Eva Ulrike Pirker

Eva Ulrike Pirker is a Professor at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), affiliated with the Centre for Literary and Intermedial Crossings within the Faculty of Linguistics and Literary Studies. Her research focuses on Afrofuturism, comparative literary studies, and cultural narratives. She leads three major projects: Ties That Bind Us, FORMS: Cultural Narratives and Literary Forms, and Meritocracy and Literature. Active since 2008, her work spans 21 publications, including anthologies and peer-reviewed articles on topics like Zadie Smith’s Swing Time and transcultural trajectories. She frequently hosts academic visitors and chairs conferences, such as the 2024 BAAHE Conference. Her media engagements include discussions on post-racial narratives and Konkomba folklore preservation.

• Education: Not explicitly stated in text, inferred via academic rank and publications.
• Research Interests: Afrofuturism, Anglophone literature, narrative forms, meritocracy in literature, postcolonial studies, and intermediality.

Her recent articles explore themes like cultural care, transcultural resistance, and performative acts in media. Collaborations span multiple countries, reflecting her transcultural research focus. Awards or grants are not explicitly mentioned.