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• Medieval History
• Central European History
• Political Structures of the Přemyslid Dynasty
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Lukáš Reitinger serves as an Assistant Professor at the Institute of History within the Faculty of Arts at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic. His academic position is maintained through the Institute of Auxiliary Historical Sciences and Archives, reflecting his dual institutional affiliation within the university's historical research framework. Specializing in medieval Central European history, Reitinger's research focuses on the political structures of the Přemyslid dynasty, particularly examining Moravian integration within the Bohemian state during the 13th century. His work extensively analyzes royal representation mechanisms, historiographical traditions, and the symbolic dimensions of medieval monarchy. Notable research threads include the political significance of humility practices among Přemyslid rulers, the iconography of the Znojmo Rotunda, and the diplomatic resolution strategies employed by Přemysl Ottokar II. His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output across multiple formats including peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, conference presentations, and educational materials. Recent work shows particular emphasis on active learning methodologies for history education, indicating engagement with pedagogical innovation alongside his core historical research. Reitinger maintains active participation in academic discourse through conference presentations and collaborative research projects, primarily centered on medieval Central European history. His correspondence is managed through the university's established channels at the Arna Nováka campus in Brno.

Russel William LemmonsView profile

Professor

• Modern German History
• Nazi Germany
• Propaganda Studies
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Russel William Lemmons serves as University Distinguished Professor of History in the Department of History at Jacksonville State University's College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences. His academic career spans several decades with significant contributions to the field of modern German history, particularly focusing on Nazi propaganda and political mythology. Franklin College (B.A., cum laude, 1984) Miami University (M.A., 1986; Ph.D., 1991) Fulbright Fellow at Freie Universität Berlin (1988-1989) Professor Lemmons specializes in modern German history with particular expertise in Nazi propaganda, political mythology, and the Weimar Republic era. His research examines how historical narratives were manipulated for political purposes, especially by the German left and Nazi movements. He has developed innovative courses including 'The History of Modern Germany,' 'The Rise and Fall of Adolf Hitler,' and 'The History of the Holocaust,' alongside teaching both halves of Western Civilization and 'Europe Since 1945.' His publication portfolio reveals a clear trajectory of scholarly focus on Nazi propaganda mechanisms. The seminal work 'Goebbels and DER ANGRIFF' (1994) established his expertise in early Nazi propaganda techniques, while more recent research culminated in 'Hitler's Rival: Ernst Thälmann in Myth and Memory,' exploring how historical figures were mythologized for political purposes. His current research continues this theme with 'Germany's Eternal Son: the Ernst Thälmann Myth, 1925-1989,' examining the use of history as legitimization by the German left. College of Letters and Sciences' Distinguished Research Award College of Letters and Sciences' Distinguished Teaching Award Faculty Scholar-Lecturer designation Professor Lemmons has secured substantial research funding from prestigious organizations including the Fulbright Scholar program, National Endowment for the Humanities, German Academic Exchange Service, Holocaust Educational Foundation, and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. His academic service includes membership in the German Studies Association and active participation on the University's Holocaust Commemoration Committee, along with various departmental committees.

• Church History
• 17th-century French Devotional Practices
• Religion and Politics in the Court of Louis XIV
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Lars Cyril Nørgaard serves as Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Theology, specializing in Church History. He completed both his Master's thesis on the Gospel of Mark and PhD within the ERC-funded SOLITUDES project at this institution, with research affiliations at Université Paris-Sorbonne and Durham University. His thesis on spiritual direction in 17th-century France received Collegium Biblicum's annual prize. Research focuses on devotional praxis during the Grand Siècle, particularly: Spiritual direction networks at Louis XIV's court The correspondence of Bishop Paul Godet des Marais and Madame de Maintenon Gender dynamics in religious authority Quietism, Jansenism and Pietism movements Reception of Desert Fathers and Augustine His archival discovery of Godet des Marais' complete letters revolutionized understanding of Maintenon's spiritual life. Publications predominantly analyze privacy, authority, and devotional practices in early modern courts through interdisciplinary lenses. Recent works examine: Conceptual boundaries between public/private spheres Devotional spaces at Versailles Epistolary cultures of spiritual direction Visual representation of religious identity Awards include: Collegium Biblicum's annual prize for Master's thesis Collaborations span international early modern studies networks, with leadership in the SOLITUDES project examining withdrawal/engagement paradigms. Regularly organizes conferences on privacy in historical correspondence and court culture.

