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Sylvia Chassaing is a Lecturer in contemporary Russian literature and translation at the National Institute of Oriental Languages and Civilizations (INALCO) in Paris, France. She is affiliated with the CREE (Centre de Recherches Euro-Asiennes) research team and specializes in Slavic languages and literature, with a particular focus on Russian studies. Her work bridges literary analysis, cultural studies, and political commentary on contemporary Russian society. Chassaing's research interests span multiple interconnected fields including sociocriticism, gender studies, and ecocriticism as applied to Russian literature. She focuses particularly on Extremely Contemporary Russian Literature (2010s-2020s), examining how writers and literary institutions navigate power structures in Putin's Russia. Her work explores themes of trauma narratives, feminist publishing movements, literary activism (such as the #Tikhiypiket silent protest movement), and ecocritical readings of Russian texts. She also investigates the relationship between art and politics in post-Soviet public space, including Moscow Actionism. Her scholarly output reveals a consistent engagement with the intersection of literature, politics, and social movements in contemporary Russia. Chassaing frequently analyzes how Russian writers respond to political pressures, with particular attention to gender dynamics and ecological concerns. Her work demonstrates how literary forms become vehicles for political expression and resistance in contexts of censorship and authoritarianism. Co-organized international conference 'Being a writer under Putin' (2024) Co-directed Russian-French translation seminars (2019-2021) Co-founded SAMPIZDAT publishing house for Russian underground literature Translator of contemporary Russian writers including Daria Serenko and Boris Khersonskij Chassaing actively contributes to research evaluation for journals including Revue Slovo and Slavica Occitania, demonstrating her standing within the academic community focused on Slavic studies and contemporary literature.

• Contemporary Russian Literature
• Sociocriticism
• Gender studies
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Piotr Bilos is a Professor at INALCO - National Institute of Oriental Languages and Cultures in Paris. He specializes in Polish literature (ancient, modern, and contemporary), literary theory, the history of the novel, and intermediality. His research focuses on exile literature, critical theory, and cultural exchanges between Poland and France. Head of the Polish Section at INALCO Organizer of international colloquia on Polish literature and exile His scholarly work examines the intersection of fiction and reality, the role of exile in literary modernity, and comparative studies of Polish and European writers such as Gombrowicz, Herling, and Myśliwski. His publications span peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and co-edited volumes. Recent research includes analyzing 21st-century Polish novels and their challenge to traditional genre boundaries, as well as the concept of 'coexistence' in cultural mediation. He has presented at conferences in Krakow, Turin, Vilnius, and Białystok, and contributed to documentaries and radio programs on Polish cultural themes.

• Polish Literature
• Literary Theory
• History of the Novel
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Dr. Irina Kantarbaeva-Bill is a researcher and academic affiliated with the Center for Anglophone Studies (CAS) at the University of Toulouse Jean Jaurès (UT2J) and teaches English at the Higher Institute of Aeronautics and Space (ISAE-SUPAERO), part of the Federal University of Toulouse. She is based in the Department of Foreign Languages and is actively engaged in research on British and Slavic history, travel writing, and cultural studies. Her scholarly roles include serving on the Scientific Committee of the journal Caliban/French Journal of English Studies and as Treasurer of the Association “Slavica Occitania.” Her research interests span British and Slavic political, religious, and social history, the history of ideas, human geography, geopolitics of knowledge, and European travel literature. She specializes in 19th-century Anglophone travel writing, particularly in Central Asia, and explores themes such as imperial representation, gender and empire, and the construction of geopolitical myths. Her work often bridges literary analysis with historical and cultural inquiry. Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on Victorian travel narratives, missionary journeys, and the interplay between literature and empire. She has written extensively on figures like Henry Lansdell and Joseph Wolff, analyzed the role of imperial spouses in colonial discourse, and examined the symbolic construction of places such as Tibet and the Oxus region. Her scholarship also extends to Victorian animal studies and political cartoons, revealing the cultural anxieties of the British Empire. Dr. Kantarbaeva-Bill has no listed scientific awards in the provided texts, but her publication record in peer-reviewed journals and academic presses demonstrates strong scholarly recognition. She contributes to editorial and review activities, including book reviews for journals such as E-rea and Slavica Occitania . She has been actively publishing since at least 2019, with a steady output of book chapters and journal articles. While there is no mention of formal advising roles or grants in the provided materials, her leadership in research groups and editorial boards indicates active academic engagement. She is affiliated with multiple research units, including LLA-CREATIS and EUR’ORBEM, and collaborates within the Sorbonne University network. There is no indication of lab affiliations or team leadership roles, but her participation in interdisciplinary research axes and seminars suggests collaborative scholarly activity. Her future work appears to continue exploring the intersections of travel, empire, and representation in Anglophone and Slavic contexts.

