctoral and master's theses on diverse topics spanning revolutionary melodrama in modern Chinese culture, Manchukuo literature and film, Sino-French literary engagements, and representations of gender and sexuality in Chinese cinema. His advising reflects his broad intellectual interests and commitment to interdisciplinary approaches to literary study.

Emmanuelle LoyerView profile

Professor

• Cultural politics
• Cultural exchanges
• Cultural history of knowledge
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Emmanuelle Loyer is Professor of Contemporary History at the Centre for History (CHSP) of Sciences Po Paris. A graduate of École Normale Supérieure and agrégée in history, she specializes in cultural history of contemporary societies with focus on artistic policies, transnational intellectual exchanges, and intersections between literature and social sciences. She authored a seminal biography of Claude Lévi-Strauss (2015) and co-edited interdisciplinary doctoral seminars on cultural circulation and literature-social science dialogues. Key Roles: Professor at Sciences Po, Director of Doctoral Seminars Research Themes: Cultural politics, Exile studies, Anthropology history Her recent work analyzes transnational intellectual networks and the relationship between historical narratives and literature. She contributes to public discourse through essays in Le Monde and digital platforms like Berose, focusing on anthropological legacy and societal structures. Scientific Awards: Prix Femina (2015) for Lévi-Strauss biography European Biography Prize 'Einhardt zu Seligenstadt' (2019) She teaches the core undergraduate history course on Paris campus, emphasizing historical narratives and social science methodologies.

Bryan CameronView profile

Associate Professor

• Modern Spanish Literature
• Film Studies
• Cultural Studies
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Dr. Bryan Cameron is a University Associate Professor in Modern Spanish Literature and Culture at the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics, University of Cambridge. He serves as Fellow and Director of Studies at Selwyn College, with expertise in Spanish literature, cinema, and cultural studies from the 18th century to the present. Research Focus: Modern Spanish culture, crisis cinema (2008-2018), coloniality/modernity frameworks, feminist theory, and 15-M movement analysis Teaching Areas: Spanish literature, 19th-century novels, cinema, modernity/coloniality, gender studies Contact: Email bsc30@cam.ac.uk Research Projects: His work examines patrilineal crisis in Spanish literature (1870-1890s) and post-crisis Spanish cinema (2008-2018). Recent publications analyze Catalan screen media, neoliberal workplace tensions, and neocolonial continuities in film. Academic Contributions: Editor of special issues on Spanish affect theory, migrant cinema, and visual dissent. His 15 most recent articles span topics from Galdós's political journalism to post-democracy cinematic experiments. Student Supervision: Currently supervising PhD candidates Samantha Edwards and Matthew Doorly in areas related to his research.

Adam MartinView profile

Associate Professor

• Political Economy
• Austrian Economics
• Institutional Economics
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Adam Martin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University's College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources. His research bridges Political Economy , Austrian Economics , and Institutional Analysis , focusing on economic development, entrepreneurship, and the role of institutions. Political Economy Research Fellow, Free Market Institute Board Scholar, Foundation for Economic Education Judge, Carl Menger Essay Contest His work examines: Institutional evolution and market processes Epistemological foundations of economics Philosophical intersections with political theory Applications to pandemic policy and civic education Recent scholarship emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to institutional analysis, polycentric governance, and critiques of mainstream policy frameworks. Articles span topics from Tocquevillian self-governance to Hayekian epistemology, blending Austrian theory with public choice and historical perspectives. Scientific contributions recognized through fellowships and advisory roles include: Leadership in the Society for the Development of Austrian Economics Advocacy for market-based development Methodological innovations in economic philosophy Dr. Martin advises graduate students and contributes to academic discourse through publications, conferences, and educational initiatives.

Rafael Escobedo RomeroView profile

Professor

• Modern Spanish History
• History of Religious Freedom
• Freedom of Religion
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Rafael Escobedo Romero (b. 1977) is a tenured associate professor of contemporary history at the University of Navarra's Department of History, Art History, and Geography. His academic work focuses on modern Spanish history, religious freedom historiography, and the Great Divergence debate, with particular emphasis on Francoist Spain's international religious dynamics. Academic Interests Religious freedom debates during Francoism Transatlantic Catholic networks Democratic transition mechanisms 18th-century tobacco monopolies Smuggling and early modern economies Recent Research Trends 2023 articles analyze US Catholic influence on Francoist Spain and pro-Franco propaganda in America 2020 publications explore Václav Havel's dissident legacy and tobacco's role in state-building 2012 work examines US foreign policy paradoxes with authoritarian regimes Key Collaborations Co-edited Memory of Nations (2020) with Santiago de Navascués Contributions to Dimensiones europeas de la Europa del sur (2019) Analysis of Catholic/Protestant tensions in A Christian Revolution (2023)

