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Mia Liinason is a Professor of Gender Studies at Lund University, affiliated with the LU Profile Area: Human Rights and eSSENCE: The e-Science Collaboration. She holds a PhD in Gender Studies from 2011 and has held academic positions at the University of Gothenburg before joining Lund University in 2021. Her research focuses on intersections of transnational feminism, queer studies, digital cultures, and religiosities/secularities. She leads major projects like Liveability at the crossroads of religion, gender and sexuality and TechnAct: Transformations of Struggle , exploring digital technologies' impact on social movements and LGBTQ+ communities' lived experiences within religious contexts. Her work addresses global issues such as hate speech mitigation (via the NETHATE network), language evolution’s cultural impact (in the Change is Key! program), and transnational activism across Scandinavia, Russia, and Turkey. Awards include the Wallenberg Academy Fellowship (2015) and Wallenberg Scholar (2024). Recent publications analyze secular-religious divides in LGBTQ+ rights, Sámi cosmology, and digital protest dynamics. She supervises PhD students and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives like the Futures of Democracy Graduate School. Key research themes include gender struggles in new political conjunctures, AI’s societal impacts, and the role of hope in feminist theory. Her projects often bridge qualitative methods with computational social sciences, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Gender Studies
• Digital Technologies
• Transnational Social Movements
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Henrik Ågren is a Professor at the Department of History, Uppsala University, specializing in Early Modern Cultural and Social History. He has held various academic positions across Swedish institutions, including Senior Lecturer roles at Gävle University (2000-2012), Uppsala University (2014-2015), and Linköping University (2012-2014), where he was also a Visiting Professor in 2014. His current work focuses on the historiography of Scandinavian saint kings in Protestant contexts, alongside broader themes of social stratification and the evolution of historical methodology. PhD in History (1998) Docent at Uppsala University (2011) Director of Studies, second cycle (2018-2020) Head of Department of History (2020-2023) Henrik Ågren's research examines the intersection of cultural practices and social order in Early Modern Sweden, particularly the role of titles in stratification and the shifting perception of saints like St. Erik within national identity. His recent publications analyze the political and religious symbolism of historical figures, alongside methodological debates in historiography. Key article trends include: Analysis of social hierarchy through title systems (17th-18th centuries) Evolution of saint veneration in Protestant Sweden Historiographical critiques of national identity Digital humanities and methodological innovation Comparative studies of Scandinavian and Nordic history writing Interdisciplinary approaches to cultural and political history Henrik Ågren actively contributes to academic discourse through editorial work and conference participation, though no formal scientific awards are documented in his profile.

• Early Modern Cultural History
• Swedish History
• Historical Theory and Methodology
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Alexandra Fried is a Senior Lecturer in Cultural Sciences at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in medieval and modern art history. Her research bridges Scandinavia and the Americas, focusing on religious imagery and contemporary visual culture. University of Gothenburg Department of Cultural Sciences Senior Lecturer Education: BA and MA in Art History from Baruch College and Queens College, New York PhD from University of Leicester (dissertation: "The Swedish Madonnas: A Comparative Study of Wooden Sculptures of the Virgin and Child between 1250 and 1350") Research Interests Alexandra's scholarly work spans two primary domains: Medieval Scandinavian Art: Systematic analysis of wooden religious sculptures, St. Bridget of Sweden's iconography, and Hanseatic League artistic exchanges Modern & Postmodern American Art: Critical examination of 20th-century visual narratives and their cultural implications Selected Publications Her recent output demonstrates a commitment to accessible academic discourse through Konsthistoriepodden, with notable 2024 episodes exploring Japanese printmaking, Renaissance altarpieces, and modernist photography. The 2022 journal article "Fakes matter – as a matter of fakes" in Konsthistorisk Tidskrift represents her peer-reviewed contributions. Conference Participation 2014: Gender and Medieval Studies Conference on St. Bridget's pilgrimage 2014: International Medieval Congress on Baltic/Scandinavian studies 2013: Multiple presentations at South Eastern Art Conference and International Medieval Congress She maintains active academic communication through podcast formats while preserving traditional conference engagement.

