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Prof. Dr. Eva Spies is a Professor for the Study of Religion with Focus on Africa at the University of Bayreuth within the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences . She holds a PhD in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Mainz and leads the Research Section Moralities in the Africa Multiple Cluster of Excellence (EXC 2052). Key Roles : Principal Investigator, Bayreuth International Graduate School of African Studies (BIGSAS) Vice Dean of Research Co-founder, German Association for the Study of Religion's Africa working group Research Interests span religious plurality, development cooperation, and transformative practices. She coined the concept of religious engineering to analyze how religious resources shape social/political worlds. Regional expertise in Niger/West Africa and Madagascar/Indian Ocean , with focus on: South-South mission Religion and pandemic response Intercultural hermeneutics Epistemological conflicts Material culture in development Projects : Africa Multiple Cluster of Excellence (2025): "Religious engineering. The making of moralities, development and religion in Niger" Humboldt Research Hub (2021): "Fighting pandemics with religion?" (with Moi University and University of Zimbabwe) Education : PhD in Cultural Anthropology, University of Mainz

• Religious plurality
• Contemporary Christianity in Africa
• Religion and development cooperation
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Dr. Guido Hunze serves as Senior Academic Councillor (Akademischer Oberrat) at the Institute for Religious Education and Pastoral Theology within the Catholic Theological Faculty of Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster since December 2012. He holds state teaching authorization for Catholic Religious Education at secondary levels and has been actively involved in teacher education and curriculum development. 1991-1997: Studied Physics, Catholic Theology, and Pedagogy at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn 1997: First State Examination for Teaching (Sek. II/I) in Physics and Catholic Religious Education 2006: Doctorate (Dr. theol.) at Catholic Theological Faculty of University of Bonn 2005: First State Examination for Teaching (Sek. II) in Pedagogy Dr. Hunze's research focuses on innovative approaches to religious education, particularly through video analysis methodologies. His work emphasizes inclusive religious teaching practices, creation theology in dialogue with natural sciences, and religious education for sustainable development. He explores how digital technologies transform religious pedagogy while maintaining theological depth, examining how students experience religious learning in contemporary contexts. His scholarship bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications. His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on contemporary challenges in religious education, with increasing attention to digital transformation, diversity, and sustainability. The trajectory shows evolution from traditional religious pedagogy toward more interdisciplinary approaches integrating video analysis, inclusive education, and ecological theology. His work increasingly addresses how religious education can respond to societal crises and digital transformation while maintaining theological integrity. As an academic leader, Dr. Hunze serves as faculty advisor for teacher education programs, coordinates practical semesters for religious education students, and moderates training for the implementation of confessional-cooperative religious education in the Diocese of Münster. He has contributed significantly to textbook development for Catholic religious education in German schools. Dr. Hunze leads the TheoTVIST videography team and previously directed the GRUVI project, which develops fundamental competencies for religious education through video analysis of classroom instruction. These initiatives represent his commitment to evidence-based approaches to religious pedagogy and teacher development.

