Christopher Rundle

Christopher Rundle is Full Professor at the Department of Interpretation and Translation at the University of Bologna, Italy, and Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Manchester, UK. He has made significant contributions to translation history research through authored and co-edited works focusing on translation practices in fascist and communist regimes.

• University of Bologna - Department of Interpretation and Translation
• University of Manchester - Honorary Research Fellow

His research explores translation history under totalitarian regimes, cultural exchange dynamics, and interdisciplinary methodologies. Key publications include Publishing Translations in Fascist Italy (2010), Translation Under Fascism (2010), and co-edited volumes on translation under communism. He coordinates the journal inTRAlinea and co-directs the History and Translation Network.

Recent articles examine translation censorship mechanisms, historical significance frameworks, and temporal dimensions in translation knowledge development. His work bridges translation studies with broader historical analysis, emphasizing translation's role as both cultural practice and political instrument.

Academic leadership includes directing the Department of Interpretation and Translation at Bologna. He contributes to translation pedagogy through initiatives like the Subtitle Project, which integrates student research into professional subtitling practices.