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Renate Lafer is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of History, Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt, where she also serves as Head of Department and Study Program Director. She has been a faculty member since 1999 and was promoted to Assistant Professor in 2006.
Education:
- Mag. phil. in 1993
- Dr. phil. in 1998
- Studied ancient history, history, archaeology, and linguistics at the Universities of Graz and Vienna, with a research stay in Rome
Her research focuses on ancient history, particularly the Alpine-Adriatic region in antiquity, Roman North Africa, Latin epigraphy, military structures in antiquity, and entertainment culture in Rome. She also investigates the history of mentality in classical antiquity. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates epigraphic, archaeological, and historical methodologies.
Although no recent publications are listed in the provided text, her research profile suggests sustained engagement with regional Roman studies, cultural history, and ancient social structures.
Scientific Awards:
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She has supervised academic programs and led departmental initiatives. There is no mention of specific grants or funded projects in the available information. She previously collaborated on the project 'Styria in the 20th Century' at the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute in Graz from 1997 to 1998.
Renate Lafer is actively involved in teaching and institutional leadership within the Department of Ancient History and contributes to the broader academic community through curriculum development and program direction.