Lou Pfeiffer

Lou Pfeiffer is a Researcher and Lecturer in the Department of English and American Studies at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, affiliated with the Chair of English Cultural and Literary Studies under Prof. Dr. Claudia Lillge. They hold an M.A. in Anglophone Literatures, Cultures and Media and a B.A. in Political Science & English Studies from Goethe University Frankfurt.

• PhD Student at FAU (2025–present)
• PhD Student at Goethe University Frankfurt (2024–2025)
• Research Associate and Lecturer at FAU (2025–present)
• Tutor and Student Assistant at Goethe University Frankfurt (2020–2024)

Their research centers on Gender and Queer Studies, particularly how adaptations of classical texts interrogate contemporary constructions of gender, queerness, and patriarchy. Key areas include the reception of myths, cultural memory, and postcolonial perspectives in modern retellings. Lou's current project explores contemporary adaptations of the Trojan War and their reconfiguration of gender myths.

Lou has not published any articles yet, as per the available information. No scientific awards have been listed in the provided text.

Lou has served as a tutor and student assistant, indicating teaching and mentoring experience, though no formal PhD or Master’s students are currently listed. They have been involved in academic instruction and supervision at Goethe University Frankfurt and now continue this role at FAU. There is no mention of research grants in the provided material.

Lou is part of the research team under the Chair of English Cultural and Literary Studies at FAU, contributing to a scholarly environment focused on literary theory, cultural studies, and interdisciplinary approaches to Anglophone literatures.