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Jerzy Gorzelik is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Arts Studies within the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Silesia in Katowice. He holds a doctorate from the University of Wrocław and graduated from Jagiellonian University. His academic work centers on art history with a focus on Central European art, particularly in Upper Silesia from the 16th to the 20th centuries. His research explores the intersections of art, national and confessional identities, cultural heritage, and collective memory. He investigates how artistic expressions have been used in the discursive construction of imagined communities, especially in contested borderlands like Upper Silesia. His interests include wooden and industrial architecture, sacred art, museum practices, and the role of art in nationalist narratives. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on heritage discourse, national identity formation, and the symbolic use of architecture and sculpture in Central Europe. His work analyzes how nationalisms—Polish, German, and Silesian—have instrumentalized art and heritage to legitimize political claims and shape regional identity. Themes such as the postcolonial critique of museum curation, the historiography of art history, and the interplay between Catholicism and nationalism recur across his scholarly output. Jerzy Gorzelik is actively engaged in public outreach, having conducted lectures, workshops, and educational projects on Silesian art history in collaboration with institutions such as the House of Polish-German Cooperation and the Foundation Dom Modernisty. He has also contributed to academic discourse through platforms like ResearchGate, Academia.edu, and Google Scholar, and maintains an ORCID profile (0000-0001-6405-9835).

• Art History
• Central European Art
• National Identity
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Dr. Sabina Owsianowska is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Tourism and Recreation , University School of Physical Education in Cracow , Poland. She has been actively involved in teaching Polish and international students since 2006, particularly through the LLP-Erasmus program. MA in Tourism Studies (University School of Physical Education in Cracow, 2001) PhD in Humanities (University School of Physical Education in Cracow, 2005) Her research focuses on tourism anthropology , examining tourism as a cultural and social phenomenon , with special interest in: Socio-cultural dimensions of leisure Gender issues in tourism Media influence on tourism Semiotics of tourist experiences Cultural and heritage tourism Her academic contributions include: Co-editor of Anthropology of Tourism in Central and Eastern Europe (Rowman & Littlefield, 2018) Editorial board member of Folia Turistica journal since 2014 Co-editor of multiple thematic issues in tourism anthropology Dr. Owsianowska has: Published 9 book chapters Contributed to refereed journals and conference proceedings Authored critical reviews of contemporary tourism research Key collaborative projects include work with: Dr. Marek Banaszkiewicz Prof. Nelson Graburn Prof. Maria Della Lucia Dr. Elena Giudici

• Tourism Studies
• Cultural Tourism
• Semiotics of Tourism
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Gabriela Jarzębowska-Lipińska is an Assistant Professor at the School of Liberal Arts, University of Warsaw, specializing in Critical Animal Studies and Environmental Humanities. Her work examines interspecies relations through historical, cultural, and sociological lenses. Education: PhD in Cultural and Religious Studies (2020, University of Warsaw) International Experience: Fulbright Junior Fellow (2018–2019), visiting scholar at Linköping University (2016) and UC Santa Cruz (2019) Research focuses on animal representation in culture, environmental conflict rhetoric, and modernity's impact on human-animal relations. She explores topics like rat extermination as cultural practice, interspecies ethics in state socialism, and posthumanist collectives. Her recent publications address factory farming as capitalist imagination failure, animal biographies, and urban rodent media narratives. Key scientific contributions include the concept of "species cleansing" and critical analysis of sanitary discourse in totalitarian regimes. She advocates for animal welfare frameworks that challenge anthropocentric policies.

