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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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Patrice Faure is a University Professor of Roman History at the University of Lyon 3 since 2022, with a career spanning roles at multiple French universities. His research focuses on the Roman army, political and cultural history of Roman provinces, Latin epigraphy, and prosopography. He holds a Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches in Roman History (2021) and a Doctorate (2006) from the University of Grenoble 2. Roman History, University of Lyon 3 (2022-present) Lecturer in Roman History, University of Lyon 3 (2010-2022) Lecturer in Ancient History, University of Le Havre (2007-2010) His research examines the Roman military's social and political impact, provincial integration of elites, and epigraphic documentation. He collaborates on digital epigraphic databases (Epigraphica Romana, EpiCherchell) and contributes to exhibition curation, notably at the Musée Lugdunum. Awarded the SOPHAU Thesis Prize (2007) and multiple scholarships (Thiers Foundation, IFAO, EFR), his publications include co-edited volumes on Roman military culture and monographs on Severan-era centurions. Current projects include publishing his HDR thesis Grandir pour l'empire and expanding the Inscriptions antiques de Césarée de Maurétanie corpus.

• Roman History
• Latin Epigraphy
• Military History
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Kevin Limonier is a lecturer in geography and Slavic studies at the French Institute of Geopolitics (Paris 8 University) and deputy director of GEODE, a Center of Excellence selected by France's Ministry of the Armed Forces. His research focuses on the geopolitics of Russian-speaking cyberspace, digital sovereignty, and open-source intelligence (OSINT), with particular relevance to the Ukraine conflict and Russian information warfare. His work bridges digital and physical spaces, challenging traditional notions of cyberspace by proposing the datasphere as a tangible layer of reality. He has developed tools for tracking information dissemination on social networks and analyzing Russian strategies of influence, including fake news and support for political figures like Marine Le Pen. Expertise : Digital ethnography, cybersecurity, Russian strategic studies Key Contributions : Co-editor of Hérodote issue 186 on OSINT, fieldwork in Dubna (Russia) on nuclear cities and hacker communities His articles highlight trends in cyber geopolitics , Ukraine war analysis , digital sovereignty , and Russian influence operations , particularly in Africa and Europe.

• Geopolitics
• Digital Ethnography
• Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
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François Robinet serves as a Lecturer in Contemporary History at the University of Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (UVSQ), where he is an elected member of the Council of the Institute of International Cultural Studies. He concurrently directs the Graduate School of Humanities and Heritage Sciences at the University of Paris-Saclay and holds appointments with the Laboratory Center for the Cultural History of Contemporary Societies (CHCSC) and the 22nd section of the CNU. Education: Doctor of History (2012) Robinet's research centers on 20th-21st century cultural and political history, with concentrated expertise in the Rwandan Tutsi Genocide, post-colonial Franco-African memory politics, and media history since 1990. His work critically examines French journalistic coverage of African conflicts, international information manufacturing during wartime, and the cultural history of colonial and post-colonial societies. He employs interdisciplinary approaches bridging media studies, genocide research, and digital humanities to analyze historical narratives and memory construction. His 15 most recent publications (2016-2023) reveal consistent thematic focus on Rwandan genocide documentation, Franco-Rwandan historical accountability, and media's role in shaping political memory. Key trends include digital methodologies for genocide archives, analysis of French state-media interactions during crises, and evolving commemorative practices through digital platforms. The work demonstrates increasing engagement with digital humanities tools while maintaining rigorous historical analysis of colonial legacies. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Robinet coordinates the international RwandaMAP2020 research network mapping genocide documentation sites and serves as Vice-president of the Association for the Development of Cultural History. He is an active member of the Society for the History of Media (SPHM) and editorial board of Le Temps des Médias , demonstrating significant scholarly leadership beyond traditional academic advising. His institutional presence spans laboratory governance (CHCSC), university administration (UVSQ Board of Directors), and major conference organization including the 2014 Rwanda international conference and 2022 International Communication Association pre-conference on empires in media history.

