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Andrea Lanza serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Italian Studies within the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. Originally from Italy, he completed his academic training in France at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS), earning both his Diplôme d'Études Avancées and Doctorat degrees, following his Laurea from Università degli Studi di Milano La Statale. His scholarly profile demonstrates extensive transnational engagement with French political thought while maintaining institutional affiliation with Italian Studies. Doctorat, École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (Paris) Diplôme d'Études Avancées, École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (Paris) Laurea, Università degli Studi di Milano La Statale Lanza's research focuses on the historical intersections between political thought and social science, with particular emphasis on Early French Socialism (1800-1850), the making of French working classes, and Contemporary French Political Thought. His scholarly trajectory follows two interrelated axes: the emergence of socialist discourse in 19th century France and historic-philosophical debates on democratic society, especially regarding French thinkers like Lefort, Gauchet, Rosanvallon, Foucault, and Rancière. His work demonstrates remarkable interdisciplinary range, connecting political philosophy with historical anthropology, sociology, and religious studies. His recent publications reveal a growing engagement with contemporary issues including decolonization debates, cancel culture, and the epistemological challenges facing social sciences today. Lanza has also held significant administrative roles, serving as Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Italian Studies during 2022-2023. Administrative Service: Associate Chair - Undergraduate, Department of Italian Studies (2022-2023) Lanza's scholarly network extends across North America and Europe, with collaborations spanning multiple disciplines. His recent editorial work on Claude Lefort's political philosophy and Marcel Gauchet's theories of democratic society demonstrates his position at the forefront of contemporary political thought scholarship.

• Early French Socialism (1800-1850)
• Political Thought
• Social Science
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Sarah Turnbull is an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo, affiliated with the Balsillie School for International Affairs. Her work intersects criminology, sociolegal studies, and critical border/migration studies, focusing on immigration detention, deportation, punishment, and social justice through postcolonial, antiracist, and feminist lenses. Education: PhD and MA in Criminology and Socio-Legal Studies from the University of Toronto; BA from Simon Fraser University. Her current research includes: (1) a SSHRC-funded study on the National Immigration Detention Framework in Canada using Foucauldian genealogical methods; (2) the Prison Transparency Project , a comparative analysis of carceral transparency in Canada, Spain, and Argentina; and (3) a transatlantic study on pandemic impacts in prisons. She employs ethnographic and qualitative methods in her research. Selected Grants: 2023–2030: Co-Investigator, Prison Transparency Project (SSHRC Partnership Grant). 2022–2025: Principal Investigator, Reforming Detention (SSHRC Insight Grant). 2022–2023: Co-Principal Investigator, COVID-19 Justice as Penal Justice (Strathclyde-Waterloo Transatlantic Award). Turnbull’s publications and collaborations emphasize systemic inequalities, carceral mobilities, and ethical research practices. She co-founded the Prison Transparency Project and has contributed to dialogues on art as resistance in detention settings.

• Border criminology
• Immigration detention and deportation
• Punishment and incarceration
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Mark E. Warren is a Professor of Political Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC), holding the Merilees Chair for the Study of Democracy. He joined UBC in 2004 and directs the SSHRC-funded Participedia project, which documents global democratic innovations. His research focuses on democratic theory, citizen participation, representation, and corruption. Warren previously taught at Georgetown University, Northwestern University, and Rice University. Education: B.A. from Lewis and Clark College, M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. Key roles include founding the Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions at UBC and co-founding the Center for Democracy and the Third Sector at Georgetown University. Research interests emphasize new forms of citizen engagement, democratic representation, and the interplay between civil society and governance. He has authored influential books like Democracy and Association (2001) and edited volumes such as Democracy and Trust (1999), recognized with prestigious awards. His work addresses corruption in democracies and systemic approaches to deliberative democracy. Awards include the Elaine and David Spitz Book Prize (2003) and ARNOVA’s Outstanding Book Award (2003). Participedia, his flagship project, serves as a global resource for participatory governance. Warren’s contributions bridge academic research and practical democratic innovation, influencing policies and institutions worldwide.