• British History
• Slavic History
• Travel Writing
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Dominique Samson Normand de Chambourg serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Russian Studies at the National Institute of Oriental Languages and Civilizations (INALCO) in Paris. His academic work focuses on Siberian indigenous communities, particularly the Nenets people of the Arctic regions, with expertise in Slavic languages and literature (CNU Discipline 13). He teaches courses on Siberia, Shamanism, World Religions, and Gender Studies across multiple levels of the Russian Studies program. His research interests span Russian-Indigenous interactions in the Arctic and North Siberia, Siberian religious practices including Shamanism and Orthodox Missions, Siberian independence movements, and life stories of northern communities. His work examines how indigenous Siberian cultures navigate modernity while maintaining traditional practices, particularly focusing on the Nenets language and cultural preservation in the face of industrial development and political change. Analysis of his recent publications (2019-2025) reveals consistent thematic focus on Siberian indigenous agency, with particular attention to Nenets communities. His work bridges anthropology, linguistics, and political geography, examining how Siberian peoples construct identity in relation to Moscow, navigate oil development impacts, and preserve cultural memory through oral traditions and writing systems. Samson Normand de Chambourg has served in significant administrative roles including President of the CSIE (2016-2019), Acting Director of the Department of Russian Studies (2016), and Head of Master's Teaching (2013-2020). He is an elected member of the 13th section of the CNU since 2016 and the Council of the Department of Russian Studies since 2013. He actively supervises doctoral and master's students, with recent thesis topics covering Siberian indigenous cultures, gender relations, religious practices, and literary traditions. His students' work frequently examines Khanty, Nenets, and Mansi communities across multiple disciplines including anthropology, linguistics, and religious studies. As a member of the CREE research team at INALCO and LAEIZS at Tomsk State University, he collaborates on Siberian studies projects. He also serves on the editorial boards of multiple academic journals including Slovo, Études Mongoles et Sibériennes, Slavica Occitania, and Études Finno-Ougriennes, contributing to the scholarly infrastructure for Siberian and Arctic studies.

• Slavic languages and literature
• Eurasia studies
• Siberian indigenous cultures
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Kathy Rousselet is a Research Director at Sciences Po , specializing in the intersection of religion, politics, and society in the Russian Empire, USSR, and Post-Soviet World . She is an associate researcher at the Center for Studies of the Russian, Caucasian and Central European Worlds (EHESS) and holds affiliations with editorial and scientific councils of institutions like the International Observatory of Religion and the GDRus . Her research focuses on: Religious dissent during the Soviet period Post-Soviet religious transformations Russian Orthodoxy's political discourses Memorialization of the Great Terror Informal relations in Russian society Her publications analyze themes of geopolitics , state-church relations , and religious nationalism . Rousselet supervises doctoral students on topics such as: Collective action in youth movements (Russia/Belarus) International norms in Ukrainian asylum policies Environmental policies in Russian Orthodoxy