• Contemporary History
• Genocide Studies
• Media History
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Sébastien Layerle is an Associate Professor in Film and Audiovisual Studies at Sorbonne Nouvelle - Paris 3 University, affiliated with the Department of Cinema and Audiovisual (CAV) and the IRCAV research institute. His work focuses on cinema's intersections with history, politics, and social movements, particularly in French and militant cinema of the 20th century. He coordinates interdisciplinary research projects like Cinématographiques Utopies (2023-2025) and Scopcolor et le magazine Certifié Exact (2024-2026), exploring avant-garde film collectives and cinema’s role in activism. Research interests include: political cinema of the 1970s, documentary film practices, amateur filmmaking, and the socio-cultural history of cinema. He has authored/co-edited over 20 books, including Caméras en lutte en Mai 68 (2008) and Cinéma, marxisme, matérialisme (2023). His articles analyze films like Oser lutter, oser vaincre and collectives like CINOC-Films, emphasizing cinema’s role in ideological struggles and historical representation. Recent projects investigate Scopcolor’s 1960s video experimentation and utopian visions in cinema. Layerle also teaches courses on militant cinema archives, political film analysis, and television’s amateur traditions. His work bridges academic research with public engagement through film catalogs, DVD editions, and collaborative research networks with institutions like the Bibliothèque Nationale de France.

• Cinema History
• Political Cinema
• Documentary Film
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David Colon is a Tenured Lecturer at the Centre for History (CHSP) of University of Paris Institute of Political Studies, specializing in propaganda, communication, and digital history. His research focuses on mass persuasion mechanisms, information warfare, and media influence from historical and contemporary perspectives. Position: Tenured Lecturer Institution: Sciences Po (University of Paris Institute of Political Studies) Research Themes: • Propaganda and psychological manipulation • Digital history and modern information warfare • Political communication and social movements Scientific Awards: Prix Akropolis 2019 Prix Jacques Ellul 2020 Teaching & Publications: Holder of the agrégation in history, Colon contributes to graduate studies and has published extensively on propaganda, including works on Edward Bernays, cognitive warfare, and artificial intelligence's role in information manipulation.

• Propaganda
• Information Warfare
• Political History
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Dan Ioan Muresan is a Lecturer in Medieval History at the University of Rouen Normandy, specializing in the history of the Patriarchate of Constantinople, medieval imperialism, and the Mediterranean. He holds a Doctorate from the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) with a thesis on the Patriarchate of Constantinople and the Romanian Principalities (2005). He teaches courses on Byzantine history, Mediterranean thalassocracies, and the medieval Maghreb, and has been affiliated with prestigious research centers like the Centre d’Études Byzantines and the Centre d’Études des Sciences Sociales du Religieux. His research focuses on Byzantine institutional history, imperial ideologies in Southeastern Europe, and the interplay between religion and politics. He has led projects like the Leverhulme Trust-funded study on fifteenth-century crusades and edited volumes on topics such as the Ecumenical Patriarchate’s jurisdictional spaces and medieval siege warfare. His work bridges historical analysis with interdisciplinary approaches, emphasizing comparative imperial studies and cultural transmission. Notable publications include Ioan Basarab, un domn român la începuturile Ţării Româneşti (2013, awarded the Dimitre Onciul Prize) and co-edited collections like An Ecumene of Changes (2020). He actively participates in international conferences, addressing themes such as Byzantine historiography, Ottoman expansion, and medieval ecumenical politics. His academic contributions reflect a deep engagement with both primary sources and modern historiographical debates.

• History of the Patriarchate of Constantinople
• Medieval Imperialism
• History of the Mediterranean in the Middle Ages
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Bertrand Van Ruymbeke is a Professor of American Civilization at the University of Paris 8, specializing in the American Revolution, Franco-American relations, and Huguenot migration. He coordinates the ANR-funded America 2026 project (2023-2027), commemorating the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. A member of institutions including the American Philosophical Society and the Institut Universitaire de France (2015-2020), he holds the title of Knight of the Order of Academic Palms. Education: PhD from La Sorbonne-Nouvelle (1995), Habilitation à diriger des recherches from Université de Versailles (2003). Visiting positions include Stanford University (Fulbright Scholar), Brown University, and the American Philosophical Society. Research focuses on colonial America, 18th-century transatlantic networks, and the cultural legacy of the American Revolution. He has published extensively on topics like Huguenot diaspora, early modern empires, and revolutionary historiography. Grants and leadership: National Council of Universities member (2019-2023), Scientific Council of the Omohundro Institute, and steering committee member at the David Center for the American Revolution. Supervised 9 doctoral theses and served on 31 thesis juries. Labs/Initiatives: Co-founder of the Journal of Early American History (Brill) and editor of the Early American History Series. Leads the transnational America 2026 research consortium uniting French, European, and U.S. scholars.