Philip SwansonView profile

Professor

• Latin American Literature
• Hispanic Cinema
• Identity and Politics in Literature
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Professor Philip Swanson is the Hughes Professor of Spanish at the School of Languages, Arts and Societies at the University of Sheffield. His academic career spans teaching and research roles across Europe and the USA, with expertise in Latin American literature, Hispanic cinema, and cultural studies. Education: BA and PhD from the University of Liverpool and University of Edinburgh, with studies in Oxford, Lisbon, and Seville Academic Rank: Hughes Professor of Spanish Affiliation: School of Languages, Arts and Societies Email: p.swanson@sheffield.ac.uk Research interests include Latin American literature , Hispanic cinema , and comparative literature . He specializes in the Boom and Post-Boom movements, magical realism , crime fiction , and Spanish-Latin American cultural dialogues . His recent publications analyze Latin American identity in global contexts, political allegory in film , and transnational crime narratives . Scientific awards and grants include: Man of the Year, American Bibliographical Institute Board Senior Fulbright Fellowship Leverhulme Fellowship Grants from British Academy, Carnegie Trust, and Society for Latin American Studies Teaching and professional activities encompass leadership roles like past President of the Association of Hispanists of Great Britain and Ireland . He has served on editorial boards, grant panels, and as an external PhD examiner for 50+ candidates. His supervised research topics range from Magical Realism to Disability in Spanish Culture , reflecting interdisciplinary breadth.

• Historical studies
• Asian history
• Colonial history
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Dr. Mark Frost serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of History at University College London (UCL), specializing in Asian historical studies with particular focus on Southeast Asia, colonial history, and war memory. His scholarly work bridges historical research with contemporary public history debates, especially regarding the 'comfort women' issue and historical reconciliation in East Asia. Frost's research interests span colonial history , transnational historical narratives , Southeast Asian studies (particularly Singapore), cosmopolitanism in historical contexts , and war memory politics . His work demonstrates how historical narratives shape contemporary geopolitical relations, especially in East and Southeast Asia. A recurring theme in his scholarship examines the tension between national historical narratives and transnational memory frameworks. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on the 'comfort women' controversy as a case study in public history, examining how historical scholarship interacts with advocacy, commemoration, and geopolitical tensions. The 2021 special issue of Asia-Pacific Journal: Japan Focus that he co-edited demonstrates his commitment to presenting nuanced historical perspectives on contentious issues. His work on Singapore's history, particularly 'Singapore Songlines: Revisited,' examines the relationship between urban development, national identity, and historical memory in the city-state. Frost's scholarly contributions demonstrate consistent engagement with major historical debates in Asian studies, with publications appearing in respected journals such as Modern Asian Studies , Journal of Imperial and Commonwealth History , and Past and Present . His monograph Singapore: A Biography (2013) represents a significant contribution to Singapore historiography, presenting the nation's history through multiple perspectives and timelines.

Reuben FowkesView profile

Research Fellow

• Art History
• Central and Eastern European Art
• Art and Climate Change
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Dr Reuben Fowkes is a Research Fellow and Co-Director of the Post-socialist Art Centre (PACT) at University College London's Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS), leading the UKRI-funded Socialist Anthropocene in the Visual Arts (SAVA) project. His work bridges art historical scholarship with urgent environmental concerns, focusing on Central and Eastern European contexts within global ecological discourse. His research critically examines socialist environmental legacies , post-socialist ecological transitions , and artistic responses to climate change . Key themes include hydrological politics in mega-dam projects, agrarian histories through exhibitions like 'Potential Agrarianisms', and the role of invasive species in reshaping ecological narratives. His curatorial practice actively connects historical analysis with contemporary ecological activism. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant focus on the Socialist Anthropocene framework, exploring how state socialist environmental management informs current planetary crises. His work consistently challenges Western-centric art historiography through decolonial methodologies, emphasizing transnational networks and peripheral perspectives in understanding global ecological change. Major research funding includes: Getty Foundation Connecting Art Histories grant (2018-22) for 'Confrontations: Sessions in East European Art History' Erste Foundation grant (2014-16) for 'The Anthropocene Reading Room' Creative Europe grant (2013-15) for The Danube River School Through PACT and SAVA, Fowkes coordinates international collaborations examining socialist-era environmental policies and their artistic representations, with current projects analyzing hydrological systems and agrarian transformations as critical sites for understanding the Anthropocene's geopolitical dimensions.

