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Wang Ning is a distinguished Professor of English and Comparative Literature with affiliations at Tsinghua University (part-time) and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. His career spans prestigious roles including Zhiyuan Chair Professor (2009–present) and Changjiang Distinguished Professor (2013–present). Born in 1955, he holds academic qualifications from institutions in China, Europe, and North America. Research interests focus on cosmopolitanism, translation studies, Northrop Frye's mythopoeia, cultural studies, and Chinese-Western comparative literature. He has secured over ten grants since 1991 aimed at introducing European theory to China and has conducted research across Europe, North America, and Australia as a visiting professor/research fellow. Key achievements include the Changjiang Scholars Award (2013), membership in Académé de la Latinité (2010), and fellowships at Cambridge and Gottingen Universities. He co-founded Chinese editions of New Literary History and Critical Inquiry , advancing transnational literary discourse. Wang has delivered keynote lectures globally and led initiatives to bridge Chinese and Western literary traditions. His work emphasizes global literary dynamics, translation’s role in cultural exchange, and reinterpreting modern Chinese literature within global contexts.

• Cosmopolitanism and World Literature
• Translation Studies
• Northrop Frye and Mythology
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Andreas Eckert is Professor and Chair of African History at Humboldt University Berlin, where he also serves as Director of the International Research Centre "Work and Human Life Cycle in Global History" since 2009. Previously, he was Head of Department at the Institute of Asian and African Studies (2008-2009) and Dean of the Faculty of History and Philosophy at the University of Hamburg (2004-2006). His academic career includes visiting professorships at Harvard University, Maison des Sciences de l'Homme in Paris, and Indiana University. Professor Eckert's research focuses on African history in the 19th and 20th century , with particular emphasis on the history of the state, urbanization, and historiography. His scholarly work extends to comparative history of colonialism , history of work/labour history , and global history . His approach combines deep regional expertise in African contexts with transnational and comparative perspectives that challenge traditional historical narratives. Eckert's publication record demonstrates a consistent engagement with themes of state formation, labor relations, urban development, and historical methodology in African contexts. His work spans from detailed case studies of specific regions like Douala and Tanzania to broader conceptual explorations of how Africa fits into world historical narratives. A notable trend in his scholarship is the examination of entangled histories that connect local African experiences with global processes of colonialism, decolonization, and postcolonial state formation. His notable achievements include: 2012 Guest Fellowship at Freiburg Institute of Advanced Study Election as chairperson of "Forum Transregionale Studien" (2011) Major Grant from the German Ministry for Research and Education for the Institute "Work and Human Life Cycle in Global History" (2009) Election as chairperson of "Arbeitskreis für Moderne Sozialgeschichte" (2007) Managing Editor of the Journal of African History (2004-2011) Fellowship in the Royal Historical Society (2000) As Director of the International Research Centre "Work and Human Life Cycle in Global History," Eckert has secured significant funding including a major grant from the German Ministry for Research and Education (2009-2015). He has also served on the Board of the International African Institute in London and has been actively involved in scholarly organizations including the "Forum Transregionale Studien" and "Arbeitskreis für Moderne Sozialgeschichte." Under Eckert's leadership, the International Research Centre "Work and Human Life Cycle in Global History" brings together scholars from multiple disciplines and countries to examine the historical dimensions of work and human life cycles from a global perspective. The center serves as a hub for innovative research that transcends traditional geographic and disciplinary boundaries.

• African History
• Colonial History
• Labor History
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Michael Rothberg is the 1939 Society Samuel Goetz Chair in Holocaust Studies, Professor of English and Comparative Literature at UCLA, and affiliate of the Alan D. Leve Center for Jewish Studies. He previously held positions at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and the University of Miami. Education: PhD in Comparative Literature (1995) from CUNY; M.Phil. (1994); B.A. with Highest Honors in English and Linguistics from Swarthmore College (1988). Research Interests: Memory Studies, focusing on multidirectional memory frameworks Intersection of Holocaust studies with postcolonial and decolonial theory Literary and cultural theory applied to historical trauma Awards: Guggenheim Fellowship (2023) Conrad Humanities Scholar (2009-2014) ACLS Collaborative Research Fellowship (2011-2012) He directs graduate studies in comparative literature at UCLA and co-organizes the Working Group in Memory Studies. His work appears in Contemporary Literature , Critical Inquiry , and public outlets like Los Angeles Review of Books and The Nation .