• Democratic theory
• Political theory
• Critical theory
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Timothy Cheek is a Professor at the University of British Columbia with dual appointments in the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs and the Department of History. He holds the prestigious Louis Cha Chair in Chinese Research and serves as Co-Director of the Centre for Chinese Research at the Institute of Asian Research (IAR). Having joined UBC in 2002, Professor Cheek is a leading scholar of modern Chinese history with expertise in Chinese intellectual history and the Chinese Communist Party. Professor Cheek's educational background includes: Ph.D. in History and East Asian Languages from Harvard University (1986) M.A. in History from The University of Virginia (1980) B.A. in Asian Studies (Honours) from Australian National University (1978) His research focuses on three interconnected areas of modern Chinese history: the history of the Chinese Communist Party within China's twentieth-century revolutionary context; contemporary Chinese thought and society, particularly the role of intellectuals in public life; and Mao Zedong studies. Professor Cheek leads the "Revisiting the Revolution" collaborative translation project, bringing Chinese scholarship on revolutionary history to English-speaking audiences. He is also working on a major project mapping Chinese statecraft from the Ming Dynasty to the present. Professor Cheek's scholarly output reveals consistent engagement with Chinese intellectual history and political development. His recent work shows increasing focus on contemporary China under Xi Jinping, examining ideological governance and the reassertion of party control. He maintains strong interest in the historical roots of current political developments, particularly through the lens of Mao-era political practices and their legacy. Among his notable recognitions: Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) in the Academy of Arts and Humanities (2023) Professor Cheek actively supervises graduate students, co-mentoring MA and PhD candidates in modern Chinese history with Dr. Jeremy Brown of Simon Fraser University. His research has been supported by multiple SSHRC grants, including a major 2014-2019 project on "Reading and Writing the Chinese Dream" examining public intellectuals in contemporary China. As Co-Director of the Centre for Chinese Research at UBC's Institute of Asian Research, Professor Cheek leads one of Canada's premier institutions for China studies, facilitating research collaborations between Canadian and Chinese scholars and supporting the "Revisiting the Revolution" translation project that brings Chinese historical scholarship to international audiences.

• 20th century Chinese history
• Chinese Communist Party history
• Chinese intellectuals
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Dr. Winnie Lem is a Professor in the Department of International Development Studies and Gender and Social Justice program at Trent University. Her research focuses on migration, transnationalism, citizenship, and political economy with a regional emphasis on Europe and Asia. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. Her academic work spans migration studies, urbanization, gender, and rural politics. Notable contributions include analyses of Chinese migrant entrepreneurs in France, militant populism in contemporary France, and the dialectics of migration. Lem has co-edited several volumes on migration and capitalism, including Migration Temporalities and Capitalism (2018) and Confronting Capital (2012). Lem teaches courses on global inequality, migration, and development studies. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary research through collaborations with institutions like the Canadian Anthropology Society. Her work often bridges anthropological theory with critical political economy frameworks, examining how global capitalism shapes migrant experiences and social structures. Her recent scholarship (2020) contextualizes the Gilets Jaunes movement within broader populist trends in France, while earlier work (2001–2009) explored labor dynamics in rural France and transnational migrant economies. Lem’s research emphasizes the intersection of class, gender, and ethnicity in migration narratives.

