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Professor Penny Summerfield is a faculty member at the University of Aberdeen's School of Divinity, History, Philosophy & Art History, where she holds the academic rank of Professor. She specializes in historical and cultural studies, with a focus on topics such as death practices, funerary culture, and religious ethics. Her work includes the research project "Baggage for the Beyond: Contemporary UK Grave Goods Practices and Their Meanings," which explores modern burial customs through interviews and collaborations with institutions like the Vagina Museum. She has also contributed to initiatives such as the Care in Funerals Casebook, documenting diverse funeral experiences.
Professor Summerfield has been affiliated with several research centers, including the Centre for History and Philosophy of Science, Technology and Medicine, and the George W. Wilson Centre. She previously delivered lectures as part of the Dr Joan MacCormack Lecture Series, highlighting her expertise in early modernity and cultural history. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges historical analysis with contemporary social and ethical questions, particularly in religious contexts.
Her research also extends to projects like Race and Class in UK Religious Studies and Theology, addressing diversity and inclusion in academic disciplines. She remains active in organizing seminars, workshops, and public lectures, such as the Envisioning Women's Places series, and collaborates with global partners through initiatives like the Academy of Theology Malawi.
