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Jakob Dahlbacka is a University Lecturer in Theology and Study of Religions at the Faculty of Arts, Psychology and Theology, Åbo Akademi University. His academic work centers on religious history, revivalist movements, and the material dimensions of faith, particularly within the Protestant tradition in Finland.
- Institution: Åbo Akademi University
- School: Faculty of Arts, Psychology and Theology
- Department: Theology and Study of Religions
- Role: University Lecturer
His research explores the intersections of religion, culture, and society, with a focus on 19th-century revivalism, priesthood, and religious materiality. He investigates how religious ideas and practices engage with broader societal transformations, especially in Nordic contexts.
The recent publications and conference activities indicate a sustained focus on revivalist movements, religious heritage, and memory. His work often bridges historical analysis with contemporary theological reflection, contributing to both academic and public discourse.
Scientific awards and honors have not been mentioned in the provided materials.
Jakob Dahlbacka is actively involved in academic supervision, mentoring postgraduate students such as Ulrika Lagerlöf Nilsson and Niklas Antonsson. He participates in organizing and presenting at key conferences in theology and religious studies, demonstrating strong engagement with the scholarly community. While specific grant funding is not detailed, his consistent publication output and event participation suggest active research support.
He is involved in collaborative research networks focusing on religious heritage, change in Northern religious contexts, and revivalist movements, often engaging with both historical and contemporary dimensions of faith practices.