• Political Science
• Russian Studies
• Religious Studies
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Jovanovic Zeljko is a lecturer at INALCO (Institut National des Langues et Civilisations Orientales) in Paris, affiliated with the Department of Hebrew and Jewish Studies. His research focuses on Sephardic literature, Judeo-Spanish (Ladino) language, and minority cultural preservation, with expertise in medieval Iberian history, gender studies, and the Sephardic diaspora. He is a member of the CERMOM research laboratory and serves as Master's referent and Head of International Relations for his department. PhD in Spanish/Ladino Literature (2010-2005) Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellow (2019-2021) Rothschild Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow (2017-2019) His research explores Judeo-Spanish oral traditions , including ballads, proverbs, and folktales , with a focus on their adaptation in Balkan and Ottoman contexts. He analyzes gender dynamics in Sephardic narratives and the role of periodicals like Le Judaïsme séphardi in post-WWII language revitalization. His work bridges comparative literature and translation studies , highlighting cultural hybridity. Scientific awards include Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship Rothschild Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Jovanovic's recent publications examine 20th-century Sephardic authors from former Yugoslavia, Judeo-Spanish poets of Bosnia , and gender in Sephardic documentary cinema . His teaching includes courses on Judeo-Spanish language and civilization, Sephardic diaspora history, and gender studies in literature.

• Judeo-Spanish/Ladino Language
• Sephardic Literature and Culture
• Oral Literature
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Anastassiadou Meropi is a University Professor specializing in contemporary Greek history within the Department of Mediterranean, Slavic and Oriental Studies (MESLO) at the Faculty of Letters, University of Geneva. She is affiliated with INALCO (Institut National des Langues et Civilisations Orientales) in France, where she conducts research through the CERMOM research center. Her research interests focus on contemporary Greek history from the 19th to 21st centuries, the sociocultural history of Greeks in the Mediterranean, Balkans and diasporas, Orthodox Christianity (including its history, institutions and societies), and contemporary Greek society through historical sources. She has particular expertise in Ottoman-era Greek communities and modern Greek-Turkish relations. Analyzing her recent publications reveals consistent focus on Greek diaspora communities, Ottoman heritage in modern Greece, and the cultural history of Greek communities in Istanbul and surrounding regions. Her work bridges historical analysis with contemporary cultural studies, showing particular attention to how historical legacies shape modern identities and communities. Her ongoing research projects for 2025 examine Greek diasporas in the 20th and 21st centuries and endangered cultural heritage in Turkey and Greece, demonstrating her commitment to preserving and understanding minority cultural traditions in these regions. Salonique au XIXe siècle. Regards sur les gens ordinaires (2016) Les Grecs d'Istanbul au XIXe siècle. Histoire socioculturelle de la communauté de Péra (2012) Les Grecs d'Istanbul et le patriarcat œcuménique au seuil du XXIe siècle (2011) Professor Anastassiadou has contributed significantly to academic discourse through numerous book chapters, journal articles, and multimedia presentations including documentaries and podcasts. Her work appears in both French and Greek, reflecting her deep engagement with both academic communities. She has also participated in exhibitions and public history projects related to Greek independence and Geneva's historical connections to Greece.

• Contemporary Greek History
• Ottoman Empire History
• Balkan History
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Natalya Shevchenko is a Lecturer in Slavic linguistics (Russian and Ukrainian) at the University of Lyon 2, affiliated with CERLA (Centre for Research in Applied Linguistics) and CREE (Centre for Research in Europe-Eurasia). Her work bridges theoretical and applied linguistics, focusing on bilingual lexicography, linguistic interference, and sociolinguistic dynamics between Russian and Ukrainian. She is actively involved in public engagement through conferences, film screenings, and expert consultations. Research Themes: Bilingual lexicography, non-standard terminology, sociolinguistics, language teaching methodologies, Soviet cinema history. Projects: INCLUDE (2023-2025) for Russian language learning units on Moodle; interdisciplinary APPI project (2020-2022) on Ukraine's cultural-linguistic interactions. Outreach: Organizer of the 2024-2025 lecture series "Mieux comprendre l'Ukraine"; frequent speaker on language and conflict, including post-screening discussions on Holodomor and Ukrainian exodus. Publications: Analyzes Ukrainian suržyk, cinematic profanity, and language's role in the Maidan crisis. Collaborated on lexicographic standards and dictionary design.