• Migration Studies
• Transnationalism
• Citizenship
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Paul Downes is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Toronto, with a focus on eighteenth- and nineteenth-century American literature and its intersection with political philosophy. He holds a BA from York University and a PhD from Cornell University. His research spans literature and political philosophy, Marxist theory, and environmental humanities, often analyzing canonical texts through critical theoretical frameworks. Education: BA, York University; PhD, Cornell University Fields of Interest: American Literature, Environmental Humanities, Literary and Critical Theory, Literature and Political Philosophy, Marxist Theory Downes’ research examines the relationship between literary works and political ideologies, particularly in early American literature. His recent work explores the politics and aesthetics of protection from the 18th to 21st centuries. His publications highlight themes of sovereignty, democracy, and ethical intervention in texts by authors like Herman Melville and Charles Brockden Brown. His journal articles and book chapters frequently bridge literary analysis with philosophical and political discourse. Notable trends in his publications include critical engagements with Thomas Hobbes’ theories in colonial contexts, the role of political theology in shaping early American narratives, and the interplay between democracy and terror in Gothic fiction. His work also interrogates energy ideologies in Melville’s Moby Dick and historical parallels between revolutionary texts and modern events. No scientific awards or honors were mentioned in the provided text. He has not explicitly listed any formal advisees or students in the available materials.

• American Literature
• Environmental Humanities
• Literary and Critical Theory
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Julian Weideman is a SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of History at the University of Toronto , focusing on the modern Middle East and North Africa . His research intersects themes of universities, political economy, Islamic thought , and colonialism . He holds a Ph.D. in History from Princeton University , an M.Phil. in Modern Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Oxford (Distinction), and a B.A. Honours in History with International Relations from the University of British Columbia . His scholarly work analyzes the interplay between colonialism and Islamic institutions in Tunisia, particularly through studies of student housing reforms , gender politics , and intellectual memory . Recent articles explore the French Empire's limits , Zaytuna University politics, and Tahar Haddad's legacy under post-independence regimes. Scientific Awards: SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship Julian's publications reveal consistent engagement with colonial frameworks , Islamic modernity , and political reform discourses in North Africa. His work bridges micro-histories of institutions with macro-historical analysis of empire-building and decolonization.

• Empire & Colonialism
• Global & International History
• Law & Society
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Dr. Jarrett A. Carty is a Professor at the Liberal Arts College, Concordia University. His academic expertise spans early modern political thought, Reformation studies, and the history of science, with additional interests in ancient Greek philosophy and the history of astronomy. Education: BA/MA (Carleton University), MA/PhD (University of Notre Dame) His research focuses on intersections between political philosophy and theological concepts, particularly in early modern European contexts. He teaches foundational courses in political thought and the history of science, covering figures like Martin Luther, Renaissance ideologies, and Enlightenment-era developments. Recent work includes an analysis of wretchedness in Pascal's Pensées , reflecting his interest in moral philosophy and human suffering. While no awards are listed, his academic profile integrates teaching, research, and community engagement as an Anglican chaplain serving urban shelters.

• Early Modern Political Thought
• Reformation Studies
• History of Science
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Nevin Reda serves as Associate Professor of Muslim Studies and Director of the Muslim Studies program (MPS) at Emmanuel College, Victoria University within the University of Toronto. Her academic leadership spans Qur'anic scholarship, Islamic legal theory, and interfaith education, with active teaching in courses such as Surat al-Baqara, Islamic Law, and Bible-Qur'an Dialogue. Her educational foundation includes: BSc, Cairo University (1989) MA, University of Toronto (2003) PhD, University of Toronto (2010) Dr. Reda's research centers on Qur'anic poetics and narrative structure, integrating literary theory, Islamic spiritual care, and Biblical Hebrew studies. She pioneers spiritually integrative approaches to Islamic ethical-legal theory (uṣūl al-fiqh) and develops interreligious pedagogies that bridge theological divides. Her work critically engages gender justice, domestic violence interpretations, and democratic theology through Qur'anic exegesis, emphasizing contextual hermeneutics and feminist perspectives. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2024-2010) reveals dominant trends in Qur'anic narrative analysis, gender-ethics intersections in Islamic law, and postcolonial interfaith dialogue frameworks. Key subfields include spiritually integrative readings of verse 4:34, reform of uṣūl al-fiqh for marriage ethics, and comparative Torah-Qur'an exegesis, demonstrating consistent methodological innovation across disciplines. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. As MPS Director, Dr. Reda mentors graduate students in Muslim Studies while advancing curriculum development for intercultural theological education. Her scholarly output—including two monographs and collaborations with institutions like Women and Memory Forum—reflects sustained research leadership, though specific grant details remain unreported. Current projects focus on Qur'anic structure theory and decolonizing epistemologies in religious studies.

