Gueorgui Kassianov

Gueorgui Kassianov serves as Professor at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS) in Lublin, Poland, affiliated with the Faculty of Political Science and Journalism and the Institute of International Relations. He leads the Laboratory for International Memory Studies, where he conducts research at the intersection of historical memory and contemporary international relations, particularly focusing on Eastern European contexts.

His research portfolio spans international relations with particular emphasis on Ukraine, memory politics, war narratives, nation building, and the politics of history. Professor Kassianov examines how historical interpretations shape current geopolitical tensions, with significant attention to textbook content, genocide studies, and the construction of national identity in post-Soviet states. His work frequently analyzes the relationship between Russia, Ukraine, and Poland through the lens of contested historical narratives.

With 83 publications to his name, his scholarly impact is evidenced by an h-index of 13 (Google Scholar), 5 (Scopus), and 4 (Web of Science). His research has accumulated a total impact factor of 11.8, a SNIP score of 7.699, and a CiteScore of 15.2, demonstrating substantial influence in the field of international relations and memory studies.

Professor Kassianov maintains active scholarly profiles through ORCID (0000-0003-1996-0362), Google Scholar, Scopus, and Web of Science. His research contributes significantly to understanding how historical memory functions as both a political tool and obstacle in contemporary international relations, particularly in regions experiencing historical reconciliation challenges.