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Bart D. Ehrman is the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His work focuses on New Testament textual criticism, early Christian apocrypha, and the historical Jesus. Ehrman holds a Ph.D. (1985) and M.Div. (1981) from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a B.A. (1978) from Wheaton College. His research explores the evolution of early Christian texts, the role of forgery in ancient polemics, and the intersection of religion with social history. Notable publications include How Jesus Became God , Misquoting Jesus , and God’s Problem , many of which have appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. Ehrman has received awards such as the Religious Liberty Award (2011) and the Bowman and Gordon Gray Professorship (1998–2001). He teaches courses on the New Testament, early Christian apocrypha, and textual criticism, and has produced numerous online lectures and media appearances. His current projects include a study on millenarianism ( Expecting Armageddon ) and advocacy through his Biblical Studies Academy.

• New Testament Studies
• Early Christian Apocrypha
• Historical Jesus
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Giuliano D'Amico is a Professor of Nordic Literature and Center Director at the University of Oslo . He has held academic positions at NTNU and Volda University College between 2012-2023, with earlier roles as Lecturer at University of Milan and University of Turin . His career includes a Ph.D. in General Literature (2008-2010) and research stays at Ca' Foscari University , University of Strasbourg , and others. Education: Ph.D. in General Literature, University of Oslo (2008-2010) Research stays at University of Turin (2008-2010), University of Palermo (2010), and other institutions His research focuses on Nordic literature (1800-present) , particularly Henrik Ibsen , examined through international reception studies , translation analysis , and copyright history . He has pioneered the integration of Western esotericism as a literary analytical category, with 2020 monograph on Nordic retrogardism and Håkan Sandell's poetry. Current projects include a book on spectrality in Ibsen's plays . His publications span 15+ years , covering Ibsen's Peer Gynt through occult and conspiracy lens, Hamsun's forgery themes, and comparative analysis of Nordic authors' reception in Italy, France, Germany, and Scotland . Articles appear in European Journal of Scandinavian Studies , Correspondences , and Cambridge University Press publications. As academic leader: Head of Center for Ibsen Studies (2023-2027) Co-editor of Ibsen Studies journal since 2018 Secretary of International Ibsen Committee (2018-2020, 2023-2027) Teaching coordinator for Center for Ibsen studies (2018-2020) He teaches Ibsen Studies (master's program) with courses on text-performance analysis, modern drama, and practical Ibsen studies. Research groups: Book history and reception group Founding member of ESOSTETICS (Esotericism and Aesthetics in Nordic countries) Projects: Co-investigator in Made Abroad: Producing Norwegian World Literature in a Time of Rupture, 1900-50 (National Library of Norway) Participant in NORNE (Norwegian Romantic Nationalisms research)

• Nordic Literature
• Ibsen Studies
• Reception Studies
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Dr. Celeste McNamara is an Assistant Professor in Early Modern European History at Dublin City University's School of History and Geography. Her research focuses on early modern Italy, particularly the history of the Catholic Church, gender dynamics, crime, and Venetian society. She holds a PhD from Northwestern University (2013) and has taught at institutions including SUNY Cortland and the University of Warwick. Her work examines intersections between religious reform, social control, and cultural practices in early modern Europe. Current research includes a project on the control of illicit sexuality in 16th–18th century Venice, funded by the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation. She authored The Bishop's Burden: Reforming the Catholic Church in Early Modern Italy (2020) and contributes to peer-reviewed journals and book chapters. Her scholarship addresses topics such as clerical misconduct, popular piety, and the role of violence in maintaining social order. Dr. McNamara's academic background includes extensive study of regional case studies like Genoa, Padua, and the Veneto. She engages with both ecclesiastical archives and cultural artifacts to explore how religious institutions shaped daily life, gender roles, and communal identity during this transformative period.