• Religious Education
• Didactics of Religious Education
• Video Analysis in Education
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Professor Antje Roggenkamp serves as Professor of Practical Theology with a focus on Religious Education at the Protestant Theological Faculty of the University of Münster. She chairs the Seminar for Practical Theology and Religious Education, where she leads groundbreaking research on religious education, praxeology, and material culture in religious contexts. Her scholarly work bridges historical analysis with contemporary educational challenges in increasingly pluralistic societies. Professor Roggenkamp's educational foundation includes studies in Protestant theology, Romance studies, education, and psychology across multiple institutions including the University of Münster, the Sorbonne (Paris 4), and the Georg-August University of Göttingen. She completed her doctoral research on 'The Protestant André Gide and the Bible' (1987-1991) and her Habilitation on 'Religionspädagogik als Praktische Theologie. Zur Entstehung der Religionspädagogik in Kaiserreich und Weimarer Republik' (2000), establishing her expertise in the historical development of religious education as an academic discipline. Her research interests span multiple interconnected domains: material religion studies examining how physical objects and spaces shape religious understanding; praxeological approaches to practical theology investigating religious practices in everyday contexts; theologizing with children and young people focusing on religious concept development; transnational religious education comparing German and French approaches to secularism; and religious cooperative didactics addressing stereotypes and prejudices in interfaith learning. Her scholarship consistently connects theoretical frameworks with practical educational applications, particularly in contexts of religious diversity. Professor Roggenkamp's recent publications reveal a clear trajectory toward material religion studies, with increasing emphasis on how artifacts mediate religious experiences and learning processes. Her work demonstrates sophisticated integration of historical analysis with contemporary educational challenges, particularly through innovative approaches like 'Digitorials' for theological reflection. She examines positional awareness and power dynamics in interreligious contexts, addressing how educators can navigate complex identity formations in religious learning environments. Scientific Society for Theology ISREV (International Seminar on Religious Education and Values) European Academy of Religion Society for Scientific Religious Education Working Group for Empirical Religious Research Professor Roggenkamp currently leads several significant research initiatives including the DFG-funded network 'Gegenstände religiöser Bildung und Praxis – Funktion und Gebrauch von materiellen Objekten und Artefakten in exemplarischen Räumen' (2021-2026), which brings together scholars from multiple disciplines to explore how material culture contributes to religious education processes. She also directs 'Interreligiöses Lernen an der Evangelischen Gesamtschule Gelsenkirchen' (2021-2023) and the 'Ökumenisch-Interreligiöse Forscherwerkstatt' (since 2017), both focused on developing practical frameworks for religious education across faith traditions. Her upcoming participation in the European Academy of Religion conference in Vienna (July 2025) demonstrates her ongoing scholarly engagement across international contexts.

• Religious education
• Praxeology
• Scientific theory
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Dr. Christian Peters is an Associate Professor of Church History at the University of Münster , leading the Institute for Westphalian Church History and the Münster Research Centre for Pietism . His scholarly contributions focus on the evolution of Reformation-era theology , Pietist movements , and territorial church governance from the 16th to 18th centuries. Peters' research spans 21st-century church historiography , confessional text analysis , and regional Protestant developments . His recent publications explore Westphalian church orders , Reformation jubilees , and early modern liturgical materials , with a particular emphasis on Lutheran and Reformed interplay and territorial identity formation . His editorial work includes the Yearbook for Westphalian Church History (2018-2024), reflecting his role in academic publishing and interdisciplinary collaboration . Peters has also contributed extensively to lexicographic entries in Die Religion in Geschichte und Gegenwart and Luther Handbuch , focusing on Reformation figures and confessional doctrines .

• Church History
• Reformation
• Pietism
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Stefanie Pfister is an Associate Professor in the Department of Practical Theology and Religious Education at the University of Münster, appointed in January 2019. She concurrently serves as a secondary school teacher for Protestant religious education, German, and sports since February 2015. Her academic background includes a Doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Dortmund (2008), First and Second State Examinations in Protestant Theology (2002, 2008), and studies in Protestant Theology, German Studies, and Sports Science at Dortmund (1998–2002). Prior appointments include Acting Professor at TU Dortmund (2012–2015), Lecturer roles at TU Dortmund and University of Duisburg-Essen (2011–2015), and Research Assistant at WWU Münster (2010–2012). Professor Pfister’s research centers on religious education development in German secondary schools, Protestant curriculum design for Sekundarstufe I, sociological analysis of Messianic Judaism in Germany, and foundational religious pedagogy. Her work integrates empirical classroom experience with theological scholarship, emphasizing practical applications for diverse student populations. Her publications examine historical-religious education frameworks in Realschulen and Messianic Jewish communities, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with sociology, theology, and educational policy. Recent outputs include updated editions addressing contemporary religious pluralism in German schools. She received the Teaching Award for Outstanding Commitment to Teaching at TU Dortmund in 2014. Professional memberships include: Society for Scientific Religious Education Working group 'Week of Brotherhood' (Sendenhorst) Society for Christian-Jewish Cooperation Münster Association of Protestant Educators (aeed) Professor Pfister contributes to curriculum development through the MSW Soest committee (since 2010) and maintains active outreach via her 'My religion' platform and Instagram presence. Her advisory work focuses on teacher training and interfaith dialogue initiatives.