• Medieval Scandinavian art
• Medieval sculpture
• St. Bridget of Sweden
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Linda Andersson Burnett is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at the Department of History of Ideas at Uppsala University . Her research focuses on the Scottish Enlightenment , Linnaean natural history , colonial collecting , and the history of racism . She leads the research team Instructing Natural History: Nature, People, Empire and co-founded the international consortium Women in Natural History Museums and Collections (WOMNH). Research Interests : Colonial implications of Enlightenment thought Transnational natural history practices Eighteenth- and nineteenth-century ethnology Museum colonialism and repatriation Early citizen science networks Sámi and Indigenous representation Publications and Grants : Wallenberg Academy Fellowship (2019) for her research Principal Investigator for projects funded by the Swedish Research Council and Riksbankens Jubileumsfond Recent work examines racialized ethnology, Arctic exploration, and museum decolonization Collaborations : Co-founder of WOMNH (2024) Collaboration with Swedish Museums of World Cultures (2024-2026) International Young Academies Science Advice Structure delegate (2021–ongoing)

• Scottish Enlightenment
• History of Racism
• Colonial History
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Helén Persson is an Associate Senior Lecturer and supervisor at Lund University's Department of Educational Sciences, and a teaching staff member in the Department of History under the College of Humanities and Theology. Her work bridges historical education and pedagogical theory. Role : Senior Lecturer (Educational Sciences) Teaching : History Didactics and Educational Science Research : Historical Consciousness, Swedish Textbook Analysis, Curriculum Development Research Interests focus on: History Education : Progression in historical learning, connections between secondary school and university curricula. Curriculum Theory : Evolution of educational standards and governing documents. Historical Consciousness : Temporal perspectives in Swedish history education. Migration Studies : Swedish emigration to America during the 19th century. Publication Trends emphasize: Historical education frameworks (2018–2024) Temporal analysis in Swedish history teaching (2023) Integration of local history into drama and cultural narratives (2023) Practical challenges in pedagogy (2020–2022) Scientific Awards & Grants : One-month grant from Lund University for research preparation (2020) Vice Chairman, Sveriges universitetslärare och forskare (SULF) (2013–Present) Recensionsredaktör (Book Review Editor), Historielärarnas förenings årsskrift (HLFÅ) (2022–Present) Advising and Teaching includes: Supervision of doctoral and postgraduate research Teaching courses: ÄKPN12 (The Subject Teacher as a Reflective Practitioner), ÄUVN28 (Research Approaches in Educational Sciences)

• History Education
• Educational Sciences
• Curriculum Theory
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Lena Liepe is a Professor of Art and Visual Studies at Linnaeus University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and the Department of Music and Art. Her research focuses on Nordic medieval art and visual culture, with a particular emphasis on methodological approaches to analyzing religious and secular imagery. She leads projects like the six-year At the End of the World (2023–2028), exploring apocalyptic symbolism and medieval relic practices. Liepe has authored monographs on topics including Skåne wood sculpture, Northern Norwegian stone churches, and the exhibition history of medieval church art in Sweden. Her academic awards include the Wallquist Prize (2020), Hallenblad Award (2019), and Gad Rausings Prize (2019). She is a member of prestigious institutions like the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters and the International Centre for Medieval Art. Liepe co-directs the Centre for Applied Heritage and participates in Medeltidsforum Linné. Key research themes include medieval relics, spatiality of sacred spaces, and the historiography of art history. Recent work combines digital humanities with medieval studies, such as creating databases for saints’ cults and analyzing relic use in Nordic parish churches.

