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Professor Thomas O Clancy is a leading academic in Celtic and Gaelic studies at the University of Glasgow, specializing in medieval Celtic literature, Scottish history, and onomastics. He holds the rank of Professor in the Department of Celtic & Gaelic. His research focuses on early medieval Scottish literature, saints’ cults, and place-name studies, with notable contributions to understanding Gaelic language and cultural history in Scotland.
Key research interests include:
- Medieval Celtic literature, particularly early Irish and Welsh texts
- Early medieval Scottish literature and the role of Gaelic
- Religious history, including saints’ cults and hagiography
- Place-name studies, particularly in Galloway and the Scottish Highlands
Notable projects include the Place-Names of Clackmannanshire and investigations into saints’ commemorations in Scottish place-names. He has supervised over 20 doctoral students, many focusing on medieval Celtic topics.
His articles span literary analysis, historical linguistics, and archaeological interpretation, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to cultural and linguistic change.