• Religious Education
• Protestant Religious Education
• Sociology of Religion
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Dr. Martin Illert serves as an Adjunct Professor (Apl. Prof.) at the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg's Faculty of Theology, specifically within the Seminar for Eastern Church Studies. His academic journey includes a Doctorate (1997) and Habilitation (2015) in Eastern Church Studies, focusing on theological dialogues between the Evangelical Church in Germany (EKD) and Orthodox Patriarchates since 1959. He has held teaching positions since 2014 and became a Privatdozent in 2016. Additionally, he was appointed an Adjunct Professor at the Lviv Theological Academy in 2016. Current roles include Programme Executive for the Faith and Order Commission at the World Council of Churches (Geneva) and teaching at the Ecumenical Institute Bossey since August 2024. Prior roles include leadership at the EKD's Department for Orthodoxy and Ecumenism (2012–2019) and editorial work for the Ecumenical Review (2014–2019). Research interests encompass Eastern Christian theology, ecumenical dialogues, patristics, and church history with a focus on Balkan and Slavic religious contexts. Major works include studies on John Chrysostom, Bogomilism, and bilateral Orthodox-Protestant dialogues. His awards include the Priest’s Cross from the Ethiopian and Serbian Orthodox Churches (2016), the Gold Medal from Yerevan State University (2017), and the Ehrenplakette from Arad University (2023). He has contributed to academic projects like the "Bogomilism in History and the Present" initiative funded by Bulgaria's Ministry of Education. Publications span monographs, edited volumes, and over 100 articles in journals like ThLZ , Eastern Church Studies , and Revista Teologia . Key projects include co-editing the Eastern Church Identities series and serving on editorial boards for theological journals.

• Eastern Church Studies
• Orthodox Theology
• Ecumenical Studies
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Prof. Carmen Meinert holds the Chair for Central Asian Religions at Ruhr University Bochum's Center for Religious Studies (CERES), a unique position in German academia. She specializes in Buddhist Studies, Tibetan Studies, and Sinology, focusing on Central Asian religions' systematic development through international cooperation. Deputy Director of CERES and Principal Investigator of the ERC-funded BuddhistRoad project, her research integrates fragmented disciplines into comparative religious frameworks, emphasizing Central Asia's historical and cultural crossroads. Education: Studied at Universities of Bonn, Hamburg, Peking, Sichuan (Chengdu), Vienna, and the Institute of Advanced Study in Essen. Previously held roles as lecturer, substitute professor, and Visiting Research Fellow at the Käte Hamburger Kolleg. Research interests include medieval Buddhist transmission across Central Asia, tantric traditions, manuscript studies (e.g., Dunhuang, Kharakhoto), and contemporary issues like Buddhism and human rights, environmental/climate change. She co-edits the Climate and Culture series and leads projects on metaphors of religion (CRC 1475) and Dzogchen textual history. Publications focus on Buddhist networks, tantric rituals, environmental studies, and comparative religious dynamics. Recent works include Buddhism in Central Asia III (2023) and contributions to Brill’s Dynamics in the History of Religions series. Labs/Teams: Leads CERES research projects, collaborates with international networks, and coordinates the BuddhistRoad initiative. Her work bridges philological rigor with broader cultural and environmental contexts.

• Central Asian Religions
• Buddhist Studies
• Tibetan Studies
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Prof. Dr. Sabine Panzram is Professor of Ancient History at the University of Hamburg's Faculty of Humanities, affiliated with the Department of History. Her academic trajectory includes a Staatsexamen from Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg and Universitat de Barcelona (1996), and a doctorate from Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster (2001) on Roman urban elites. She completed her habilitation at Universität Hamburg (2013) examining early Christian institutionalization in Hispania. Research interests center on: Urban transformations in Late Antique Iberia/North Africa Social power dynamics through historical anthropology Religious-political intersections in the Western Mediterranean Digital methodologies in ancient studies Reception of antiquity in early modern Europe Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on urban continuity/change, ecclesiastical power structures, and transregional comparisons between Hispania and North Africa, utilizing archaeological, epigraphic, and textual evidence. Awards and leadership roles include: Marie Curie Senior Fellowship (Casa de Velázquez, Madrid) Alexander von Humboldt Scouting recognition Corresponding Member of the German Archaeological Institute Director of DFG-funded centers: RomanIslam (comparative empire studies) and ATLAS (late antique urban atlas project) Extensive advising includes supervision of 8+ doctoral dissertations and 25+ master's theses on Roman urbanism, religious history, and provincial administration. Secured major grants from DFG, ANR/DFG, and Fritz Thyssen Stiftung supporting international collaborations. Leads research networks like Toletum for Iberian antiquity studies and coordinates interdisciplinary teams across European universities.

