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Anna-Maria Hällgren is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer in Art History at the Department of Creative Studies (Teacher Education) at Umeå University. Holding a research qualification as a Docent, she focuses on visual culture studies and environmental humanities, with a particular emphasis on 19th-20th century cultural transitions. Her work bridges academia and public discourse through scholarly publications and media contributions.
Education:
- PhD in Art History from Stockholm University (2013)
- Postdoctoral research at Stockholm University
Research Interests: Hällgren explores intersections of art, environment, and cultural history. Her current project Unearthing Aesthetics: Natural Resources, Art, and Visual Culture, funded by the Swedish Research Council, investigates materiality and ecology in art. She co-edited Ekologisk konstvetenskap (2024) and Visuella kulturstudier, advancing methodologies in visual culture and environmental art science.
Grants:
- Swedish Research Council funding for Unearthing Aesthetics project
Public Engagement: Hällgren contributes to broader audiences via essays in Svenska dagbladet and public lectures, addressing themes like AI’s impact on art, climate ethics, and cultural memory. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates historical analysis with contemporary societal challenges.