Marie-Laure Basilien-GaincheView profile

Professor

• Public Law
• International Law
• Constitutional Law
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Marie-Laure Basilien-Gainche is a Professor of Public Law at the Faculty of Law, Jean Moulin University Lyon 3, where she is part of the International, European and Comparative Law Team. She holds the prestigious position of Senior Member of the Institut Universitaire de France and serves as a Member of the Institut Convergences Migrations and the Scientific Committee of the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights. Her academic profile is further enhanced by her recognition as a Laureate of the Fondation pour les Sciences Sociales. Her research focuses on critical intersections of public law, migration governance, and fundamental rights protection. Key areas include European Union Law, Migration Law, Human Rights Law, Rule of Law principles, and States of Exception. Her work critically examines how European migration policies increasingly normalize exceptional legal regimes while eroding fundamental rights protections, with particular attention to border management practices and the concept of 'border thickness'. Her scholarly output reveals a consistent trajectory analyzing how European migration governance operates through domination rather than legitimate authority, examining the legal mechanisms that enable exclusionary practices while maintaining formal adherence to rule of law principles. Recent publications focus on the European Migration Pact, French immigration legislation, and the impact of the pandemic on constitutional safeguards. Senior Member of the Institut Universitaire de France Member of the Institut Convergences Migrations Member of the Scientific Committee of the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights Laureate of the Fondation pour les Sciences Sociales Professor Basilien-Gainche actively engages with policy debates through numerous conference presentations, scientific direction of research projects including the Moebius project on sovereignty and migration management, and participation in expert committees. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy challenges, particularly in the context of European migration governance and fundamental rights protection.

• Socio-economic policy
• Foreign and domestic policy of Russia
• Russian economic system development
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Grigory Alekseevich Yavlinsky is a Professor at the Department of Applied Economics, Faculty of Economic Sciences, National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE), where he has worked since 2005. His expertise spans socio-economic policy, Russian economic system development, and institutional economics. Doctor of Economics, Central Economics and Mathematics Institute (2005) Candidate of Economic Sciences (1978) Specialist in Labor Economics, Moscow Institute of National Economy (1973) His research focuses on socio-economic policy, Russian domestic and foreign policy, privatization, and the interplay of moral principles with global financial systems. His recent publications emphasize macro-level socio-economic analysis and institutional legitimacy. He has been involved in numerous research projects, including theories of modernization reforms, legitimization of private property, and post-Soviet economic recessions. His 2017 article 'Потеря будущего' and 2013 book 'Периферийный капитализм' highlight systemic challenges in Russian economic development. Honorary Diploma of HSE (2012) Yavlinsky teaches socioeconomics to economics and applied mathematics students, covering property relations and macroeconomic strategy. He also chairs expert councils on economic reforms and leads the Russian United Democratic Party 'Yabloko' (founded in 1993).

Kwame Badu Antwi-BoasiakoView profile

Professor

• Traditional Institutions and Democracy in Africa
• Decentralization
• Terrorism Studies
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Dr. Kwame Badu Antwi-Boasiako serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Government within the College of Liberal and Applied Arts at Stephen F. Austin State University. His full-time position includes teaching responsibilities in public policy, program evaluation, research methods, and American government. Research interests focus on: Traditional institutions and democratic development in African contexts Decentralization frameworks and governance models Terrorism dynamics and counter-extremism strategies Diversity implementation challenges in public sector organizations Policy evaluation methodologies and comparative governance analysis Publications demonstrate consistent focus on African governance systems, counterterrorism policy, and development challenges. Recent works (2022-2024) exhibit increased attention to Ghanaian political history and rural development, while maintaining long-standing expertise in security studies and diversity management. The scholarly output includes significant contributions through book reviews that critically engage with contemporary political and policy discourses.