• Iberian Peninsula
• Urban Studies
• Social history of power
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Prof. Dr. Matthias Basedau is a leading academic in African studies and conflict analysis. He serves as Director of the GIGA Institute for African Affairs and Professor at the University of Hamburg (§ 17 Professur). His career spans roles as Head of GIGA's Violence and Security Programme (2005–2015), Visiting Professor at PRIO, and Research Fellow at GIGA since 2002. Education : Political Science, Psychology, Sociology at Heidelberg University; PhD in 2001. Research Interests : Resource conflicts, religion and violent conflict, civil-military relations, political institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. Recent Publications : Focus on oil sector governance, interreligious peace mechanisms, and foreign fighter mobilization. His work addresses key challenges in African countries like Mali, Niger, Chad, and Botswana, with projects funded by DFG, Volkswagen Foundation, and BMZ. He actively contributes to policy debates through media interviews and academic lectures.

• Political Science
• African Studies
• Conflict Analysis
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Ulrike Schultz is Professor of Development Sociology and Economics at the School of Social Sciences, Friedensau Adventist University, where she also serves as Vice Dean and Program Director for the M.A. International Social Sciences (Development Studies). She has a distinguished academic career spanning over three decades, with extensive research experience in Africa, particularly focusing on Sudan and South Sudan. Her educational background includes: 1981-1989: Studies of Economics and Sociology in Dublin, Marburg and Berlin 1989: Diploma in Economics 1995: Doctorate at the Faculty of Economics of FU Berlin on "Nomad Women in the City: The Survival Economy of Turkan Women in Lodwar/North Kenya" 2006: Habilitation in Sociology at FU Berlin Professor Schultz's research primarily focuses on development sociology, gender studies, and migration studies, with a regional specialization in Africa, particularly Sudan and South Sudan. Her work examines the intersection of ethnicity, gender, and nation-building in post-conflict contexts, with particular attention to return migration programs and translocal livelihoods. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Kenya's Turkana region and throughout Sudan, exploring themes of urbanization, gender relations, and economic strategies in challenging contexts. Her methodological approach often employs grounded theory and qualitative methods, emphasizing the importance of local perspectives in development research. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent engagement with themes of displacement, return migration, and translocal livelihoods in the Sudans. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to understanding how people navigate complex political transitions and build new forms of belonging in post-conflict settings. She has increasingly focused on the gendered dimensions of these processes, examining how women negotiate economic security and social status in rapidly changing environments. Her more recent work has also addressed the impact of global crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, on vulnerable communities in East Africa. Her notable contributions include: ASA-Stipendium der Carl Duisburg Gesellschaft for research on "Promotion of Women Groups in Turkana, Kenya" Frauenförderungsprogramm des Senats für Frauen und Arbeit, Berlin Professor Schultz has supervised numerous doctoral students, demonstrating her commitment to mentoring the next generation of scholars in development studies and related fields. Her research projects have often involved international collaboration, including partnerships with African universities and participation in Volkswagenstiftung-funded summer schools focusing on gender-sensitive research. She has also been actively involved in curriculum development for international development studies programs, reflecting her interest in how development expertise is produced and transmitted. Her current research focuses on "Ethnizität, Geschlecht und Nation Building im Kontext von Rückkehrprogrammen im Südsudan" (Ethnicity, Gender and Nation Building in the Context of Return Programs in South Sudan), continuing her long-term engagement with post-conflict reconstruction and social transformation in the region.