• American Revolution
• Early Modern Colonial History
• Franco-American Relations
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Mathieu Tillier is a Professor of Medieval Islamic History at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Sorbonne University. He specializes in early Islamic judicial systems, papyrology, and interfaith legal dynamics in the Middle East. Tillier holds a PhD from Université Lumière-Lyon 2 (2004) and has held academic positions at Aix-Marseille Université and Oxford University, supported by a Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowship. His research explores the evolution of Islamic legal institutions, particularly focusing on the role of qadis and the integration of religious minorities. Notably, he received the Sheikh Zayed Book Award (2023) for his groundbreaking work The Invention of the Qadi , which examines judicial pluralism in 8th-century Egypt. His research extends to Fatimid legal practices, early Quranic codices, and material culture analysis through papyrus and silk documents. Tillier collaborates extensively with institutions like the Institut français du Proche-Orient and co-authored studies on devotional texts and legal anthropology. His work bridges historical analysis with interdisciplinary methods, emphasizing textual and material evidence to reconstruct social dynamics in early Islamic empires. Education: PhD in History, Université Lumière-Lyon 2 (2004) Aggregation in Arab Studies (1999) Accreditation to Supervise Research (2013) Research Focus: Tillier’s work centers on the judicial reforms under Umayyad and Abbasid caliphates, papyrus-based legal records, and the coexistence of Islamic, Jewish, and Christian legal frameworks. He has pioneered studies on Fatimid marriage contracts, Quranic codices, and the socio-political role of qadis in medieval Egypt. His methodologies integrate textual analysis, material science, and comparative legal history. Grants & Collaborations: Supported by European Marie Skłodowska-Curie grants, Tillier has collaborated with Oxford University and the Institut français du Proche-Orient. His recent projects include co-authoring analyses on devotional texts with Naïm Vanthieghem and examining ink composition in early Quranic manuscripts. Awards: The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (2023) recognizes his monumental contribution to understanding early Islamic judicial systems. His work has been translated into multiple languages, influencing global scholarship on medieval Islamic studies.

• Medieval Islamic History
• Islamic Judicial Systems
• Early Islamic Legal Studies
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Carine Lounissi is a Lecturer at the University of Rouen Normandy within the UFR Letters and Human Sciences. She holds an HDR (Accreditation to Supervise Research) and a PhD in English Studies from Université Paris 3 – Sorbonne Nouvelle (2006). Her research focuses on revolutionary cultures of the 18th century, particularly the interplay between the American and French Revolutions, Atlantic history, and republican political thought. She has published extensively on Thomas Paine's role in transatlantic revolutionary movements, including monographs like Thomas Paine and the French Revolution (2018) and edited volumes exploring republican ideas. Her recent work examines how French intellectuals interpreted American Revolution events, influencing anticolonial and antislavery discourse in the 1780s. Lounissi is co-editor of the Revue française d'études américaines and serves on editorial boards for journals such as XVII-XVIII . She actively organizes academic events, including the REDEHJA seminar series and conferences on transatlantic revolutionary connections. Her teaching includes courses on American democracy's origins and civil rights history, contributing to teacher training programs like CAPES and Aggregation preparation. Her research networks include leadership roles in organizations like REDEHJA and participation in international projects such as America2026. Lounissi's work bridges historical analysis with contemporary debates about revolutionary legacies, emphasizing textual circulation, ideological transfer, and the global dimensions of Enlightenment thought.