• History of Europe and America
• Modern History
• Former Soviet Union
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Hiromi Komori is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Education within the Faculty of Education and Integrated Arts and Sciences, specializing in European history with focus on Baltic and post-Soviet studies. She has held this position since 2011, following academic appointments at Kyoto University (2006-2011) and the National Museum of Ethnology (2002-2006). Her work examines nation-building, memory politics, and social transformation in Estonia and neighboring regions through comparative historical frameworks. Komori's research explores the intersection of historical memory, citizenship policies, and national identity in post-Soviet societies. Key themes include: Reconfiguration of collective memory after Soviet collapse Ethnonational conflicts and integration policies Transnational citizenship in Baltic states Neoliberal reforms in post-socialist transitions Historical narratives in nation-building processes Her recent publications demonstrate sustained focus on Baltic memory politics and citizenship transformation, with articles spanning Cold War legacies, borderland identities, and welfare reforms. Methodologically, she employs comparative analysis across temporal (interwar vs. contemporary) and spatial (Estonia-Latvia comparisons) dimensions, frequently engaging with archival sources and policy documents. Komori leads multiple major research initiatives including: JSPS Grant: 'Transformation of the Concept of "Japanese" from Viewpoint of People of Multiple-Nationalities' (2024-2027) JSPS Grant: 'Modern History of Great Power Nationalism' (2023-2027) JSPS Grant: 'Reconsideration of republicanism' (2021-2026) JSPS Grant: 'Systemic transformation in former socialist countries' (2021-2024) She maintains active membership in scholarly associations including the Association for Russian and East European Studies, Japan Association of International Relations, and Comparative Politics Association.

• Sociology
• Chinese Film Industry
• Economic Sociology
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Seio Nakajima is a Professor at Waseda University's Graduate School of Asia-Pacific Studies, specializing in Sociology and Chinese Film Industry research. His work spans Cultural Studies , Media Sociology , and Network Analysis , with a focus on Chinese cinema's institutional dynamics and automobile industry transformation. Director of Research Institute of Auto Parts Industries (2024-2026) Concurrent Researcher at Waseda Center for a Carbon Neutral Society Research interests center on: Chinese cinematic field analysis using Bourdieu's field theory Prosumption dynamics in digital media (Bilibili/Nico Nico Douga) Sustainable automobile culture in carbon-neutral societies US-China strategic action fields in technology sectors His network analysis of Chinese film production organizations (1979-2013) created foundational datasets for economic sociology of cinema. Current projects examine: 2024-2029 Sustainable automobile culture social dimensions 2023 New media documentary industry in China 2023 Chinese film industry institutional evolution

Ferenc TakóView profile

Lecturer

• Philosophy
• Chinese Philosophy
• Japanese Studies
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Ferenc Takó is a Lecturer at the Department of Japanese Studies, Faculty of Humanities, Eötvös Loránd University (Budapest, Hungary). He holds a PhD in Philosophy, specializing in European interpretations of East Asian thought and Japanese receptions of Western philosophy. Key Research Areas: German reflections on Chinese/Japanese thought, Japanese philosophy of history, Max Weber studies, intercultural philosophical dialogue. Education: PhD in Philosophy (analyzed Max Weber's "Confucianism and Daoism" in historical context). Recent Publications: Focus on Tocqueville/Mill's China perspectives, Watsuji Tetsurō's family ethics, Shinto-Buddhist love concepts, and Weberian patrimonial bureaucracy analysis. Collaborations: Contributed to academic conferences on Japanese education, co-authored with researchers in Central/Eastern Europe. Key Themes: Critiques universal historical narratives, examines tension between Eurocentrism and East Asian self-interpretations, explores love/ethics in Japanese traditions. His work bridges Weberian sociology with East Asian intellectual history.

Guido CappelliView profile

Associate Professor

• Renaissance Studies
• Italian Literature
• Italian Humanism
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Guido Cappelli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Literary, Linguistic and Comparative Studies at the University of Naples L'Orientale, where he has been faculty since 2015. He holds a PhD in Italian Studies (Literatura umanistica) from the University of Messina and the Catholic University of Sacred Heart (Milan), completed in 1995. Cappelli is a prominent scholar in Renaissance studies with particular expertise in Italian humanism, political thought, and Mediterranean cultural history. His research interests focus on: Renaissance political theory and humanism Aragonese political thought in Southern Italy Mediterranean Humanism as a distinct cultural space The works of Giovanni Pontano and Francesco Patrizi The relationship between literature, politics, and cultural identity in Renaissance Italy Cappelli's scholarly output demonstrates a consistent trajectory examining how Renaissance humanists developed political theories that provided secular legitimization for emerging Renaissance states. His recent publications (2021-2025) reveal an increasingly sophisticated analysis of Mediterranean humanism as a transnational cultural phenomenon, particularly through his work with CESURA (Centro Europeo di Studi su Umanesimo e Rinascimento Aragonese), which he co-founded. Cappelli's academic contributions include: Over 80 scholarly publications including books, articles, and book chapters Co-founding and editing CESURA - Rivista Significant collaborative work with Fulvio Delle Donne on Mediterranean humanism Development of the 'Mediterranean Humanism' conceptual framework His research has established him as a leading figure in the study of Southern Italian Renaissance thought, particularly regarding the intersection of literature, politics, and cultural identity in the Mediterranean context. Cappelli's work bridges literary studies, history, and political philosophy, making significant contributions to our understanding of how Renaissance humanists conceptualized political authority and state formation.