• Medieval Art History
• Nordic Visual Culture
• Relic Studies
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Nadi Tofighian is a Senior Lecturer in Film Studies at Linnaeus University's Department of Film and Literature, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. He holds a PhD from Stockholm University (2013) and has held positions at Stockholm University, De La Salle University Manila, and a postdoctoral fellowship at Yale University (2015-2016). His research focuses on colonial history, early cinema, and postcolonial theory, particularly examining U.S. colonial territories' film histories. His current project, 'Let the American Show You,' explores cinema's role as a colonial tool in the Philippines, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Guam, and Hawaii. Teaching includes courses on film analysis, documentary film, and global cinema. Research integrates archival materials from newspapers, government records, and early film exhibitions to analyze U.S. colonial practices. His interdisciplinary work bridges cinema studies, socio-cultural history, and postcolonial theory, contributing to non-Western cinema historiography. Publications span early cinema in Southeast Asia, transnational film distribution, and colonial film studies. He serves as a special issues editor for Early Popular Visual Culture and on the board of the Swedish Film Institute. His work highlights how early film reinforced racial hierarchies and colonial narratives, while also addressing Hollywood's global cultural dominance roots.

• Colonial History
• Early Cinema
• Film Distribution
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Anders Hagberg is a Professor of Musical Performance/Improvisation at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Music, School of Music, Performing Arts and Theatre. His work bridges multiple disciplines, emphasizing improvisation, cross-cultural collaboration, and spatial acoustics. Hagberg has performed globally, collaborating with artists from India, Japan, South Korea, the U.S., West Africa, and Brazil. His research explores modal harmony, musical presence, and acoustics in performance, fostering international projects and educational tools to enhance musicians' creativity. Key collaborations include projects with Scandinavian, Middle Eastern, Indian, and Korean artists, as well as boundary-pushing performances at venues like the Show of Hands Festival (Istanbul) and the National Flute Association Convention (San Antonio). His work integrates dance, visual arts, and interdisciplinary practices, with recent highlights including the 2024 European Low Flutes Festival and solo concerts in Washington DC. Notable publications include works on Mussorgsky adaptations and spatial composition, reflecting his dedication to expanding musical boundaries. Hagberg's performances and workshops emphasize innovative pedagogy and global artistic exchange, positioning him as a leading figure in contemporary musical performance.

• Improvisation
• Musical Performance
• Boundary-Crossing Collaborations
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David Thorsén is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Education, Stockholm University. His research focuses on the intersection of medicine and education through historical and pedagogical lenses, particularly examining visual and material culture in science education and health teaching practices. Pedagogy and Health research group History of Education and Sociology of Education research group Current projects analyze relationships between schools and museums from 1880-1980, funded by the Swedish Research Council. Recent publications examine object-based learning, teacher-scientists in early 20th century Sweden, and dissection practices in science education. Email: david.thorsen@edu.su.se

• History of Medicine
• Curriculum Studies
• Visual Culture in Science Education
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Patrik Mehrens serves as an Associate Professor at Uppsala University's Department of Literature and Rhetoric and as an Educational Developer within the University Administration's Division for Quality Enhancement. His dual roles bridge academic scholarship and pedagogical innovation, focusing on rhetoric, literary studies, and higher education development. His research spans Rhetoric , Literary Studies , and Film Studies , with particular emphasis on narrative theory, discourse analysis, and pandemic-era communication. Recent work explores ritual elements in social drama ( Borgfreden , 2023), Heideggerian philosophy ( Heidegger's "Fork" , 2022), and the rhetorization of food in political discourse (2011). His scholarship consistently examines how language shapes cultural and institutional practices. Analysis of his publications reveals a trajectory from classical rhetoric (2003-2006) toward contemporary discourse analysis (2020-2024), with growing attention to crisis communication during the pandemic. His work integrates Scandinavian literary traditions with international theoretical frameworks, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary engagement across humanities and social sciences. Mehrens actively contributes to pedagogical development through projects on liberal arts education and quality enhancement in Swedish higher education. His 2006 report Learning from Liberal Arts Education and 2010 presentation Excellence in Teaching highlight his commitment to curriculum innovation.