• Critical Animal Studies
• Environmental Humanities
• Rhetoric of Environmental Conflicts
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Dr. Radosław Sierocki serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Sociology at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland. His academic profile demonstrates sustained scholarly engagement since at least 2008, with increasing publication output in recent years. Dr. Sierocki maintains an active research agenda focused on the intersection of sociology, religion, and digital media, with particular attention to how religious institutions adapt to contemporary communication environments. Dr. Sierocki's research interests center on the sociology of religion, especially examining the Roman Catholic Church's presence and practices in digital spaces. His work investigates how religious communities navigate social media platforms, with multiple publications analyzing Catholic Facebook communities in Poland through social network analysis. He also explores broader themes of digital mediatization, algorithmic culture's impact on religious authority, and the transformation of religious practices in online environments. His scholarship extends to political discourse analysis, particularly examining pandemic communication strategies and metaphorical framing in media coverage of major crises. Analysis of Dr. Sierocki's publication trajectory reveals a clear evolution from foundational work on religious practices in new media (2016-2018) to increasingly sophisticated analyses of digital religious communities (2021) and most recently to examining algorithmic culture in religious contexts (2024) and comparative pandemic-war metaphor analysis (2025). His methodological approach combines qualitative discourse analysis with quantitative social network techniques, demonstrating versatility in research methods. The consistent thematic focus on religion's digital transformation, coupled with responsiveness to contemporary events like the pandemic and Ukrainian war, highlights both theoretical depth and practical relevance in his work. Dr. Sierocki maintains professional contact through his university email address (radoslaw.sierocki@uwm.edu.pl) and institutional phone number (89 524 65 90), indicating active participation in the academic community at University of Warmia and Mazury. His scholarly contributions appear in both Polish and international publications, reflecting engagement with academic discourse across linguistic contexts.

• Sociology of Religion
• Digital Religion
• Media Studies
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Dr. hab. Jolanta Szymkowska-Bartyzel, prof. UJ, is a Full Professor at Jagiellonian University's Faculty of International and Political Studies, specializing in American Studies and Polish Diaspora Research. She holds positions as the Erasmus PLUS Programme Coordinator and member of the Discipline Council for Cultural and Religious Studies, as well as the Faculty Electoral Commission. Education: Graduate in Film Studies from Jagiellonian University Doctoral dissertation on American myths and cultural motifs in television advertising Research Interests: Americanization and anti-Americanism American popular culture's impact in Poland Intercultural dialogue and transnational identity Cultural diplomacy and media analysis Key Contributions: Co-organized the American Dream exhibition at Kraków's National Museum (2009) Authored monographs like Our Imagined America (2015) and The American Myth - the Polish Consumer (2006) Presented globally at conferences in Hungary, Czech Republic, Malta, and Portugal Grants & Projects: Principal investigator in NCN-funded projects on transatlantic relations and cultural differences Coordinated international exchange programs with Radboud University and Universität Duisburg-Essen Labs/Teams: Active in the Institute of American Studies and Polish Diaspora’s research groups focusing on transnational cultural dynamics and media studies.

• Americanization and anti-Americanism
• American popular culture
• Intercultural dialogue
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Ryszard Lenczewski is a distinguished Professor of Film Art at The Leon Schiller National Higher School of Film, Television and Theatre in Łódź, where he has served as a lecturer at the Cinematography Department since his graduation in 1974. He held the position of Vice-Dean from 2008 to 2014 and has been instrumental in shaping generations of Polish cinematographers. As a member of prestigious film organizations including the Society of Cinematographers (PSC), the European Film Academy (EFA), the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), and the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), Lenczewski has established himself as a significant figure in international cinema. Lenczewski's research and creative interests span cinematography, film art, documentary filmmaking, visual storytelling, and camera techniques. His extensive filmography demonstrates mastery across feature films, documentaries, and television productions, with notable works including the Oscar-winning film "Ida" (2013) where he served as cinematographer. His approach combines technical precision with profound artistic expression, emphasizing visual narrative and emotional depth through innovative camera work and lighting techniques. Throughout his career, Lenczewski has supervised numerous student films, guiding emerging talent in cinematography techniques and visual storytelling. His pedagogical approach emphasizes hands-on experience and creative experimentation, reflected in the diverse range of student projects he has mentored from 2013 through 2025. 2013 Decoration Silver Medal for Merit to Culture - Gloria Artis 2015 Golden Camera 300 Lifetime Achievement Award at the Manaki Brothers Film Festival 2018 Gold Medal "Gloria Artis - For Merit to Culture" 2019 "Golden Glan" award from Charlie cinema in Łódź 2020 Society of Cinematographers (PSC) Lifetime Achievement Award 2022 Polish Filmmakers Association Award 2024 Silver Cross of Merit Lenczewski's creative output reveals a consistent exploration of visual narrative techniques, with recent student projects focusing on experimental cinematography, sensory film experiences, and innovative approaches to time, space, and emotion in visual storytelling. His work demonstrates mastery across documentary, feature film, and educational contexts, establishing him as a versatile and influential figure in contemporary cinematography.

