Florence Jullien

Florence Jullien is a CNRS Research Director (DR2) at the Center for Research on the Iranian World (CeRMI) since 2024, focusing on the history of Syriac monasticism (4th–14th centuries). Her work spans Late Antique and medieval Christian traditions, intercultural exchanges, and critical editions of Syriac texts.

Educational Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Religious Sciences (EPHE V, Paris, 2000)
• Qualification by the National Council of Universities (section 21, 2005, 2010)
• Accreditation to Direct Research (MMSH, Aix-en-Provence, 2007)

Her research explores Syriac Christian monasticism, female monasticism, and intercultural transmissions between East and West. Current projects include critical editions of the Book of Monastic Founders, studies on the Persian monk Mar Giwargis, and collaborations with institutions like the University of Padua, Ghent, and the Bose Monastic Community.

Scientific Awards:

• 2009 Prix Jean Bordin (Académie des Inscriptions et Belles Lettres)
• 2003 Prix Salomon Reinach (Académie des Inscriptions et Belles Lettres)

Administrative & Editorial Roles:

• Co-responsible for Sourc-e-book (TransPerse ANR program)
• Editorial Secretary of Cahiers de Studia Iranica
• Member of committees for Res Orientales, Abstracta Iranica, and the Society for Syriac Studies