• Qur'anic Studies
• Islamic Ethics and Law (Usul al-Fiqh)
• Interreligious Pedagogy
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Hans-Martin Jaeger is an Associate Professor and Chair in the Department of Political Science at Carleton University. He holds a Diploma in Public Administration from the University of Konstanz, an MA from Rutgers, and a PhD from Columbia. His research explores international political theory and sociology, global governance, international organizations, and postfoundational political thought. Jaeger is currently working on a book project examining concepts of world order (nomos, governmentality, pluriversality) as responses to global crises. His publications critically analyze topics such as post-neoliberal governmentality, political ontology, and the depoliticization of global governance. Jaeger has taught as a visiting professor at the University of Lucerne and previously at the University of Central Florida.

• Critical International Relations Theory
• Global Governance
• International Organizations
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Kurtis Boyer (Michif/Métis) is an Assistant Professor and Research Chair in Métis Governance and Policy at the University of Saskatchewan 's Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School . A political scientist specializing in Indigenous governance and political psychology, he holds a PhD from Lund University (2018), an MA from the University of Northern British Columbia, and a BA in International Studies (minor in Indigenous Studies) from the University of Saskatchewan. Focuses on Indigenous politics, self-governance, constitutional reform, and political behavior Advises Métis governments and testified before Canada's Standing Senate Committee on Indigenous Peoples Recipient of prestigious awards including the Alphonsine Lafond – Tom Molloy Memorial Fellowship (2024) and SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021) His research examines Métis/Indigenous governance structures, policy analysis, and epistemic injustice in nation-building processes. Current work includes a monograph Autocracy of Empathy: Our Relations Beyond the Polis (under contract, Sydney University Press). Scientific Awards Alphonsine Lafond – Tom Molloy Memorial Fellowship (2024) SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2024) SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021) Dr. Boyer's publications span topics like Indigenous models of mind, epistemic injustice, and environmental politics. He actively supervises graduate students in Métis governance research.

• Indigenous Governance
• Political Psychology
• Métis Studies
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Guy Azebové Tetang is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Law of the University of Montreal, specializing in comparative constitutional law with a focus on sub-Saharan Africa. His research explores the interplay between constitutional 'standards' (universalism) and 'localisms' (relativism), particularly in Francophone Africa. He holds a PhD from the University of Montreal (2023), supervised by Professors Jean-François Gaudreault-Desbiens and Pierre Noreau. Education: Doctor of Law (PhD), Université de Montréal (2023). Research Interests: Constitutional transplants, African political imaginaries, legal hybridity, postcolonial constitutionalism, and the tension between global legal norms and local practices. His work analyzes how African states navigate constitutional borrowing from Western models while reinterpreting them through local contexts. Key themes include constitutional polymorphism, legal reappropriation, and the 'constitutional threshold' as a space of cultural negotiation. Notable Achievements: 2024 AHJUCAF Special Mention Prize (for doctoral thesis), exceptional mention for thesis defense (2023), and Pierre Noreau/Jean-François Gaudreault-Desbiens doctoral scholarship (2016). His publications include chapters in *From One Threshold to Another* (2017) and *Secrets of States* (2017), exploring constitutional dynamics in Africa and Canada. He has presented at conferences such as *Les après-midis de la Justice* (2022) and the CRDP Young Researchers' Lunchtime Conferences (2020), discussing topics like Cameroon's social justice challenges and judicial power excess. Current Affiliations: CRDP (Centre de recherche en droit public), where he contributes to research groups on law and new social relations. His work intersects with legal pedagogy, interdisciplinary collaboration, and global justice studies.