• Cinematography
• Film Art
• Documentary Filmmaking
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Monika Rosińska is an Assistant Professor at SWPS University's Faculty of Design in Warsaw, where she serves as Head of the Department of Design Theory and Research and as Dean's Representative for Interdisciplinarity. She is affiliated with both the Institute of Social Sciences and the Design Institute within the university. Her research focuses on the socio-cultural dimensions of design practices, with particular expertise in non-anthropocentric design, science and technology studies (STS), and critical/speculative design approaches. She investigates the history of design within political, social and cultural contexts, and examines the sociology of objects in everyday life. Dr. Rosińska explores why the creative process extends beyond form and function, pursues definitions of "good design," and investigates what matters to contemporary designers. Her scholarly work reveals consistent themes across publications, with recent research increasingly focused on multi-species communities and non-anthropocentric approaches to design. Her 2019 paper "Zoepolis: Non-anthropocentric design as an experiment in multi-species care" represents a significant contribution to this emerging field, building on earlier work exploring urban revitalization and participatory design. Dr. Rosińska has curated exhibitions including "Zoepolis. Design for Plants and Animals," which serves as both research output and practical exploration of her theoretical frameworks. Her publications span from foundational works on collective behaviors ("Deindywiduacja. Socjologia zachowań zbiorowych") to cutting-edge explorations of AI in visual arts (2025). She actively contributes to academic discourse through platforms including Google Scholar, ResearchGate, Academia.edu, and ORCID, maintaining visibility across multiple scholarly networks. Her work bridges sociology and design in innovative ways that challenge traditional disciplinary boundaries.

• Sociology of Design
• Non-anthropocentric Design
• Science and Technology Studies
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Dr. Sonia Rammer is a Professor at the University of Arts in Poznań, serving as Head of the Art Studio in an Intercultural Perspective at the Faculty of Artistic Education and Curating. She also holds significant administrative positions including Vice-Dean of the Faculty and Member of the Scientific Council. Her work uniquely bridges artistic practice with psychological insights, creating an interdisciplinary approach to art creation and education. Dr. Rammer's educational background demonstrates her dual expertise in both psychology and fine arts. She completed psychology studies at Adam Mickiewicz University (2003-2010), specializing in clinical psychology, alongside concurrent studies in painting and art education at the Academy of Fine Arts in Poznań. She earned her habilitation degree in visual arts and art conservation in 2019. Her research interests focus on the psychological dimensions of creativity, cross-cultural artistic exchange, and posthumanist perspectives. Rammer critically examines anthropocentric views through works that explore interspecies relationships and the fluid boundaries between human and non-human entities. Her art often emerges from international residencies in extreme environments like Greenland, Nepal, and Iceland, where she engages with local cultures and ecological contexts. Her recent artistic output shows a consistent exploration of Arctic themes, cultural translation, and identity transformation. The 'Woman Who Thought She Was a Dog' series (2022-2024) from her Greenland residency exemplifies her approach, using minimalist video installations to provoke reflection on species boundaries and human exceptionalism. Her work spans performance, video, photography, and installation, often incorporating cross-cultural misunderstandings as conceptual frameworks. As an educator since 2011, Rammer teaches psychology and psychology of creativity while mentoring students through her studio practice. Her leadership roles include chairing the Faculty Recruitment Committee and serving on the University Senate, demonstrating her commitment to academic development. Dr. Rammer maintains active international collaborations through prestigious residencies including Arctic Culture Lab (Greenland), Marpha Foundation (Nepal), and Baer Art Center (Iceland). She also collaborates with the Faculty of Geographical and Geological Sciences of Adam Mickiewicz University on artistic research in Spitsbergen, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary work.

