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Simone Rebora is an Associate Professor in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at the University of Verona, specializing in Comparative Literature with a strong focus on Digital Humanities. His academic work bridges traditional literary scholarship with computational approaches, making significant contributions to how we understand literature in the digital age.
Professor Rebora's research interests span Comparative Literature, Digital Humanities, Empirical Study of Literature, and Computational Methods for Literary Analysis. He investigates how digital technologies transform reading practices, literary analysis, and the preservation of textual heritage, with particular attention to the relationship between literature and prosocial behavior.
His recent scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on digital approaches to literary studies, with publications covering computational methods, digital editions of literary works (particularly Robert Musil's writings), OCR technology for historical documents, and the impact of digital media on reading comprehension. These works reflect his interdisciplinary approach that combines literary theory with empirical research methods.
- Member of EREAD research group studying differences between reading on paper and on screen
- Participant in ELIT (Empirical Study of Literature Innovative Training Network), a Horizon 2020 Project
- Member of Internationale Robert Musil Gesellschaft (IRMG)
- Involved with DAIH (Digital Arena for Inclusive Humanities), CRIER, and SKENÈ research centers
Professor Rebora actively supervises students across multiple degree programs and serves in significant institutional roles including Department Council membership, Teaching Committee participation, and as Departmental Teaching Representative. His commitment to both research excellence and educational innovation makes him a central figure in advancing Digital Humanities at the University of Verona.