• Rhetoric
• Literary Studies
• Film Studies
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Eric Bylander is a Professor of Procedural Law at the Faculty of Law, Uppsala University , where he has been active since 2018. He holds a Doctor of Laws (2006) and a Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric (2003) from Uppsala University, along with a Bachelor of Laws (1998). He has served as course director for advanced courses in Civil Procedure and Criminal/Procedural Law, and as editor for legal journals. Education: Doctor of Laws in Procedural Law, Uppsala University (2006) Bachelor of Philosophy in Rhetoric, Uppsala University (2003) Bachelor of Laws, Uppsala University (1998) Research Interests focus on procedural law, including judicial processes, legal rhetoric, evidence law, and the impact of digitalization on courts. He has contributed to European civil procedure harmonization, fairness in trials, and the use of modern courtroom technology. Publications reflect trends in Swedish procedural law, EU enforcement mechanisms, and historical jurisprudence. Key works include analyses of computerized judicial systems, fair trial rights under constitutional law, and Nordic procedural traditions. Doctoral Supervision includes mentoring students such as Christina Kjellson, Simon Göransson, and Victoria Bui. He has also participated in international research projects like DIGI-GUARD and EU-funded studies on insolvency proceedings. External Roles include Visiting Professorships at the University of Minnesota Law School, guest research at the University of Zurich, and memberships in organizations like the International Association of Procedural Law and the Swedish Arbitration Association.

• Procedural Law
• Legal Rhetoric
• European Civil Procedure
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Karl Axelsson is an Associate Professor at the Department of Culture and Aesthetics, Södertörn University. He has previously held positions at Uppsala University and the University of Cambridge (King's College). Since 2024, he serves as an Erik Allardt Fellow at the Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies (HCAS). Current Affiliation: Department of Culture and Aesthetics, Södertörn University Past Affiliations: Uppsala University, University of Cambridge His research focuses on aesthetic heteronomy, particularly how 18th-century British and German philosophers connected aesthetic experiences to political society, natural science, and theological discourse. He explores Shaftesbury's influence on environmental aesthetics and the evolution of disinterestedness concepts. Recent publications include works on Shaftesbury's environmental virtue aesthetics and collaborations with the Cambridge Concept Lab (CCL) to analyze historical networks of aesthetic thought through digital humanities methods. His project Reassessing the Rise of Aesthetics challenges traditional narratives of aesthetic autonomy. Scientific Awards Erik Allardt Fellowship (2024) Karl Axelsson collaborates with institutions like HCAS and CCL, and his work bridges philosophy, cultural theory, and interdisciplinary research on the intersection of art, nature, and societal structures.

• Aesthetic Theory
• Cultural Theory
• Philosophy of Religion
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Solfrid Söderlind is a Professor of museology with a focus on art at Lund University's Faculty of Humanities, specifically within the Division of Art History and Visual Studies. She has held this position since 2013, transitioning to the Faculty of Humanities in 2018. Her academic journey includes previous appointments as Professor of Art History at Uppsala University and Director General of Sweden's Nationalmuseum from 2002-2011/12. Söderlind's research focuses on European visual arts and visual culture in the 18th and 19th Centuries, with particular attention to portraits, early photographs, the emergence of art museums, royal collections, early private collections, reception history, and reproduction and dissemination of art. Her work bridges academic research and museum practice, informed by her extensive experience at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm where she worked from 1988-1996 and again in 2000, serving in roles including curator and head of departments for Royal Castles' Collections and Loans, Archives and Pedagogy. Her recent scholarly activity centers on Nordic cultural history, particularly through projects examining Nils Månsson Mandelgren, Scandinavian cultural diplomacy, and urban visual culture in Stockholm during 1880-1930. Her publications demonstrate a consistent engagement with museum studies, visual culture, and the historical development of art institutions across Scandinavia and Europe. Selected Scientific Awards: Ledamot, Kungl. Humanistiska Vetenskapssamfundet i Lund (2015) H.M. Konungens medalj av 12:e storleken (2010) Ledamot Samfundet Pro Fide et Christianismo (2005) Ledamot, Kungliga Patriotiska Sällskapet (2002) Ledamot Karl Johans Förbundet (2002) Söderlind has supervised multiple doctoral students and serves as an external reviewer for PhD theses. She has contributed significantly to major international exhibition projects including Staging Power: Napoleon, Karl Johan, Alexander (2010), Lust & Last/Lust & Vice (2011), and Pride & Prejudice (2012). Her current research projects include studies on Emily Nonnen in Copenhagen, Scandinavian cultural diplomacy through Elias Lagerheim, and urban visual culture in Stockholm.