• Memory Studies
• Holocaust and Genocide Studies
• Postcolonial Studies
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Jennifer Robinson is Professor of Human Geography at University College London (UCL), with a distinguished career spanning institutions like the London School of Economics, The Open University, and University of Natal. Her work bridges global urban studies, postcolonial geography, and comparative urbanism, reshaping urban theory through critiques of modernity and neoliberalism. She co-directs the UCL Urban Laboratory and has led international conferences like At the Frontiers of the Urban (2019). Her research focuses on reorienting urban studies through postcolonial and global South perspectives, advocating for comparative methods to transcend Eurocentric frameworks. Key themes include urban governance, political geography, and large-scale development, particularly in African cities. Recent publications highlight trends in global urban theory, comparative urbanism, and the interplay of finance and urban development. She has received prestigious awards such as the RGS-IBG Murchison Award (2009) and an ERC Advanced Grant (2019), and has been widely cited in Geography and Urban Studies. RGS-IBG Murchison Award (2009) Fellow of the Society of South African Geographers (2016) ERC Advanced Grant (2019) Robinson has examined over 30 PhD theses internationally and held editorial leadership roles, including Editor-in-Chief of the Studies in Urban and Social Change book series. She directs comparative research programs funded by ESRC and contributes to scientific assessments like the UK Research Excellence Framework.

• Global urban studies
• Urban theory
• Feminist geography
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Professor Margaret-Anne Hutton serves as Chair of French and Comparative Literature at the University of St Andrews, Scotland, and founded the Institute for Contemporary and Comparative Literature (ICCL) in 2010. The ICCL functions as the institutional framework for the interdisciplinary project 'What is the contemporary?' (2015-2018), which secured two major Leverhulme Trust grants. Her research centers on post-2000 literature with specialized expertise in crime fiction , 9/11 fiction , and WWII testimonial texts . She pioneers theoretical frameworks for understanding 'the contemporary', examining how literature processes historical trauma and constructs temporal consciousness across cultural contexts. Her methodological approach bridges literary analysis with historical and philosophical inquiry. Hutton's publication trajectory reveals consistent engagement with traumatic 20th/21st-century events through comparative lenses. Her work demonstrates how French literature interrogates Holocaust memory, 9/11 geopolitics, and ethical dilemmas in contemporary fiction. The Leverhulme-funded project exemplifies her leadership in creating cross-disciplinary dialogues about temporal frameworks in modern cultural production. As founder of the ICCL, Hutton has established a dynamic research ecosystem exploring contemporaneity through collaborative initiatives. The institute facilitates international scholarly exchange on how literature defines and responds to the present moment, connecting French studies with global literary currents and theoretical debates.

• Contemporary Literature
• Crime Fiction
• 9/11 Fiction
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Rose-Anne Gush is an Assistant Professor at the IZK Institute for Contemporary Art, TU Graz. She is an art historian, theorist, and educator with a focus on political aesthetics, transnational surrealism, and critical engagements with capitalism and gender. Academic Affiliations: TU Graz (IZK), University of Leeds, University College London, University of Applied Arts Vienna Key Research Areas: Political Aesthetics, Global Art, Extractive Capitalism, Feminist Theory, Trauma and Memory Her research explores how art navigates the spatial and temporal dimensions of capitalist modernity, with projects like The Work of Art in the Age of the Planetary Mine (2025) and collaborations with Philipp Sattler on lithium extraction. Her articles in FKW , Third Text , and Performance Research interrogate intersections of body, violence, and historical memory. Scientific awards include the Juliane and Franz Roh Post-Doctoral Fellowship (2020) and a DFK Paris Research Grant (2021). Her teaching spans universities in Europe and the UK, including Slade School of Fine Art and University of Leeds.

• Political Aesthetics
• Global Art
• Transnational Surrealism
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Dr. Greca Nathascia Meloni is a filmmaker and ethnographer at the University of Vienna's Institute for Cultural and Social Anthropology , specializing in multispecies relationships and environmental anthropology. Her work bridges academic research with public engagement through ethnographic films and blog platforms like fareapicoltura.net . Current research focuses on non-native plant studies and human-environment interactions Recipient of the Theodor Körner Prize for academic excellence (2021) Research Interests span five core areas: Multispecies Ethnography Visual Ethnography Environmental Anthropology Critical Plant Studies Anthropology of Cultural Heritage Her filmography including The Journey of the Bees (2022) demonstrates expertise in ethnographic filmmaking and environmental storytelling. Recent publications address climate impacts on apiculture, collaborative writing methodologies, and sociocultural dynamics in Mediterranean regions. Scientific Recognition : Theodor Körner Prize (2021) Fiorenzo Serra International Film Festival First Prize (2022) Maintaining strong academic connections through her university role while pursuing independent filmmaking projects, Meloni effectively combines research with creative dissemination.