• Relations between States and Religious Groups
• Social Doctrine of the Catholic Church
• Environmental Law and Religious Perspectives
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Laura De Gregorio serves as Associate Professor of Law and Religion (SSD GIUR-07/A) at the University of Florence's Department of Legal Sciences since 2018, following her researcher appointment (2009-2018) at the Faculty of Political Sciences Cesare Alfieri. Her institutional affiliations include the Doctoral Faculty in Legal Sciences (2022-present) and Departmental Board membership (2024-present). Her academic background includes: Law Degree (2002, summa cum laude ) from Catholic University of Milan PhD in Canon Law and Ecclesiastical Disciplines (2007) from University of Milan Gratianus Doctoral Program at Université Paris-Saclay/Institut Catholique de Paris (2002-2003) Her research centers on State-religion relations with distinctive expertise in pontifical diplomacy, Episcopal conferences, and comparative religious freedom frameworks—particularly examining Italian and Canadian contexts. Current investigations focus on religious cultural routes through the €450,000 PRIN-PNRR ITINEREL project, exploring how pilgrimage paths like Camino de Santiago embody European values. Her methodological approach integrates historical-legal analysis of Vatican diplomatic records, court decisions, and ecclesiastical documents with contemporary sociological perspectives. Recent scholarly output (2022-2024) demonstrates concentrated productivity in three interconnected domains: papal diplomatic practices (5 publications), Canadian religious freedom jurisprudence (4 publications), and religious food regulations (3 publications), appearing in leading journals including Il Diritto Ecclesiastico and Archivio Giuridico . Her supervision follows structured academic pathways requiring prerequisite coursework completion before thesis assignment in Canon Law, Law and Religions, or Religions and International Relations. Current funding includes the PRIN-PNRR ITINEREL project (€450,000), Departmental Excellence Project mobility grants, and three dedicated research fellowships. Public engagement constitutes significant scholarly translation through SCIENZESTATE and BRIGHT NIGHT initiatives, transforming research on religious heritage into accessible public formats—from Renaissance execution narratives to contemporary Camino de Santiago explorations.

Lisa TschörnerView profile

Researcher

• Sub-Saharan Africa
• Civil Wars
• Internal Conflicts
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Lisa Tschörner serves as a Researcher at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP), where she leads work in the Megatrends Africa project and contributes to SWP Brussels initiatives. Her expertise centers on Sub-Saharan Africa's political and security dynamics, with institutional affiliation spanning both Berlin-based research and EU policy engagement contexts since 2022. Her educational foundation includes an MA in International Conflict Studies from King's College London (2007-2008), which catalyzed over 15 years of field and research experience. Prior roles encompassed: Research Associate at University of Bremen (2016-2022) on DFG-funded conflict intervention studies Field operations with GIZ/Eirene across Sahel and Great Lakes regions (2009-2014) Freelance lecturing at Free University of Berlin (2014-2021) Dr. Tschörner's research investigates conflict systems through three interconnected lenses: military governance dynamics following Sahelian coups, Western policy adaptation to authoritarian realities, and local-global narrative interactions (e.g., 'Trumpist' perceptions in Africa). Her work reveals how regimes consolidate power through perceived anti-imperialism while exposing contradictions in civil society engagement under authoritarianism. Recent publications demonstrate consistent thematic evolution toward pragmatic policy frameworks for engaging military-led states. Analysis of Niger's failed jihadist dialogue (2024) and post-coup consolidation (2024) provides empirical grounding for her 2025 argument that Europe must develop differentiated engagement strategies reconciling member state interests with African political realities. As a policy-oriented researcher, she maintains active grant funding through SWP's institutional framework and the Megatrends Africa project. Her collaboration network spans: SWP colleagues (Denis M. Tull, Lena Gutheil) EU policy institutions via SWP Brussels Academic partners from prior University of Bremen affiliation Operating within SWP's Africa and Middle East research group, Dr. Tschörner contributes to Berlin's premier foreign policy think tank through evidence-based analysis that directly informs German and European security strategies. Her field-tested perspective bridges academic rigor and operational policy requirements in one of the world's most volatile regions.