Michele MioniView profile

Researcher

• Contemporary History
• Social Policy
• Transnational History
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Michele Mioni is a contemporary historian and researcher at the Department of Comparative Linguistic and Cultural Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice . He holds a joint doctorate from the IMT School of Advanced Studies (Lucca) and the University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne , and has held academic affiliations at institutions including the Centre d'histoire sociale des mondes contemporains (CHS, Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne), Forschungszentrum Ungleichheit und Sozialpolitik (SOCIUM, Universität Bremen), and Europa-Universität Viadrina (Frankfurt an der Oder). He has taught at multiple universities across Europe and been a visiting scholar in Denmark, France, and Germany. His research focuses on social policy from global, transnational, and comparative perspectives, with emphasis on the intersection of welfare systems , war , and European integration . He has explored the role of trade unions in shaping social security and political thought in Italy and France, and currently investigates Cold War-era (post-)colonial contexts and healthcare histories. His publications span edited volumes and journal articles, often addressing the mixed economy of welfare framework. Mioni has participated in major research networks, including the COST-Action CA18119 “Who Cares in Europe?” and COST-Action CA22159 “National, International and Transnational Histories of Healthcare, 1850-2000” , contributing to edited volumes and collaborative studies. His teaching spans contemporary history, political thought, and social policy analysis, with a focus on empirical and methodological rigor.

• History of International Relations
• Maritime History
• Diplomatic History
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Erik de Lange (born 1991) is an Assistant Professor in the History of International Relations at Utrecht University's Department of History and Art History, Faculty of Humanities. His work operates at the intersection of diplomatic, maritime and imperial history, with a primary focus on the Mediterranean Sea in the nineteenth century, particularly North Africa. Dr. de Lange obtained his PhD from Utrecht University in February 2020 for his research on piracy repression conducted within the ERC-funded research project 'Securing Europe, fighting its enemies 1815-1914'. He completed both his research master's (cum laude) and bachelor's degree in history (cum laude) at the University of Amsterdam. From 2021-2024, he was affiliated with King's College London as a visiting postdoctoral research fellow. His research primarily explores the role of the sea in international history, with central themes including the workings of diplomacy at sea, international engagement with maritime violence, and operational aspects of overseas imperial expansionism. His work demonstrates how novel security concepts drove European cooperation and imperial expansion in the Mediterranean after the Napoleonic Wars. Dr. de Lange's publications reveal a consistent focus on nineteenth-century Mediterranean security dynamics, European diplomatic history, and the relationship between maritime violence and imperial expansion. His work spans both scholarly journals and public commentary, demonstrating his commitment to engaging broader audiences with historical perspectives on contemporary issues. NWO Rubicon Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021) Charlie Crouch Award, Best Graduate Paper (2019) Charlie Crouch Award, Best Graduate Paper, Third Place (2018) As a founding member and co-organizer of the Security History Network, Dr. de Lange actively contributes to building academic communities focused on the historical dimensions of security. His ERC-funded PhD research and subsequent fellowships demonstrate his capacity to secure competitive research funding. His editorial work for the ERC Project blog 'Utrecht School of Historicizing Security Blog' further demonstrates his commitment to scholarly communication. Dr. de Lange is involved in teaching courses including 'Research Seminar in International Relations in Historical Perspective' and 'What is Europe?' at both bachelor's and master's levels, demonstrating his active role in academic education.

• International Political Sociology
• Peace and Conflict Studies
• Critical Security Studies
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Prof. Dr. Thorsten Bonacker is a full professor and President’s Delegate for the European University for Peace, Justice and Inclusive Societies (EUPeace) at Philipps University of Marburg. He leads two master’s programs in peace and conflict studies and serves as spokesperson for the Collaborative Research Center 138: Dynamics of Security . His work bridges peace research, critical security studies, and postcolonial analysis. Affiliation : Center for Conflict Research (ZfK), Philipps University Leadership : CRC 138 spokesperson, EUPeace President’s Delegate Research Focus : Bonacker’s research explores the role of the United Nations in decolonization, reparations for post-violence victim groups, and atmospheres of political violence (e.g., affect theory applications). His methodological approach combines theory-oriented frameworks and case comparisons in Central and Southeast Asia (Cambodia, East Timor). Recent projects examine securitization, security practices in postcolonial independence, and affective dimensions of international bureaucracy. Publications and Teaching : His 15 most recent publications (2013–2025) analyze global security dynamics, transitional justice, and localized violence. Notably, he co-edited Securitization, Politicization and Social Differentiation in History (2025) and examined UN trusteeship as affective governance. He teaches peace and conflict studies, emphasizing curriculum development in post-war societies. Awards and Collaborations : Bonacker received the Anerkennungspreis für exzellente Hochschullehre (2007). He collaborates with institutions like the Peace Research Institute Frankfurt (PRIF), Goethe University Frankfurt, and universities in Southeast Asia for the DAAD-funded SDG partnership program on peacebuilding curricula. He also engages in interdisciplinary networks such as Trace and VORTEX .

