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Edward Smith serves as a Sessional Instructor in the Department of History at the University of Guelph and University of Guelph-Humber since 2000, teaching courses including Hist2260DE where he implements an innovative interactive eBook on Atlantic world religion.
His academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in History from the University of Guelph (2000)
- M.A. in History from McMaster University (1993)
- B.A. in History from McMaster University (1998)
Smith's research investigates the dynamic interplay between religion and society, emphasizing grassroots religious practices and 'lived experience' as frameworks for understanding historical communities. His current book project pioneers an interactive enhanced eBook format to explore Atlantic world religious history from 1500 to present, challenging traditional linear narratives through digital immersion.
His publication record reveals consistent scholarly engagement with Ontario's regional history, particularly Hamilton-Burlington medical institutions, religious identity formation, and community development. This body of work demonstrates interdisciplinary synthesis across religious studies, social history, and medical humanities with strong local archival foundations.
No scientific awards or major research grants are documented. Similarly, there is no evidence of graduate student supervision or laboratory/team affiliations within the available records.
