Eloi Ficquet

Éloi Ficquet is an Associate Professor at the École des hautes études en sciences sociales (EHESS) and a member of the Centre d'études en sciences sociales des faits religieux (CéSor). He serves as editor-in-chief of Cahiers d'études africaines. His research focuses on the intersection of anthropology, philology, and historical analysis, particularly examining power structures and religious dynamics in Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa from the 17th century to the present.

He directed the French Centre for Ethiopian Studies in Addis Ababa (2009–2012) and currently supervises Theme 2 of the FFJ initiative: 'Re-exploring the World and Breaking Down Barriers Between Cultural Areas: Contemporary Transitions and Transversalities'. His work engages with projects like 'Beyond the North-South: New territorialities between Asia and Africa' (NTAA, 2015–2018) and 'Triangulations and detours in African and Islamic studies in Japan' (2018–present). Key research themes include Ethiopian Muslim literatures (written and oral), identity politics, and cultural heritage policies.

He actively participates in academic activities such as conferences, seminars, and workshops through FFJ and affiliated networks. No specific scientific awards are mentioned in the provided materials.