• Transitional Justice
• Social Movements
• Post-colonial Theory
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Pia Falschebner is a Research Associate at the Center for Conflict Research (ZfK) at Philipps University of Marburg, Germany. She has been working on the DFG-funded project "Reparations Policy of Victims' Organizations in Transitional Justice Processes" since September 2020, collaborating with Prof. Dr. Thorsten Bonacker and Dr. Eva Willems. Her work focuses on victim mobilization, memory politics, and post-colonial justice frameworks. Research Focus: Transitional Justice, Social Movements, Post-colonial Theory, Memory and Identity, Conflict Transformation Geographic Expertise: Morocco, Northern Ireland, Guatemala, Middle East, Latin America Dr. Falschebner has conducted extensive fieldwork in Morocco and Northern Ireland, including guest researcher positions at the Netherlands Institute Morocco (NIMAR) and Queen's University Belfast. She contributes to academic debates through publications in journals like Journal of Human Rights Practice and Global Society , with recurring themes around victim-driven reparations, memory as a tool for justice, and socio-political inequalities in transitional contexts. Her academic contributions include: Keynote presentations at major conferences including ISA Annual Convention and ECPR General Conference Co-organization of workshops on research ethics, particularly in conflict/post-conflict settings Teaching seminars on Research Ethics and Knowledge Production in (Post-)Conflict Settings Notable achievements include receiving the Christiane-Rajewsky-Preis 2020 for her master's thesis on decolonization and colonial memory culture in Germany. She combines methodological innovation with critical analysis in her work across multiple continents.

Kimberly Ann HarrisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Philosophy of Race
• African American Philosophy
• Critical Theory
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Kimberly Ann Harris is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Virginia. Her research focuses on intersections of race, critical theory, and philosophical traditions. She can be contacted at kharris@virginia.edu. Research Interests: Dr. Harris's work explores themes in Critical philosophy of race Hegelian and Africana philosophical traditions Metaphilosophical analysis of racial conservation Ethics of social justice movements Post-racialism critiques Intersectional philosophical frameworks Publications: Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with critical race theory, Hegelian dialectics, and liberation philosophies across a 9-year span, with recent works (2024) expanding into metaphilosophical and epistemological dimensions of racial discourse.

Peter AndersonView profile

Professor

• Twentieth-Century Spanish History
• Spanish Civil War
• Francoism
• +4 more

Professor Peter Anderson is a British academic specializing in Twentieth-Century Spanish History at the University of Leeds , where he has worked since 2012. He served as Deputy Head of School (2021-2022) and co-directs the Centre for the History of Ibero-America . His research spans topics such as the Spanish Civil War , Francoist child removal policies , and post-war humanitarian crises . His academic journey includes a PhD in Modern History from Royal Holloway, University of London and a British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship at the London School of Economics . He has been recognized as a Royal Historical Society member and a British Academy Mid-Career Fellow . Anderson’s publications, such as The Age of Mass Child Removal in Spain (2021) and Franco’s Famine (2021), analyze state violence, child removal, and famine policies. His work often challenges dominant historical narratives by highlighting grassroots complicity and marginalized voices. Key themes include the intersection of state authority , human rights , and international responses to Francoist policies. He has co-edited volumes like Mass Killings and Violence in Spain, 1936–1952 (2017), which re-examines the scale and social dynamics of Francoist repression, and Post-Imperial Perspectives on Indigenous Education (2022), focusing on educational equity in Japan and Australia. Scientific awards: British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship British Academy Mid-Career Fellow He supervises PhD students including Joshua Newmark , Sophie Turbutt , and Ali Bassam Zahid . Anderson collaborates with organizations like the Instituto Cervantes and the Basque Children of ‘37 Association UK , contributing to public history initiatives and educational resources on anti-fascist movements.