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Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Stephan Merl is a full Professor of East European History at the University of Bielefeld, affiliated with the Faculty of History, Philosophy and Theology and the Department of Eastern European History. He has held this position since 1991 and is also associated with the School of Historical Research and the alumni network within the department. Additionally, he serves as the University Representative for International Relations.
- Born: 7 September 1947, Hamburg
- Education:
- First State Examination, University of Hamburg (1975)
- Dr. phil., University of Hamburg (1979)
- Second State Examination, Hamburg (1980)
- Habilitation, Free University of Berlin (1990)
His research interests center on Eastern European History, with additional expertise in Social and Economic History, Comparative Health and Social Policy, and International Agricultural Policy. His academic career includes research fellowships and associate positions at institutions such as the Free University of Berlin and Justus Liebig University Giessen prior to his professorship.
Although specific publications are not listed in the provided text, his long-standing academic role and international honors suggest a sustained research trajectory in 20th-century European history, particularly focusing on socio-political and economic developments in Eastern Europe.
Scientific Awards and Honors:
- Honorary Doctorate, Yaroslavl State Pedagogical University (1998)
- Honorary Doctorate, Mongolian State University of Pedagogy, Ulan Bator (2003)
Prof. Merl has held leadership and representative roles, including Acting Chair for Comparative Health and Social Policy and ongoing duties as University Representative for International Relations. There is no mention of research grants or specific advising activities in the provided information.
He is affiliated with key research and academic structures at Bielefeld University, including the School of Historical Research and the Alumni network within his department, indicating active engagement in departmental and scholarly community life.