• Multispecies Ethnography
• Visual Ethnography
• Environmental Anthropology
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Astrid Erll is Professor of Anglophone Literatures and Cultures at Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main since 2010. She is a leading international scholar in memory studies with significant contributions to literary theory, transcultural studies, and media studies. Her work bridges humanities and social sciences, focusing on how cultural memory operates across national borders through various media forms. Her research interests include: Memory studies and cultural memory Transcultural and transnational studies Literary theory and narratology Media studies and intermediality Anglophone literatures and cultures Erll's scholarly work demonstrates a clear evolution from national memory frameworks to transnational memory dynamics. Her publications reveal consistent focus on how memories travel across cultural boundaries, with particular attention to literary and audiovisual media. Recent work examines memory during global crises like the pandemic, while earlier research established foundational concepts for understanding memory circulation across national borders. Her notable scientific awards include: Opus Magnum award of Volkswagen Foundation (2016) International Research Fellowship at Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study (2009/2010) University of Wuppertal award for Excellence in Teaching (2008) Justus Liebig University Award for Excellence in Post-doctoral Research (2005) Justus Liebig University Dissertation Prize (2002/2003) Doctoral Fellowship from German National Academic Foundation (1999/2002) Professor Erll leads the Frankfurt Memory Studies Platform and serves as general editor for the book series 'Studies in Collective Memory' (Oxford University Press) and 'Media and Cultural Memory' (de Gruyter). She contributes to multiple international research networks including AFRASO and COST/NITMES, focusing on transcultural memory narratives across Europe and beyond. She maintains active editorial leadership as member of advisory boards for Memory Studies (SAGE), Memory, Mind & Media (Cambridge UP), and The Memory Studies Review (Brill), demonstrating sustained influence in shaping the theoretical direction of the field.

• Memory studies
• Transcultural studies
• Literary theory
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Ottmar Ette is Chair of Romance Literature at the University of Potsdam, Germany, where he has held a professorship since 1995. A leading scholar of Alexander von Humboldt and comparative literature, Ette has established himself as a major intellectual figure through his development of TransArea Studies and the conceptual framework of 'Lebenswissenschaft' (science of life). His academic career spans multiple continents with significant contributions to understanding the intersections of literature, globalization, and cross-cultural knowledge. Ette's research interests form a rich interdisciplinary tapestry exploring literary studies as life science , conviviality (living together), and the poetics of movement within TransArea Studies. His work examines how literary knowledge functions as essential repository of human experience, particularly regarding ethically relevant themes such as migration, belonging, and survival. The scholar has pioneered approaches to understanding literature beyond national boundaries, focusing on 'literatures without fixed abode' and the 'vectorial imagination' that transcends traditional dichotomies between national and world literature. His extensive publication record reveals consistent engagement with globalization processes across historical periods, with particular emphasis on the works of Alexander von Humboldt as a lens for understanding interconnected knowledge systems. Ette's scholarship demonstrates remarkable breadth, spanning from 18th century francophone literature to contemporary transareal literary phenomena, while maintaining focus on how literary texts generate knowledge for living in increasingly interconnected worlds. 2014 Research Award Escuela Nacional de Altos Estudios from UNAM 2014 Honorary Member of the Modern Language Association of America 2013 Ordinary Member of the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences 2012 Chevalier dans l'Ordre des Palmes Académiques (France) 2010 Ordinary Member of the Academia Europaea 2001 Hugo Friedrich/Erich Köhler Research Award 1991 Young Scholars Award for Romance Literature 1987 Heinz-Maier-Leibnitz Award Ette has directed significant research projects including the 3-year Research Project on Humboldt's American Travel Diaries (2014-2017) and the 18-year project 'Travelling Humboldt - Science on the Move' at the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences. He co-founded multiple DFG-funded Research Training Groups including 'lebensformen + lebenswissen' (2006), 'Zwischen Räume' (2009), and 'Sichtbarkeit und Sichtbarmachung' (2011). His editorial work encompasses founding the electronic journal HiN - Alexander von Humboldt in the Net and serving as co-editor of Iberoamericana and Istmo. As co-founder of the ForLaBB (Research Network Latin America Berlin-Brandenburg), Ette has created important institutional frameworks for transnational scholarly exchange. His academic leadership extends through organizing numerous international conferences on topics ranging from 'Caribbean(s) on the Move' to 'Conviviality in Difference,' fostering collaborative research environments that bridge disciplinary and geographical boundaries.