• Chinese Political Culture
• Political Discourse
• Political Text Hermeneutics
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Professor Helene Shanruo Ning Zhang serves as Chair of the Department of Political Science and Special Advisor to China Programs at California Polytechnic State University. Her academic leadership spans both departmental administration and international academic collaboration initiatives. Her educational foundation includes a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara (2007) and a B.A. from Beijing University's School of International Relations (1999). This dual cultural academic background informs her distinctive research perspective. Professor Zhang's research centers on Chinese Political Culture and Political Text Hermeneutics , with pioneering work in developing Wen-Shi-Zhe Hermeneutics as a culturally embedded analytical framework. Her scholarship examines political discourse through the lens of the 'Legitimation-Hegemonization-Representation' Speech Act Trio while advancing methodologies for Inter-Civilizational Communication between China and the West. She integrates Interpretive Social Science and Discourse Analysis to bridge Eastern philosophical traditions with contemporary political analysis. Her scholarly contributions focus on epistemological foundations of hermeneutics in political science, Confucian political culture studies, and cross-civilizational dialogue frameworks. As Department Chair, she oversees academic programs while advancing the university's strategic engagement with Chinese academic institutions through her advisory role.

Sébastien BillioudView profile

Professor

• Modern and Contemporary Confucianism
• New Religious Movements
• Politics and Religion
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Sébastien Billioud is a Professor at University of Paris Cité and researcher at the French Institute of East Asian Studies (IFRAE) . His work bridges anthropology, sociology, and philosophy to analyze Confucianism's contemporary revival , Yiguandao religious dynamics , and cross-strait cultural/political interactions . Key Research Areas: Modern/contemporary Confucianism New Religious Movements in East Asia Politics-religion interplay in China/Taiwan Charisma and leadership structures Billioud's fieldwork across Hong Kong, Taiwan, and mainland China (2009–present) underpins his ethnographic approach. He meticulously documents Yiguandao's expansion , its syncretic practices , and state-religion negotiations , while tracing Confucianism's grassroots resurgence. Selected Publications: Reclaiming the Wilderness (Oxford 2020) Le Sage et le Peuple (CNRS 2014) Thinking Through Confucian Modernity (Brill 2012) Confucianism for the 21st Century (Göttingen 2023) His research reveals interdisciplinary trends in Confucian revivalism, showing how education , ritual innovation , and transnational networks reshape East Asian cultural landscapes. Scientific Recognition: Recipient of Prix Bernheim 2015 (Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres)

Christophe GrangerView profile

Associate Professor

• Socio-history
• Sociology of the body
• Historical sociology
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Christophe Granger is an Associate Professor with Habilitation to Direct Research (HDR) at the Faculty of Sports Sciences of the University of Paris-Saclay, where he conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of sociology, historical analysis, and bodily practices. Dr. Granger's research program centers on what he conceptualizes as a 'socio-history of bodily capital,' examining how bodily conduct, socializations, and physical embodiment shape social classifications and power relations. His work particularly investigates the construction of 'living sportily' within struggles over legitimate ways of being in society. His research spans multiple interconnected domains: Historical autonomization of sports spaces and spectacularization of sporting activities Sociology of bodily practices across various contexts (holidays, sport, beach, work) Historical sociology of sensitivities (noise, pain, boredom) as modes of social behavior construction Power relations among specialists in 'bodily matters' (medical professionals, legal authorities, State institutions, educational systems) Genesis of judgment categories that shape bodily categorizations in the social world Dr. Granger situates his empirical work within broader epistemological reflections on the social sciences, contributing to methodological discussions about studying embodied social practices through both historical and contemporary lenses.