• Cross-cultural Art
• Psychology of Creativity
• Posthumanism
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Professor Lucyna Przybylska is a social scientist affiliated with the University of Gdańsk's Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Spatial Economy. Her work focuses on sacralization processes, public space dynamics, and the interplay between religion, tourism, and urban development. A graduate of geography and theology, she employs observational methods and digital tools to explore topics like roadside memorials, flag displays, and pilgrimage practices. Her research projects include long-term studies on 'Sacralization of Public Spaces in Poland' and 'Accident Crosses on Polish Roads,' with Gdynia frequently serving as a case study. She emphasizes critical source analysis and visual literacy in her pedagogy, guiding students through essay and photo-essay projects. Recent publications analyze the proliferation of roadside memorials and crosses in post-communist Poland, flag symbolism in urban landscapes, and the socio-spatial functions of maritime pilgrimages. Her work bridges cultural geography with sociology, offering insights into how communities negotiate meaning in shared spaces.

• Cultural Geography
• Religious Studies
• Urban Sociology
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Ewa Kępa is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Cultural Studies, University of Białystok, specializing in gender studies, autoethnography, and contemporary cultural identity. She teaches aesthetics, cultural theory, visual anthropology, and interdisciplinary methodologies, including English-language workshops. She collaborates internationally with universities in Spain and Italy. Her research examines feminine identity construction through craft practices (knitting, pottery), DIY culture, and autobiographical narratives. Work explores themes of cultural resistance, material heritage, and gendered labor in Polish contexts. She publishes on folk traditions, craftivism, and post-communist cultural memory. Key domains include textile subcultures, domestic ritual objects, and ethnographic approaches to everyday life. She integrates feminist frameworks with visual and material culture analysis. Administrative roles include coordinating Erasmus+ programs and serving on editorial boards for gender studies journals. Office location: Faculty of Cultural Studies building.

• Gender Studies
• Autoethnography
• Cultural Identity
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Dr Michał Wolski is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Editing, University of Wrocław’s Faculty of Philology. Specializing in literature and film studies, he holds degrees in Polish Philology (editing), Journalism, and Typography. His research focuses on vampire imagery, pop culture, comic book theory, and text aesthetics. Education: M.A. in Polish Philology (editing spec.), Journalism & Creative Writing, Academic Typography. PhD (2017): The Imagination of the Vampire in the Face of Models of the Contemporary Antihero . Research Interests: Cultural analysis of vampires in media, typographic design in publishing, superhero narratives, adaptation strategies, and Polish popular culture history. Publications: Authored Sensitive Bloodsuckers (2020), edited Lexicon of (Less Known) Vampire Films (2018), and published over 40 articles in journals like Zeszyty Komiksowe and Journal of Adaptation in Film and Performance . Leadership: Founded the Trickster research association, organized 20+ conferences, and contributed to 13 monographs on pop culture. Co-manages the POPkultura–POPliteratura book series. Projects: Led CLARIN infrastructure work (2013–2015) and editorial projects on vampire films. Currently oversees Stanisław Vincenz Archive initiatives. Labs/Teams: Active in the Department of Editorial Studies and Wrocław’s pop culture research networks.