• Alexander von Humboldt studies
• Literary theory
• Francophone literature
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Catherine Grant is an Honorary Professor at Aarhus University, Denmark, and Visiting Senior Research Fellow at the University of Reading, UK. She previously served as Professor of Digital Media and Screen Studies at Birkbeck, University of London (2017–2020), and held academic roles at institutions including the University of Sussex and University of Kent. Her research focuses on videographic criticism, essay filmmaking, Latin American cinemas, and screen studies methodologies. Grant earned a PhD in Mexican literature and feminist theory from the University of Leeds (1991) and a First Class B.A. in Modern Languages (1986). She pioneered the use of audiovisual essays in film studies, co-founding and editing the award-winning [in]Transition: Journal of Videographic Film and Moving Image Studies until 2024. Her work explores film authorship, found-footage techniques, and digital media practices. Her research interests span essay filmmaking, world cinema, and the intersection of theory and practice in film studies. Over 200 of her video essays have been showcased globally, emphasizing experimental methodologies and critical engagement with cinematic form. Grant has received the Society for Cinema and Media Studies Award of Distinction (2014–2015). She co-edited significant volumes on world cinema, Latin American cinema, and videographic criticism, and maintains influential platforms like Audiovisualcy and Film Studies For Free .

• Essay filmmaking
• Latin American cinemas
• Videographic film studies
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Nelson Ribeiro is a Full Professor and Vice-Rector for Transformation, Collaboration, and International Affairs at Universidade Católica Portuguesa. He serves as Dean of the Faculty of Human Sciences (2016–2025) and coordinates the Doctoral Program in Communication Sciences and the research group 'Media Narratives and Cultural Memory' at the Center for Communication and Culture Studies (CECC). As a member of Academia Europaea (elected 2023) and ethics committee member at the International Panel on the Information Environment (IPIE), he holds leadership roles in academic governance. His research spans Media history Propaganda and disinformation Media and colonialism Journalism studies Political economy of media . He has authored extensively on radio broadcasting in authoritarian regimes, transnational media history, and disinformation frameworks. Recent publications focus on Media propaganda in the digital age Colonial broadcasting models Political media manipulation Historical radio analysis Crisis journalism Transnational media diplomacy , reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to communication history. Scientific accolades include: 2022 Hoover Institution Fellowship 2022 CAPES-Brazilian University Grant 2015 University of Augsburg Fellowship 2004 & 2000 Institute for Social Communication Prizes . He founded the Lisbon Winter School for Communication Study, partnering with global institutions like Annenberg and Helsinki University.

• Media History
• Propaganda
• Disinformation
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Susanne Reichl is a full Professor at the Department of English and American Studies within the Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies at the University of Vienna. She serves as Head of the interdisciplinary research platform Mediatised Lifeworlds: Young people's narrative constructions, connections and appropriations, a position she has held since autumn 2021 for its second period. Reichl maintains an active teaching schedule, offering courses on contemporary British literature, children's and young adult literature, and teaching methodology for literature and culture. Her research interests span contemporary British literature and culture, children's and young adult literature, cognitive approaches to literature, tales of time travel, Black and Asian British literature, and teaching literature at university and school. Reichl's work demonstrates a consistent focus on how young people engage with literature and media, particularly examining narrative construction in digital environments and the intersection of reading practices with identity formation. Reichl's recent publications reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research connecting literary studies with media studies, cognitive science, and educational theory. Her work on youth media practices, particularly through the #YouthMediaLife platform, demonstrates innovative approaches to understanding how young people navigate contemporary digital landscapes through narrative construction. She has made significant contributions to understanding time travel narratives, multimodal literature, and social reading practices, particularly on platforms like Goodreads. Figdor-prize of the Austrian Academy of Sciences for literary studies (2005) Erwin-Schrödinger international scholarship by the FWF (Austrian research fund) (2005/2006) Reichl has supervised numerous master's students, though she has announced she cannot take on new master supervision until March 2026. Her research platform Mediatised Lifeworlds has secured significant institutional support at the University of Vienna, indicating successful grant acquisition. Reichl maintains an active research agenda with consistent publication output across multiple formats including monographs, edited collections, journal articles, and book chapters. As Head of the interdisciplinary research platform Mediatised Lifeworlds, Reichl leads a collaborative team examining young people's narrative constructions in digital environments. This platform brings together researchers from multiple disciplines to investigate how youth appropriate and connect through mediatised experiences, with particular attention to the narrative frameworks they employ in social media and other digital spaces.