• History of the American and French Revolutions
• Atlantic History (18th Century)
• Intellectual History
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Anna Russakoff is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Art History and Fine Arts Department at the American University of Paris. She specializes in medieval illuminated manuscripts, particularly Gothic works and the iconography of miraculous images of the Virgin Mary. Her research explores cross-cultural narratives, such as the transmission of animal fables between Islamic and European traditions. She holds a PhD from New York University’s Institute of Fine Arts, alongside MA and BA degrees from NYU and Brown University. Education: PhD, Institute of Fine Arts, New York University MA, Institute of Fine Arts, New York University BA, Brown University Research Interests: Russakoff’s work bridges art history and cultural studies, focusing on image-text relationships in medieval manuscripts. Her monograph Imagining the Miraculous (2019) examines how images of the Virgin Mary were perceived as miraculous in 13th–15th century France. Current projects include a study of cross-cultural animal fables in manuscripts like the Kalila wa Dimna . Teaching & Paris Engagement: She teaches courses on ancient, medieval, and Islamic art, emphasizing Paris’s architectural and museum resources. Recent courses include Medieval Art & Architecture , Paris Through Its Architecture , and Senior Seminar: Animals and Monsters in Medieval Art . Conferences & Affiliations: Active in academic networks such as the College Art Association and Medieval Academy of America, Russakoff has presented at international conferences including the International Congress on Medieval Studies (Kalamazoo) and the Medieval Manuscripts in Motion conference in Lisbon. She co-edited volumes on Jean Pucelle and medieval human-animal relationships.

• Gothic illuminated manuscripts
• Medieval art and iconography
• Miraculous images of the Virgin Mary
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Rocío González Naranjo is a Lecturer in Spanish at the Heritage and Creation in Text and Image (HCTI) unit of the University of South Brittany. Her research focuses on Spanish literature, gender studies, and geocriticism, particularly examining themes such as exile, Francoist Spain, women's autobiographies, and theatrical geocritical analysis. She is associated with the research group HCTI (EA 4249). 2024: Analyzed exiled women's geocritical narratives in HispanismeS. 2021: Published monograph on modern woman representations in Spanish interwar culture. 2020: Explored Francoist repression through European identity in Spanish exile texts. HCTI affiliation and hashtagged research areas include #Edad de Plata, #Francoism, #Female Geocriticism, and #Modern Women in Literature. Her publications span books, journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings. Key trends in her work involve post-war Spanish exile studies, feminist theatre analysis, and gendered geocritical frameworks. She has edited volumes on gendered post-conflict spaces and contributed to feminist historical reclamation projects.

• Spanish Literature
• Gender Studies
• Exile Studies
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Nicolas Pitsos is a Lecturer qualified in Greek studies (section 15) and modern and contemporary history (section 22) at the University of Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines. He is associated with the Institute of Cultural and International Studies (IECI) and the Center for the Cultural History of Contemporary Societies (CHCSC). Additionally, he serves as Collections Manager for the Greek domain at BULAC (University Library of Languages and Cultures) since 2020 and has been an Associate Researcher at CHCSC since 2019. His educational background includes: Doctorate in History, Societies and Literature, INALCO, Paris DEA/Master2 in Social and Cultural History 19th-20th Century, University of Paris 1-Panthéon-Sorbonne DEA/Master2 in Historical, Political and Cultural Geography, University of Paris IV Master's in History, University of Paris 1-Panthéon-Sorbonne Bachelor's in History, University of Paris 1-Panthéon-Sorbonne Bachelor's in Modern Greek, INALCO Nicolas Pitsos specializes in the sociocultural history of modern Greece and the Balkans, with particular expertise in the history of Greek-speaking press and publishing, as well as allophone press in France. His research explores representational, historiographical, media, and memorial issues surrounding the Eastern Question from the 19th to 20th centuries. He also investigates the sociocultural history of medicine and public health during this period, examining topics such as neurasthenia and the medicalization of boredom in Belle Epoque France. His interdisciplinary approach combines historical analysis with cultural studies to understand the complex dynamics of national identity formation and cross-cultural encounters in Southeastern Europe. His scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on Balkan history, particularly examining press coverage, political discourse, and cultural representation related to the Eastern Question. Pitsos' work reveals patterns in how French and Greek media portrayed Balkan conflicts, especially during critical periods like the Balkan Wars and World War I. His research shows particular attention to linguistic dimensions of national identity, interfaith relations in Ottoman and post-Ottoman contexts, and the representation of Balkan societies in European travel literature and press. A recurring theme is the examination of how historical narratives are constructed through various media channels and how these narratives influence diplomatic relations and public perception. Nicolas Pitsos has supervised master's students in Balkan studies at the Catholic Institute of Higher Studies (ICES) in La Roche-sur-Yon since 2008. His professional experience includes significant roles in library and research management, particularly with the Greek domain at BULAC, indicating institutional support for his scholarly work. As an Associate Researcher at the Center for the Cultural History of Contemporary Societies (CHCSC) and the Europe-Eurasia Research Center (CREE) at INALCO, Pitsos collaborates with interdisciplinary teams focused on historical and cultural research. His position at BULAC places him within a network of scholars and librarians specializing in languages and cultures, particularly those of Eurasia and the Balkans. These institutional affiliations provide him with access to specialized collections and collaborative opportunities that support his research on Greek and Balkan history.