• Art History
• Museology
• European Visual Arts
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Lars Gustaf Andersson is a Professor and Manager of Research and Research Education at the Film Studies department within the Centre for Languages and Literature at Lund University. He has been active in academia since completing his doctoral dissertation in 1992, serving as Senior Lecturer and Reader in Film Studies from 2002, and was promoted to Professor in 2012. His educational background includes: PhD in Film Studies (1992) Professor Andersson's research focuses on experimental and alternative film practices, with particular expertise in Swedish experimental cinema, the cultural practices of immigrant film, and the aesthetics of unfinished works. His current research explores international and Swedish experimental filmmakers from the 1920s to the present, with special interest in 'the aesthetics and cultural contexts of the sketch and the unfinished art work.' He is planning a new project titled 'Momentary Life Worlds' and has participated in Advanced Study Groups at the Pufendorf Institute, including 'Artistic and educational processes in music and literary creation' and 'Creative Data Lab.' His recent scholarly output shows a strong trend toward interdisciplinary work bridging film studies, literary creation, and digital humanities. His publications span experimental film analysis, poetry, and creative writing, reflecting his dual roles in both Film Studies and the Creative Writing Program. The research demonstrates consistent engagement with avant-garde traditions, Scandinavian cinema, and the intersection of visual and literary arts. His professional recognition includes: Member of The Swedish Writer's Union Member of Swedish PEN Member of Writers for Democratic Action Member of The New Society of Letters at Lund Member of The Royal Society of Letters at Lund Member of the board of The Einar Hansen Research Fund Chairman of the board of Filmform Foundation Affiliated researcher at the Birgit Rausing Centre for Medical Humanities Professor Andersson has supervised nine doctoral dissertations as primary advisor and several others as assistant supervisor, spanning Film Studies, Swedish Didactics, and Practical Theology. His current research projects include 'Creative Data Lab' (2025-2026) and previously led projects such as 'The Cultural Practice of Immigrant Film' (2013-2015) and 'Between the lines. Poetry as knowledge' (2013-2019). He is actively involved with the Creative Data Lab research group and has participated in the Pufendorf Institute's Advanced Study Group on artistic and educational processes, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration between film studies, literary creation, and digital methodologies.

• Film Studies
• Experimental Cinema
• Swedish Cinema
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Carina Jacobsson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Art Studies at Uppsala University, Sweden. Her office is located at English Park, Thunbergsvägen 3H, Uppsala, with email carina.jacobsson@konstvet.uu.se. She holds the academic qualification of associate professor. Her doctoral dissertation 'High Gothic wooden sculpture in the old Archdiocese of Linköping' (1995) and monograph 'Beställare och Finansiärer - Träskulptur från 1300-talet i gamla ärkestiftet' (2002) established her expertise in medieval wooden sculpture. She has co-authored the high school textbook 'Konsten i historiens spegel. Historia för gymnasiet' (1997). Her research centers on medieval wooden sculpture (13th-15th centuries), focusing on stylistic influences, dating, distribution, commissions, and financing within the old Archdiocese of Linköping. She examines beauty's expression from antiquity to present and specializes in late medieval German and Flemish altarpieces. Publication trends show consistent focus on Nordic-Baltic religious art, with recent works (2021-2023) analyzing Strängnäs Cathedral's Flemish altar and Litslena's altarpiece in social-historical context. Earlier publications (1998-2011) explore crucifix distribution patterns and Madonna iconography across Scandinavia. No scientific awards were mentioned in available sources. No information on student advising or research grants was provided in the source materials. No labs, research teams, or collaborative projects were referenced in the available documentation.

• Medieval Art
• Wooden Sculpture
• Altarpieces
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