• Early Modern Europe
• Early Modern Italy
• Catholic Church History
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Årstein Justnes is a Professor of Biblical Studies at the University of Agder's Department of Religion, Philosophy and History. He holds a Dr. theol. (2007), cand. mag. (1999), and cand. theol. (1994). His academic leadership roles include Vice Dean (2017–2019), Acting Dean (2017), and Head of Department (2007–2011). Research focuses on Dead Sea Scrolls provenance, manuscript forgery, digital humanities, and ancient languages. Key projects include the Toppforsk-funded 'The Lying Pen of Scribes' (2019–2024), analyzing unprovenanced fragments and forgery networks. He developed the Post-2002 Dead Sea Scrolls Database and published extensively on provenance ethics and forgery detection. Teaching includes courses on sacred texts, world religions, and biblical theology. His mindfulness training (MBSR, 2012) informs work-life balance initiatives. Collaborations span global institutions, including National Geographic investigations into Museum of the Bible forgeries. Professional membership includes Society of Biblical Literature, European Association of Biblical Studies, and Norwegian Non-Fiction Writers' Association. Recent activities include podcast series on Dead Sea Scrolls mysteries and public lectures on artifact authenticity.

• Dead Sea Scrolls Studies
• Manuscript Forgery
• Provenance Research
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Hadrien Dami is a Researcher at the Institute of Reformation History within the Faculty of Arts at the University of Geneva . Since August 2019, he has focused on 17th-century European print culture , particularly Geneva's editorial reputation in navigating religious books and forbidden texts . His work bridges book history , cultural communication , and confessional dynamics through archival research and textual analysis. Research Interests : Genevan printing as a transnational media hub Confessional publishing strategies and censorship False imprints and counterfeit book networks Biographical approaches to printers and authors Political information dissemination before newspapers Article Trends (2023–2025): 2025: Analysis of Arconati Lamberti and the Chouet dynasty 2024: Studies on anonymous pamphlets and Mercure François counterfeits 2023: Typographic addresses as confessional markers Teaching : 2023–2024: “Prints in the Arena” (BA level) 2022–2023: “In Cologne, at Pierre Marteau’s” (BA level) 2021–2022: “Publishing/Censoring Opinions” (BA level) 2020–2021: Co-taught “Bad Thoughts” (MA level)

• Book History
• Publishing
• Cultural Communication
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Idan Dershowitz is a Senior Lecturer at the Australian Centre for Jewish Civilisation (ACJC) at Monash University, joining in 2024. Previously, he served as a Junior Fellow at the Harvard Society of Fellows, Director of the School of Jewish Theology, and Chair of Hebrew Bible at the University of Potsdam. His research focuses on the evolution of biblical religion, editorial techniques of ancient scribes, and AI-driven analysis of ancient texts. He has authored influential works such as The Dismembered Bible and The Valediction of Moses . Research interests include biblical editorial processes, textual criticism, and the application of computational methods to study ancient manuscripts. He has been featured in media discussions on biblical discoveries, including debates over the authenticity of the Shapira Scrolls. Awards: Harvard Society of Fellows Junior Fellowship Advising: Accepting PhD students His work bridges biblical studies with digital humanities, offering new insights into the formation and transmission of sacred texts.

• Biblical Studies
• Ancient Text Analysis
• History of Religion
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Amal Al-Shargabi is a Senior Lecturer in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence at the School of Computer Science and Informatics, part of the Faculty of Computing, Engineering, and Media at De Montfort University (UK). Previously, she served as an Associate Professor at Qassim University (Saudi Arabia). She holds a PhD in Information Technology and Quantitative Sciences from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia, along with a Master's in Computer Science (awarded excellence) and a Bachelor's in Computer Science. Education: PhD in Information Technology and Quantitative Sciences, UiTM, Malaysia Master's Degree in Computer Science, UiTM, Malaysia Bachelor Degree in Computer Science Research Interests: Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence (including Generative AI), Deep Learning, and their applications in real-world problems such as healthcare, education, and environmental management. She also explores empirical software engineering and data analytics. Research Trends in Publications: Her work focuses on AI-driven solutions for healthcare monitoring (e.g., elderly health), energy efficiency in arid climates, GAN-based generative models, and ethical AI in academia. Recent studies also address assistive technologies like Saudi Sign Language translation and Quranic speech recognition. Awards: Invention, Innovation and Design Exhibition (IIDX’16) Award, Malaysia (2016) Three Minute Thesis (3MT’16) Award, Malaysia (2016) Student-led projects under her supervision have won awards in Saudi Arabia, including Takaful and AI Challenge prizes. Advising & Grants: Research grants include projects on health monitoring via IoT, ethical considerations of ChatGPT/BARD, and solar panel energy optimization. Internally funded projects at Qassim University addressed noise pollution, COVID-19 diagnosis via AI, and job recommendation systems. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Institute of Artificial Intelligence (IAI) at DMU. Collaborates with institutions like Qassim University on interdisciplinary projects.

• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Deep Learning
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Dr. Maura Ives is an Associate Professor of English and Director of the Center of Digital Humanities Research at Texas A&M University. Her research focuses on 19th-century British literature, digital humanities, and the history of the book, with a specialization in Victorian women writers like Christina Rossetti and Jean Ingelow. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia (1990) and has authored seminal works such as Christina Rossetti: A Descriptive Bibliography (2011). Her research interests include textual studies, women’s religious writing, and the intersection of print and digital media. Notable achievements include the Fredson Bowers Award (2012) and fellowships from the Bibliographical Society of America and Princeton University Library. Education: Ph.D., University of Virginia, 1990 M.A., University of Virginia, 1984 B.A., Bethany College, 1982 Ives’ publications explore Victorian literary celebrity, material culture, and digital humanities pedagogy. Her work bridges traditional bibliography and modern digital methodologies, emphasizing archival discovery and interdisciplinary collaboration. She directs initiatives in digital humanities at Texas A&M, fostering innovative research and teaching practices. Awards: Fredson Bowers Award, Bibliographical Society (UK), 2012 Elmer L. Andersen Research Fellow, University of Minnesota Library, 2012 Labs/Teams: Director of Texas A&M’s Center for Digital Humanities and New Media.

• 19th Century British Literature
• Digital Humanities
• History of the Book
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Erin Benay is an Associate Professor of Art History, Director of Undergraduate Studies, and Distinguished Scholar in the Public Humanities at Case Western Reserve University. Her research focuses on early modern Italian art and global cultural exchanges, particularly between India and Europe. She holds a Ph.D. from Rutgers University (2009) and has taught at SUNY Oswego and Marlboro College before joining CWRU in 2012. Her work bridges academic scholarship with community engagement through initiatives like the Baroque Without Boundaries digital project and the Graduate Certificate in Public Humanities . Her key publications include Italy by Way of India: Translating Art and Devotion in the Early Modern World (2021), exploring Indian-European artistic exchanges, and Exporting Caravaggio (2017), analyzing art mobility. She co-founded Engaged Art History , an organization promoting community-based methodologies. Recent projects include the Pressing Matters grant supporting printmaking workshops for Cleveland teens and co-curating exhibitions at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Benay has received multiple grants including NEH fellowships and the Samuel H. Kress Grant. She was awarded the John S. Diekhoff Award for graduate teaching excellence (2017). Her research and teaching emphasize global perspectives, material culture, and public-facing scholarship. Professional service includes roles at the Currier Museum of Art and Morgan Library. Upcoming projects include a 2024-25 exhibition on Karamu House prints, highlighting African-American art in the Midwest.