• contemporary British literature and culture
• children's and young adult literature
• cognitive approaches to literature
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David Mayer is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Economic and Social History, University of Vienna. He holds both a Mag. phil. (2003) and Dr. phil. (2012) from the University of Vienna. His research interests include global labour history, intellectual history, the Austrian School of Economics, history of neoliberalism, left-wing intellectuals, Marxist historiographies, and social movements in Latin America. Additionally, he explores the history of historiography and the conceptual evolution of work. Education: 2003: Mag. phil., Universität Wien 2012: Dr. phil., Universität Wien Research activities are anchored in global and transnational frameworks, with a focus on Latin America. He interrogates the intersections of economic theory, political movements, and historical narratives, particularly through Marxist and socialist lenses. His work often critiques historiographical methodologies and their ideological underpinnings. Awards and honors remain unspecified in the text. However, Mayer actively contributes to academic networks, serving as Vice-President of the ITH (International Conference of Labour and Social History) Honorary Fellow of the International Institute of Social History (Amsterdam) Corresponding editor of the International Review of Social History (Amsterdam) Member of advisory boards for journals such as Archivos – de historia del movimiento obrero y la izquierda (Buenos Aires) and Arbeiter – Bewegung – Geschichte In teaching, he oversees diploma, master, and doctoral theses, though specific student names are not listed. His engagement with grants and collaborative projects is implied through his co-authored works and editorial roles, but explicit details are absent. Mayer’s academic influence extends beyond traditional departments through his interdisciplinary work and editorial commitments, though no specific lab or team affiliations are mentioned.

• Labour History
• Economic History
• Global Intellectual History
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Weigui Fang is a Distinguished Professor at the School of Chinese Language and Literature, Beijing Normal University (BNU), and holds the title of Yangtze River Scholar, China's highest academic honor. He serves as Chairman of the Academic Council of the Centre for Studies of Literary Theories and Director of the Centre for Literature and the History of Ideas at BNU. His academic career includes habilitation in Germany, a rare achievement for Chinese scholars. Fang’s research focuses on comparative literature, conceptual history, and Sinology, with over 140 scholarly articles and major monographs in Chinese, German, and English. He has organized influential international conferences fostering dialogue between Chinese and European scholars. Education: BA from Shanghai International Studies University (1981), PhD in Comparative Literature from Technical University of Aachen (1992), and habilitation at Erlangen University (2002). Awards include State Council Special Allowances and the National Natural Science Award. Research interests span modern Chinese literature and culture, sociology of literature, and conceptual history. His publications explore cultural concepts, transnational intellectual exchange, and comparative methodologies. Fang’s work bridges Eastern and Western scholarly traditions, making him a leading figure in humanities research.

• Modern Chinese Culture
• Comparative Literature
• Conceptual History
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Maria-Dolores Garcia-Ramon is a Full Professor of Geography at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), where she held academic leadership roles including Chair of the Department of Geography (1977–78, 1995–97) and Chair of the Doctoral Program in Human Geography (1986–94). She has been a visiting scholar at institutions such as the University of Arizona, Cornell University, and the London School of Economics. Her research focuses on rural geography, gender studies, and colonialism, with a particular emphasis on gendered spatial practices and women’s narratives in colonial contexts. Education: PhD in Geography and History (1975, University of Barcelona), MA in Geography (1970, UC Berkeley), BA in Philosophy and Letters (1966, University of Barcelona). Research Interests: Garcia-Ramon pioneered gender studies in Spanish geography, analyzing women’s roles in agriculture, urban public spaces, and colonial travel narratives. Her work critiques colonial discourses and explores how gender shapes spatial experiences. Key themes include the invisibility of women’s labor in rural economies, postcolonial geographies, and feminist methodologies in geographical research. Publications: Over 90 peer-reviewed articles and 12 authored/edited books, including Mujer y agricultura en España (1994) and Geografía Rural (1992). Recent articles address urban planning’s gendered impacts and colonial travel narratives. Awards: Recipient of the Jan Monk Award (2008), Premi Narcís Monturiol (2003), and membership in prestigious academies like Academia Europaea. She has led 31 funded research projects on gender, rural development, and colonial geographies. Advising & Grants: Supervised 19 PhD theses and secured grants from the European Commission, Spanish Ministry of Science, and Catalan Government. Her work on gendered labor and urban spaces has influenced policy debates on work-life balance and inclusive urban design. Labs/Teams: Active in the UAB’s Gender and Geography Research Group, contributing to international networks like the Association of American Geographers and editorial boards of journals such as Gender, Place & Culture .

• Rural Geography
• Geographical Thought
• Gender and Geography
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