• Bilingual lexicography
• Non-standard terminology
• Bilingualism
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Yannick Bardy is an Associate Professor at the University of Lille , affiliated with the Faculty of Languages, Cultures and Societies and the Department of Roman, Slavic and Oriental Studies . He specializes in the history of Early Modern Japan (Edo period: 1600–1868) , with a focus on socio-religious dynamics, rural structures, and social status hierarchies. Head of the LLCER Japanese Bachelor's degree program President of the Bachelor's jury Head of international mobility initiatives for Japan His research explores intersections of religion, power, and village governance during the Edo period. He teaches courses such as: Master 1 Seminar: Society and religion during the Edo period Master 2 Seminar: Shinto in the pre-modern era Recent publications include analyses of Shinto priesthood networks, family archives, and village community structures. Key themes span religious authority , local socio-political systems , and documentary historiography . He serves as a member of the ULR 4074 - Center for Studies in Civilizations, Languages and Foreign Literature.

• Social history
• Rural history
• Religious history
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Géry Catherine is a Professor at INALCO , specializing in Russian literature and cinema. She leads the Europe(s) collection at Presses de l'INALCO and serves as editor-in-chief of the journal Slovo . Her work bridges literary studies, gender theory, and cultural historiography. Member of the Centres de Recherches Europes-Eurasie (CREE, EA4513) Director of the Scientific and Educational Council of IDEX Cité du Genre (since 2023) Active in editorial boards for La Revue russe and Sémaphores collection Her research focuses on: Russian literary canon formation 19th-century Russian women writers Cultural legacies in 20th-21st century Nikolai Leskov's narrative techniques Intersections of Russian cinema and literature While her publications span intermediality and gendered historiography, recent work examines the Texte féminin concept in Russian literary studies.

• Russian Literature
• Soviet Cinema
• Gender Studies
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Olga Blinova holds a doctorate in Slavic studies and is affiliated with INALCO (National Institute of Oriental Languages and Civilizations) through the CREE unit (Europe, Eurasia Research Centre). She is also an associate member of the GEO laboratory at the University of Strasbourg. Her work focuses on literature, philosophy, and art in Silver Age Russia, particularly Symbolist poetry and the first wave of Russian emigration, with a linguistic approach to literary material ranging from formalism to cognitive poetics. Her research intersects with the GDRus areas of 'Mutations and Innovations' and 'Borders and Connections'. She has organized international conferences, including the ongoing 'Merezhkovskis and Europe' project (2021) in collaboration with Sorbonne University's EUR'ORBEM team. Major publications include studies on Zinaida Gippius's literary and philosophical contributions, her Parisian library, and epistolary heritage. Her subfields span Russian literature, gender studies, historical context, and cognitive poetics.

• Literature
• Philosophy
• Art
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Nicole Blondeau is a Lecturer in Educational Sciences at the Department of Communication/French as a Foreign Language at the University of Paris 8. Her teaching focuses on writing methodology, intercultural communication, and literature-based French language instruction for allophone students. Lecturer (MCF) at Université Paris 8 Coordinates DU FLE for refugee students Co-designer of the "success rope" project Research Themes include plurilingualism, interculturality, hybrid identities, and the use of francophone literature in emancipatory pedagogy. Her work spans educational sciences, language didactics, and sociology, with emphasis on migration contexts. Focus on multilingual journeys and language autobiographies Uses action research and critical pedagogy (Freire) Examines postcolonial identities in francophone literature European Projects led include PLURI-LA (2012-2014) and IRIS (2017-2020) for promoting plurilingualism, alongside participation in the KALECO project (2008-2010).

• Plurilingualism
• Interculturality
• Francophone Literature
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Prof. Elad Lapidot is a University Professor at the University of Lille, affiliated with the Faculty of Languages, Culture and Societies and the Department of Roman, Slavic and Oriental Studies. His research focuses on Jewish thought, continental philosophy, hermeneutics, and translation studies, examining intercultural and interepistemic encounters, particularly between contemporary philosophy and Talmudic thought. He holds a law degree from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and later pursued philosophy, earning his doctorate at the University of Paris 1. His academic career includes roles at Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt Universität Berlin, and the University of Bern, where he completed his habilitation. His notable work includes Jews Out of the Question: A Critique of Anti-Anti-Semitism (2020), exploring the paradoxical opposition to Jewish thought within post-Holocaust philosophy. His teaching spans courses such as the History of Semitic Languages, Ancient and Medieval Jewish Philosophy, and Modern Jewish Thought. He is a member of the ULR 4074 - Center for Studies in Civilizations, Languages, and Foreign Literature. Recent publications include analyses of Levinas’s political theology, critiques of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict’s religious framing, and decolonizing anti-Semitism studies. His work bridges philosophy, religion, and politics, with a focus on Jewish intellectual history and contemporary epistemological debates. Research Interests: Prof. Lapidot’s interdisciplinary research integrates continental philosophy with Jewish thought, exploring themes like translation studies, hermeneutics, and political theology. His work interrogates the intersections of law, religion, and statehood, particularly in contexts of exile and diaspora. Notable areas include the critique of antisemitism, the philosophy of Martin Heidegger, and the legacy of thinkers like Franz Rosenzweig and Emmanuel Levinas. Publications: Over 40 articles and books, including monographs on Heidegger, Gnosticism, and Jewish philosophy. Recent trends emphasize political theology, decolonial theory, and critiques of state religion. His German translation of Anti-Anti-Semitismus (2021) highlights his engagement with continental European philosophy.