• Development Sociology
• Gender Studies
• Migration Studies
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Dr. Silvia Caprioglio Panizza is a philosopher working at the University of Tübingen's Philosophical Seminar as a Researcher on the DFG project 'Natural Badness.' She is also a Senior Researcher at Univerzita Pardubice's Centre for Ethics and an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at University College Dublin's School of Philosophy. Her research spans meta-ethics, moral psychology, and applied ethics, with a focus on animal ethics, environmental ethics, and bioethics. She specializes in feminist philosophy, philosophy of literature, translation, mysticism, and ancient philosophy (Greek, Roman, and Indian traditions). PhD in Philosophy (2016, University of East Anglia), thesis on attention and morality MA in Comparative Literature (University of Sussex) Laurea Specialistica and Triennale in English Literature (University of Genoa) Her work explores the intersection of moral philosophy and practical applications, particularly regarding human-animal relationships and eco-feminism. She is influenced by Iris Murdoch and Simone Weil, examining concepts like moral impossibility and attention. Recent projects include the MSCA MIGHT initiative on 'Moral Impossibility' and the AKTION Austria-CZ cooperation project on 'Contested Moral Framings.' Her publications and conferences highlight interdisciplinary approaches to ethics, including collaborations with the Government of Ireland's Department of Health, film consultant roles, and public engagement initiatives like the 'Eating Animals' debate. She serves as Associate Editor at The Journal of Ethics and is certified in university teaching and freediving.

• Meta-ethics
• Moral Psychology
• Applied Ethics
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Mirjam Zimmermann is a Professor of Protestant Theology, specializing in Religious Education and Subject Didactics at the University of Siegen, Faculty I. She holds an active academic position, supervises research assistants, and teaches a wide range of courses in religious education, including interreligious learning, biblical didactics, and digital teaching methods. Her work is deeply engaged with contemporary issues such as digitalization, ethics, and inclusion in religious education. Her research interests span Religious Education , Biblical Didactics , Interreligious Learning , Children's and Youth Theology , Digital Sacred Spaces , Ethics , and Inclusive Pedagogy . She emphasizes narrative learning, positionality in teaching, and the use of literature and media in religious instruction. Her teaching philosophy includes action orientation, production-based learning, and critical engagement with current societal issues like climate change and social justice. The recent publications (2025–2023) reflect a strong trend toward digital religious education , particularly the pedagogy of virtual sacred spaces, alongside continued focus on interreligious and interdenominational learning , children's theology , and ethical education . These works combine empirical research, didactic innovation, and theological reflection, often published in collaboration with colleagues and integrated into practical teaching contexts. While no formal scientific awards are listed in the provided texts, her extensive editorial and collaborative work, including contributions to the Scientific-Religious Education Lexicon (WiReLex) , underscores her scholarly impact. She actively mentors research assistants such as Dr. Steffi Fabricius and Benedict Totsche, and is involved in projects like kokoRU, though specific PhD or Master’s students are not named. She has no known grants mentioned, but her leadership in research projects implies grant-funded activities. Mirjam Zimmermann is affiliated with the Research Team on Religious Education and contributes to national and international academic discourse through publications, edited volumes, and participation in academic networks. Her work bridges theory and practice, aiming to make religious education relevant, inclusive, and critically engaged with contemporary challenges.

• Religious Education
• Biblical Didactics
• Interreligious Learning
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Dr. Franz Kogelmann is an academic coordinator at the Institute of African Studies, University of Bayreuth. He has held roles including Project Coordinator for DAAD-funded university partnerships in Tunisia/Egypt, Volkswagen Foundation project director, and Gerda Henkel Foundation scholar. His work focuses on Islamic law, foundations (waqf), and political Islam in Africa. Education : - Magister Artium (1991) in Social Anthropology, Islamic Studies, African Studies from University of Bayreuth - Doctorate in Islamic Studies (1997), supervised by Prof. Jamil Abun-Nasr at University of Bayreuth Research Interests : - Sharia debates and their societal impacts - Islamic endowments (waqf) in post-colonial states - Political Islam in Northern Nigeria and North Africa - Colonial legal systems and their legacies Grants & Partnerships : - Led multiple Volkswagen and Gerda Henkel Foundation projects (2003–2013) - Collaborative projects with Tunisian universities (since 2014) - DAAD Chance by Exchange program for transformative university partnerships Awards : - Gerda Henkel Foundation scholarships (2010–2013) - Volkswagen Foundation project leadership (2003–2009) Labs/Teams : - Co-edits Muslim-Christian Relations in Africa (with Oxford University) - Member of Africa Multiple Cluster of Excellence

