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Dr Michael Brown is a Lecturer in Modern British History at Lancaster University, specializing in the cultural history of Britain (1760–1914). He holds leadership roles as Deputy Research Director and Postgraduate Research Director for History. His research focuses on medicine, surgery, war, gender, emotions, and the body, with a particular interest in materiality. Brown has held prestigious fellowships, including a Wellcome Trust Research Fellowship (2007–2010) and a Wellcome Trust Investigator Award (2016–2021). He leads major projects like the AHRC-funded The Victorian Hand (2024–2028), exploring embodiment and identity through historical lenses. His work bridges academic research with public engagement, including podcasts and films on surgical history and militarism.
- Education: BA History (University of York, 1998), MSc History of Science (Wellcome Institute/University of London, 1999), PhD History (University of York, 2004).
- Professional History: Lecturer at University of Kent (2005–2007), Senior Lecturer/Reader at University of Roehampton (2010–2022).
Research Interests: Medicine/surgery history, war and militarism, gender, emotions, body studies, material culture. Current projects include the Victorian Hand and late Victorian popular militarism.
Grants: AHRC Standard Research Grant (£846,900), Wellcome Trust Investigator Award (£628,760), among others.
Collaborations: London College of Fashion (Prof. Joanne Begiato), Centre for War and Diplomacy at Lancaster University.