• Literary Studies
• Film Studies
• Comic Book Theory
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Dr hab. Barbara Niścior, currently an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Painting and Drawing within the Faculty of Arts at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University , has dedicated her career to Art Education and Visual Arts . Born in 1995, she graduated from the University's Artistic Education Institute and has worked at the Faculty of Arts since 1998. Specializes in educational art projects and cultural animation Active internationally with 140+ collective exhibitions and 8 solo shows Recipient of 6 international awards and 2 significant medals Her research focuses on creative pedagogy , student-led art projects , and interdisciplinary collaborations with Earth Sciences departments. She has co-authored three collective monographs and published multiple book chapters since 2013, emphasizing practical applications of art education. Scientific Honors: Bronze Medal for Long Service (President of Poland) Lublin 700th Anniversary Medal Multiple international painting competition awards As an artist and educator, she has mentored over 30 student projects in Cultural Animation , including installations for Lublin's Night of Culture events from 2014 to 2022. Her work often intersects with environmental themes, evidenced by projects like 'EKO-MODA' and 'Żywioły w cyklu Ziemi'.

• Art Education
• Visual Arts
• Painting
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Bartłomiej Maliszewski is a Professor at the Centre for Polish Language and Culture for the Polish Diaspora and Foreigners at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin. He has held academic positions since 2002, progressing from Assistant to his current role as Professor since 2024. His work spans language education, metaphor analysis, and multimodal communication. Employment: 2002–Present at UMCS Academic Rank: Professor (2024) Projects: Led 5 Polish language promotion initiatives (2019–2024) Research focuses on Polish language teaching methodologies, metaphorical representations in media, and multimodal educational tools. His "Gramatyka z kulturą" book series integrates grammar with cultural knowledge. He specializes in overcoming Slavic language interference in Polish learners. Academic contributions include 15 recent articles on grammar instruction, metaphor analysis, and Polish language culture. His work appears in journals like Acta Universitatis Lodziensis and Poradnik Językowy . Awards: Medal of the National Education Commission (2012), UMCS Rector's Award (2020) Teaching: Polish language certification exam trainer for international students Publications: 2 monographs, 41+ academic works

• Polish as a Foreign Language
• Language Education Methodology
• Linguistic Worldview
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Dorota Piekarczyk is a full Professor at the University of Marie Curie-Skłodowska (UMCS) in Lublin, Poland, affiliated with the Faculty of Languages, Literatures and Cultures. She has served since 2002 and held the position of Deputy Director at the Institute of Polish Philology from 2013-2019. Her research focuses on the intersections of language and cognition, particularly through semantic analysis , pragmatic frameworks , and linguistic worldview studies. She specializes in paratextual elements of publications, examining how covers, blurbs, and series information shape reader expectations and societal knowledge reception. The 2020 monograph on book covers represents her most comprehensive work on paratextual analysis. Her recent publications (2020-2019) investigate paratextual persuasion techniques popular culture integration in science communication publisher-reader dynamics while maintaining long-term contributions to floral categorization studies and cognitive schemata in texts. Scientific achievements include 2014 Prime Minister's Award for 'Metafory metatekstowe' ORCID: 0000-0002-8859-7897 648 total ministerial points across 12 publications

• Semantics
• Pragmatics
• Linguistic Worldview
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Dr. Anna Bendrat is an Assistant Professor at the Department of English and American Studies, Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, Poland. A scholar in Rhetoric, American Drama, and Cognitive Poetics, she is actively involved in interdisciplinary research, particularly through the Cognitive Studies Team and the International Federation for Theatre Research (IFTR). Her research interests span Rhetoric, Social Communication, Identity Studies, New Media, and Affect Studies. She has led the EU Erasmus+ project MigraMedia (2023–2026) and co-founded the journal New Horizons in English Studies . Her work bridges academic rigor with public engagement, including organizing the Media in America, America in Media conference series. Anna’s recent publications interrogate urban trauma in Pulitzer-winning drama, AI’s role in reconstructing memory, and cognitive texture in multi-perspective narratives. Her scholarly activities are enriched by editorial roles in Res Rhetorica and New Horizons in English Studies , alongside grants for research in New York and Poland. She mentors the UMCS Philology Student Circle, promoting anglophone cultures, and maintains a focus on Polish-American academic collaborations. Her research team explores digital rhetoric, migration narratives, and the intersection of literature with cognitive theory.

• Rhetoric
• Social Communication
• Identity Studies
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