• Comparative Constitutional Law
• African Legal Systems
• Constitutional Borrowing
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Ted McCormick is Professor of History at Concordia University's School of Irish Studies, specializing in early modern British/Irish/Atlantic history and the history of science. His award-winning research explores demographic thought, colonial governance, and scientific projects in the 17th-18th century Atlantic world. McCormick holds a PhD from Columbia University and has held fellowships at the Huntington Library, University of Sydney, and Irish research institutions. His research examines how scientific knowledge and economic thought shaped colonial policies, population management, and technological projects. Current work focuses on mechanical inventions in colonial contexts through his SSHRC-funded project 'Engines of Division'. Recent publications analyze food systems, projecting cultures, and knowledge-power relationships in early modernity. McCormick teaches courses on early modern Britain/Ireland, scientific revolution, and Enlightenment thought. He mentors graduate researchers studying colonial knowledge systems, scientific networks, and cross-cultural encounters. Honors include two John Ben Snow Prizes for monographs on political arithmetic and demographic thought.

• Early Modern History
• Intellectual History
• History of Science
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Ian McAdam is a Professor in the English Department at the University of Lethbridge, where he has taught early modern English literature and introductory courses since 1995. His scholarship focuses on Renaissance drama, particularly Shakespeare and Marlowe, with institutional recognition through the 2009 Distinguished Teaching Award. His educational trajectory includes: BA (English, Honors) from the University of Victoria MA (English) from the University of Toronto PhD (English) from Dalhousie University (thesis on Christopher Marlowe) McAdam's research centers on early modern masculinity, examining how Reformation theology shaped gender identity and how magic functioned as a cultural discourse. He employs psychoanalytic frameworks to analyze self-fashioning in Shakespeare, Milton, and Jacobean drama, while exploring intersections with witchcraft, religious psychology, and seventeenth-century poetry. His expertise spans textual analysis, historical theology, and gender theory within Renaissance contexts. His publication history (1995–2015) reveals evolving scholarly priorities: initial work on Marlowe's identity construction expanded into comparative studies of magic across playwrights (Jonson, Greene), then matured into theological examinations of masculinity in Shakespeare and Milton. Recurring themes include religious conflict in domestic tragedies, satirical treatments of alchemy, and the psychological dimensions of gender performance. Key honors include: Roma Gill Award (Second-place, 1999-2000) for The Irony of Identity University of Lethbridge Distinguished Teaching Award (2009) McAdam has authored two monographs: The Irony of Identity: Self and Imagination in the Drama of Christopher Marlowe (1999) and Magic and Masculinity in Early Modern English Drama (2009). His extensive article corpus demonstrates rigorous engagement with primary texts and theoretical frameworks, consistently advancing understandings of gender, religion, and power in Renaissance literature.

• Early modern masculinity
• Renaissance magic and witchcraft
• Shakespeare studies
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Catherine Higgs is a Professor in the Department of History and Sociology at the University of British Columbia Okanagan campus. Her research focuses on Southern Africa , Portuguese colonialism , and Atlantic World histories, with emphasis on activism , labor , political history , and women's movements . She teaches courses on African commodities, British and Portuguese colonialism, and contemporary world history. Education: PhD, MPhil, MA (Yale University); BA Honours (Queen’s University) Her research examines intersections of colonial policy , labor exploitation , and transnational activism , including works on cocoa slavery in São Tomé and Príncipe, African nuns' resistance during apartheid, and South African political figures like D.D.T. Jabavu. She has received grants from the National Humanities Center and Rockefeller Foundation . Scientific awards include the 2024 Sol T. Plaatje Translation Award for her role in publishing D.D.T. Jabavu’s travelogue. As a graduate supervisor, she mentors students in African studies and labor history. She served as Head of her department from 2015-2020 and previously taught at the University of Tennessee, University of Nebraska at Kearney, and Rollins College.

• Southern African History
• Portuguese Colonialism
• Atlantic World Studies
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