• Early Modern Art (1400-1700)
• Global Art Circulation
• Art Collecting Histories
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Mireia Movellán Luis is a Professor in the Department of Classical Philology at the Universitat de València, Faculty of Philology, Translation and Communication. She is a member of the GIRLC Research Group on the Reception of Classical Literatures. Her academic foundation includes a Doctorate in Ancient World Studies from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, a Master’s in Classical Philology from UAM, and undergraduate degrees in History (UAB) and Classical Philology (UB). Her research centers on Latin Philology and the reception of classical literature, particularly focusing on pseudo-historical and forged texts from antiquity. Key areas include the Ephemeris belli Troiani of Dictys of Crete, hagiographic narratives such as the Lives of Saints Pelagia and Mary of Egypt, and the evolution of mythological motifs like the dream of the pregnant mother or the Perseus-Medusa myth. She investigates how narrative authority is constructed through strategies like the 'found manuscript' topos and how classical myths are reinterpreted across time, including in modern media like Hollywood films and video games. Her recent publications (2011–2022) reflect a consistent engagement with themes of historiography, literary forgery, and cultural reception. Notable works examine the genealogical structure of the Ephemeris, the figure of Medea as a 'femme fatale', and Achilles in contemporary war cinema. Her research demonstrates a diachronic approach, bridging ancient texts with their later interpretations. She has collaborated on publications with scholars such as Javier Martinez and Juan Piquero, contributing to edited volumes and conference proceedings. Her work appears in journals and collections related to classical studies, historiography, and literary reception.

• Latin Philology
• Classical Reception
• Ancient History
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Travis Proctor serves as Associate Professor of Religion at Wittenberg University, specializing in ancient Mediterranean religions with a focus on early Christian cultures (50-500 CE). His work bridges historical scholarship and contemporary societal issues, particularly in environmental ethics, gender studies, and media literacy. He teaches courses including New Testament, Hebrew Bible, and innovative topics like "Fake News, Forgeries, & Frauds" using experiential learning methods such as field studies and historical reenactments. Dr. Proctor earned his B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis and completed his graduate studies (M.A. and Ph.D.) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His research employs interdisciplinary approaches from cultural studies and the environmental humanities. The recently published monograph Demonic Bodies and the Dark Ecologies of Early Christian Culture (Oxford University Press) investigates how early Christian conceptions of demonic entities influenced ancient environmental thought and offers historical perspectives for current ecological crises. Additional research interests encompass animal studies, ritual studies, and the material culture of religious spaces. Dr. Proctor's scholarly articles appear in leading journals including the Journal of Early Christian Studies and Harvard Theological Review . He actively connects historical religious phenomena to modern contexts, such as analyzing ancient forgeries in relation to contemporary misinformation.

• Ancient Mediterranean Religions
• Early Christianity
• Environmental Humanities
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Timothy Williams is a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of English at Adam Mickiewicz University (AMU) in Poznań, Poland. He holds a PhD in Russian Literature from Columbia University and has a strong interdisciplinary background in comparative literature, philosophy, and translation studies. Education: Ph.D. in Russian Literature, Columbia University, 2015 Minor in Polish Language, Jagiellonian University, 2009 B.A. in French Literature, University of Colorado, Boulder, 1997 His research centers on Russian Silver Age literature (1894–1921), especially the poetry of Alexander Blok and Nikolai Gumilev, with deep engagement in psychoanalytic literary criticism, comparative religion, theology, and philosophical traditions such as Platonism, Neoplatonism, and Hegelian dialectics. He explores literary intertexts across English, French, and German traditions and frequently investigates themes of trauma, melancholia, the uncanny, and revolutionary symbolism. His recent scholarly output shows a strong trend in Gothic and paranoid narratives, intercultural adaptations (e.g., Captain Nemo), and the intersection of science and poetry (e.g., astronomy in Blok). His work often bridges literary analysis with philosophical and psychoanalytic frameworks. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Timothy Williams has advised no publicly listed students but has been actively involved in scholarly translation and publication. He has translated academic works from Russian, Polish, and French, including contributions to journals such as Stasis , Forum Poetics , and Logos . There is no mention of grants, but his consistent presentation at international conferences and publication record suggest active scholarly engagement. He is based in Collegium Heliodori, room 210, and continues to contribute to comparative literary and philosophical discourse.

