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Beatrice Sica is a Professor of Italian Studies at University College London (SELCS), specializing in 20th-century Italian literature, cultural exchanges, and medical humanities. She leads research on Futurism, Fascism, magical realism, and pandemic-related literature. Her work bridges Italian studies with transnational perspectives, emphasizing cultural diplomacy and historical memory.
Administratively, she has served as Head of the Italian Section (2016-2017, 2019-2020) and admissions lead for UCL's arts programs. She evaluates academic roles globally and serves on doctoral committees across Europe. Her teaching innovations include creative writing workshops and puppetry-based language education for children.
Research highlights include award-winning studies on surrealist poetry and medical humanities. She explores children's literature addressing illness and non-traditional families, integrating theater and puppetry for educational outreach. Her 2020 article on puppetry and pandemic communication exemplifies this interdisciplinary approach.
- Awards: Fiorino d'argento (2008) for Italian Surrealist Poetry
- Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles and books on modern Italian literature, fascism, and cultural history
- Grants: Multiple research grants supporting transnational cultural studies projects
Her lab initiatives include collaborations with the Little Angel Theatre and Brighton Summer School of Puppetry, applying theater to health education and language learning.