• Islamic Law in Africa
• Islamic Foundations (Waqf)
• Political Islam
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Professor Susanne Rau serves as Professor for the History and Cultures of Spaces in Modern Times within the Department of History at the University of Erfurt's Faculty of Arts and Humanities. She holds multiple significant academic roles including Fellow and Spokesperson of the Kolleg Research Group at the Max Weber Center for Advanced Cultural and Social Studies, Program Supervisor for the Master's program in Collection-Related History of Knowledge and Culture, and Member of the Doctoral Committee of the Faculty of Philosophy since 2009. Her institutional leadership extends to coordinating Erasmus partnerships with universities across France, Spain, and Italy, and serving as contact person for university cooperation with Jamia Millia Islamia and Kannur University in India. Professor Rau's research establishes her as a pioneer in spatial history , with groundbreaking work on the intersections between urban development and religious practices . Her scholarship reveals sophisticated analysis of how spaces are constructed, perceived, and utilized across historical contexts, particularly examining European and South Asian urban centers. She has developed innovative frameworks for understanding urbanity as a historical concept , exploring how different cultures have conceptualized urban spaces through time. Her research on early modern European cities, especially Lyon and Hamburg, demonstrates exceptional attention to public spaces, tavern cultures, and spatial configurations that shaped social interactions. Her extensive publication record shows consistent methodological innovation, particularly in the spatial turn in historical scholarship . Recent work demonstrates increasing emphasis on comparative urban studies between European and South Asian contexts, with significant focus on Calicut (Kozhikode). Professor Rau has pioneered digital approaches to historical research through projects like the GlobMapLab , which uses computational tools to analyze historical cartographic collections, particularly the renowned Perthes collection in Gotha. Her collaborative work with the "Religion & Urbanity" research group represents a major contribution to understanding how religious practices both shape and are shaped by urban environments. 2023 Thuringian Research Prize (Basic Research) 2023 Palmes Académiques ("chevalier") 2021 Award for internationalization of the University of Erfurt 2018-2021 Distinguished Visiting Professorship at the École Normale supérieure de Lyon 2017 Gay-Lussac Humboldt Prize of the French Academy of Sciences 2017 "Geisteswissenschaften International" Prize for promoting humanities translation 2015 Vienna Prize for urban history research 2009 Heisenberg Professorship of the German Research Foundation 2008 Young Talent Award from the Alfried Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach Foundation As an academic leader, Professor Rau has directed substantial research initiatives including the "Religion & Urbanity" collaborative research group funded by the German Research Foundation, and previously served as Vice President for Research and Young Talent Development at the University of Erfurt (2014-2017). She has secured funding from prestigious organizations including the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, German Research Foundation, and various European funding bodies. Her editorial leadership extends to co-editing the SpatioTemporality series with De Gruyter and serving on multiple journal editorial boards, significantly shaping scholarly discourse in urban and spatial history. Professor Rau leads the Erfurt SpaceTime Research group, which develops innovative methodological approaches to spatial and temporal analysis in humanities research. Her GlobMapLab initiative represents a cutting-edge integration of digital humanities with traditional historical methods, enabling new forms of analysis of historical cartographic materials. Through her extensive international collaborations spanning France, India, and Italy, she has established herself as a key figure in global scholarly networks focused on urban history, spatial analysis, and cross-cultural historical studies.

• Urban History
• Spatial History
• History of Historiography
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Anica Rossmoeller is a Junior Researcher and Coordinator for the Franco-German study program International and European Governance at the Institute for Political Science (University of Münster). She specializes in India's role in international relations, environmental policy localization, and the intersection of faith-based actors with sustainable development goals. Her work integrates postcolonial perspectives and norm diffusion processes. Education: Master of Arts in International Relations (2011–2013), Catholic University Eichstätt-Ingolstadt Bachelor of Arts & Licence in Franco-German Studies (2008–2011), University of Bonn and Université Paris Sorbonne Research Focus: India as a global actor in environmental governance, faith-based sustainability strategies, and localization of UN SDGs. Her doctoral research examines the role of Hinduism, Christianity, and Islam in ecological transformation in India. Teaching: Introduction to Global Governance Research Introduction to Sustainability in India Internship coordination for International and European Governance students Conference Contributions & Organization: Active in organizing panels on religion and sustainability (e.g., European Academy of Religion 2021). Presented at venues like the ISA Annual Conference (2023) and Max Weber Stiftung events in India. Blog Engagement: Regular contributor to the ZIN blog, discussing intercultural sustainability, Delhi air quality, and faith-based environmental cooperation.

• International Relations
• Environmental Governance
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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