• Jewish Thought
• Continental Philosophy
• Hermeneutics
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Toru YOSHIDA is a full Professor at Hokkaido University's Faculty of Law and Graduate School of Public Policy. Specializing in comparative politics with a focus on European and Japanese politics, he holds concurrent roles as Associate Researcher at the Fondation France-Japon (FFJ) EHESS and Research Fellow at the Doshisha Slavic-Eurasian Studies Center. His career includes positions as Associate Professor at Hokkaido University (2006-2021), visiting professorships at Paris Institute of Political Studies and the French National Centre for Scientific Research (EHESS), and prior research roles with the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO). Education: PhD (2007) and MA (2002) in International Sociology from Tokyo University, and Diplôme d'Études Approfondies (DEA) in German Studies from Germany. Key Research Themes: European political integration, memory politics, populism, liberal democracy's crisis, and French-Japanese comparative studies. Awarded JSPS Fellowships (2003-2006) and participated in UNHCR refugee programs (1993-1994). His work bridges academia and public engagement, including contributions to NHK Books, public lectures on European politics, and commentary on contemporary issues like pandemic governance and democratic erosion. Active in civic initiatives addressing social inequality and environmental policy through organizations like the Hokkaido NPO Support Center and Environment Policy Dialogue Institute.

• Comparative Politics
• European Politics
• Political Theory
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Ronan Hervouet is a university professor of sociology at the University of Bordeaux, affiliated with the Émile Durkheim Center, a leading research center in social sciences. He teaches the history of sociology and conducts comparative research on authoritarian regimes, with a deep specialization in Belarus. His work combines political science and ethnographic methods to explore the everyday lives of people under authoritarian rule. His research focuses on ordinary relationships with politics in authoritarian contexts , particularly in Belarus, where he lived and worked for five years. He employs long-term ethnographic immersion, especially in rural kolkhozes, to analyze forms of loyalty, accommodation, indifference, and opposition to the regime. He is currently studying the 2020 uprising in Belarus, its repression, and the resulting exile, as well as the war in Ukraine’s impact on Belarusian diaspora. His recent publications include books such as The Suspended Revolution (2023) and The Taste of Tyrants (2020), which offer a bottom-up perspective on life under Lukashenko’s regime. His articles in journals like Slavic Review and Canadian Slavonic Papers reveal a consistent focus on dignity, moral economy, and political subjectivity in repressive contexts. Scientific recognition and media engagement: Featured expert on France Culture (programs: Cultures Monde , International Issues ) Book presentations at Mollat and other public venues Referenced in connection with the Sakharov Prize for contributions to understanding Belarusian dissent Ronan Hervouet actively contributes to public discourse on authoritarianism and political resistance. He has not disclosed specific grant funding, but his sustained fieldwork and publications suggest ongoing research support. He advises no named students in the provided texts but likely supervises graduate research given his senior academic role. He is a core member of the Émile Durkheim Center, where he served as deputy director from 2016 to 2019, and co-directed the Franco-Belarusian Center for Political Science and European Studies in Minsk (2009–2012). His work bridges academic research and public sociology, making him a key expert on Belarus in the French and international academic community.

• Sociology
• Political Science
• Comparative Sociology
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