Martin Puchner

Martin Puchner is the Byron and Anita Wien Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Harvard University since 2011, with prior roles at Columbia University (2006-2010) and Cornell University (2004-2005). He specializes in modern drama and theatre, world literature, and philosophy.

• Education: Ph.D. in Comparative Literature (Harvard, 1998), M.A. (UC Santa Barbara/UC Irvine, 1994), Certificate (University of Bologna, 1993), B.A. equivalent in Philosophy and Comparative Literature (Konstanz, 1992).

His research focuses on modern drama and theatre, exploring intersections with world literature and philosophy. He has led initiatives like the Mellon Grant-funded Summer School of Theater and Performance Research (2010-2021) and held prestigious fellowships, including a Guggenheim Fellowship (2017) and a Cullman Center Fellowship (2017-2018). His academic leadership includes editorial roles at Litteraria Pragensia and coordination of the H2020 MSCA ITN European Joint Doctorate on migration and modernity.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Guggenheim Fellowship (2017)
  • Cullman Center Fellowship (2017-2018)
  • Mellon Grant (2010-2021)
  • James Russell Lowell Prize (2006)
  • Derek Bok Teaching Award (1997)