• Russian Literature
• Silver Age Literature (1894-1921)
• Comparative Literature
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Anja Wolkenhauer is a Professor of Latin Philology at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Humanities, with a research focus spanning Latin studies, cultural history of timekeeping, and early modern media. Her work bridges antiquity and Renaissance through interdisciplinary approaches to text-image relationships, mnemonics, and forgery analysis. Key affiliations: Warburg-Melchior-Olearius Foundation, Tübingen School of Education Research initiatives: 'Teaching Research Projects' integrating pedagogy with scholarly output Her research explores: Temporal concepts in Roman literature and culture Metaphorical language in Augustan poetry Mnemonics as educational tools across 2000 years Printer's marks and emblematics as early media Recent publications analyze collaborative authorship in Premodern texts, Latin translation practices, and textual-material relationships in Renaissance prints. She actively supervises advanced Latin research projects and develops educational frameworks for classical languages.

• Latin Philology
• History of Knowledge
• Early Modern Media History
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Tasha Dobbin-Bennett is an Associate Professor of Art History and Studio Art at Oxford College, Emory University. She previously served as Papyrologist at the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library (Yale University) from 2014 onward before joining Oxford College in 2015. Her academic career combines Egyptological research with interdisciplinary approaches in forensic anthropology and museum studies. Education: BBus, Massey University, New Zealand (1999) MA, University of Auckland, New Zealand (2008) M.Phil., Yale University (2011) Ph.D., Yale University (2014) Research interests span: Ancient Egyptian conceptions of decomposition and mortuary practices Interdisciplinary study of forensic anthropology applied to religious texts Egyptomania's impact on museum collection practices (19th-20th centuries) Ethics of artifact repatriation and forgery identification Archaeological fieldwork in Egypt Influence of climate on cultural perceptions of the human body Publications and presentations reflect her expertise in: Ancient Egyptian religious texts Mummification history Archival analysis of papyri and rock inscriptions Cultural perceptions of death and preservation Her work bridges art historical analysis with scientific methodologies, particularly in studying how decomposition concepts were recorded and interpreted in antiquity. Awards : James Osborne Fellowship (2023) Phi Beta Kappa faculty award (2020, 2024) William J. Horwitz Dissertation Prize (2014) Teaching includes foundational courses on art history from prehistory to modern eras, with specialized modules on Egyptian art (10,000 BCE–30 BCE), studio paper-making, and ethics in collecting. Her courses like DISC 101Q integrate interdisciplinary themes such as repatriation debates and cultural representation in media.

• Art History
• Egyptology
• Forensic Anthropology
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Jonathan Hay is the Ailsa Mellon Bruce Professor of Fine Arts at New York University’s Institute of Fine Arts. He holds a PhD from Yale University (1989) and a B.A. from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London (1978). His research focuses on Chinese art history, emphasizing interconnections between artistic practices, visual culture, and broader socio-political contexts. Key areas include late-imperial China, decorative arts, and the integration of non-Western perspectives into art historical discourse. Education: PhD, Art History, Yale University, 1989 B.A., School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, 1978 Hay’s work challenges traditional Eurocentric methodologies, advocating for dialogue with scientific thought and non-Western traditions. His books include Shitao: Painting and Modernity in Early Qing China (2001) and Sensuous Surfaces: The Decorative Object in Early Modern China (2010, supported by a Guggenheim Fellowship). He has received awards such as the Guggenheim Fellowship and a prizewinning contribution to The Artful Recluse catalog. Research Interests: Complexity in art history, cross-cultural exchanges, macrohistorical frameworks, Ming-Qing trauma studies, and the role of ornament in decorative arts. Hay leads initiatives like the IFA Portals digital project, including the Historiography and Chinese Pictorial Art portals. He also co-founded the China Project Workshop, fostering dynamic discussions on Chinese art. Awards: Guggenheim Fellowship (for Sensuous Surfaces ) Prize for The Artful Recluse: Painting, Poetry, and Politics in 17th Century China catalog His current projects include a monograph on 10th-century artist Guo Zhongshu and a theoretical work ARTWORK: Topologies of Artistic Form .

• Chinese Art History
• Decorative Arts
• Art Theory
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