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Elmedin Zunic is an Associate Professor at the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, University of Agder. His research focuses on intersections of art, conflict, and memory, particularly addressing themes of genocide, historical trauma, and cultural identity. He explores how artistic practices engage with unresolved historical legacies, notably through works examining the aftermath of the Srebrenica genocide and broader Balkan conflicts.
Key research areas include art's role in memorialization, post-conflict societies, and the representation of collective memory. His creative works often blend conceptual art with material symbolism, addressing existential themes through mediums like sculpture, installation, and text-based art. He contributes to academic discussions on diversity in art education and the ethical responsibilities of artists in socially engaged practices.
Zunic’s recent publications analyze the tension between artistic expression and historical accountability, with a focus on how contemporary art negotiates unresolved traumas. His work frequently appears in interdisciplinary contexts, bridging art history, cultural studies, and genocide scholarship. Research groups affiliations include 'Art and Conflict' and 'Arts and Social Relations', reflecting his commitment to socially impactful art research.