• History of the Greek-speaking press and publishing
• History of allophone press and publishing in France
• History of representational and historiographical issues
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Jordi Canal is a Lecturer at the School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences (EHESS) in Paris, affiliated with the Center for Historical Research (CRH) and the Iberian Studies Group (GEI). His academic career spans several decades, with a focus on Spanish and Catalan political history, particularly examining Carlism as a counter-revolutionary movement and the development of Catalan nationalism. Canal's research interests center on contemporary Spanish history, with particular emphasis on political movements, nationalism, historical memory, and the relationship between history and literature. His work demonstrates deep engagement with how political identities are constructed through symbols, emotions, and historical narratives. He has published extensively on Carlism, examining it not merely as a historical curiosity but as a significant political phenomenon that shaped modern Spain. His recent publications reveal an increasing focus on the intersection of literature and history, analyzing how novels and literary works engage with historical events and political transitions in Spain. This includes examining works by authors like Galdós, Unamuno, Pardo Bazán, and Semprún to understand how literature processes historical trauma and political change. Canal maintains an extensive international scholarly network, serving on the editorial and advisory boards of numerous academic journals across Spain, Italy, France, Brazil, Venezuela, and other Latin American countries. He also serves on the 'Junta de Govern' of the Democratic Memorial, appointed by the Parliament of Catalonia in 2016. His teaching focuses on 'History of Contemporary Spain: Research, Debates, Problems' and 'The Colors of Politics: Identities, Emotions, Symbols, Propaganda, Fashion,' reflecting his interdisciplinary approach that connects political history with cultural and symbolic dimensions of power.

• Spanish History
• Catalan History
• Carlism
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Matthew Fraser is a Professor at The American University of Paris, specializing in global media, international relations, and the intersection of media with political and cultural dynamics. He holds a DEA and PhD from the Institut d’Études Politiques de Paris, with additional studies at the London School of Economics, Oxford University, and Paris-Sorbonne. He previously worked as a journalist, columnist, and television host in Canada, contributing widely to international media such as CNN, New York Times, and BBC. His research interests span the history of media, iconoclasm, social protest, and the geopolitical impact of pop culture. Notable works include Weapons of Mass Distraction: Soft Power and American Empire and Monumental Fury: The History of Iconoclasm , which critically examines cultural erasure and historical memory. Fraser’s recent scholarship explores the evolving role of satire in French political discourse and the symbolic dimensions of public monuments. His academic career bridges journalism and academia, with frequent commentary on French current affairs and media law. Despite no explicitly listed advisees, his prolific writing and media engagements reflect a commitment to public intellectualism. Fraser’s educational journey includes degrees from Victoria College (University of Toronto), Ryerson University, and Carleton University, underscoring his interdisciplinary background in communications and political science. His work maintains a sharp focus on how media shapes—and is shaped by—power dynamics in global contexts.

• Global Media
• International Relations
• Journalism
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