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Thomas Renard is a Lecturer in Contemporary Art History and Director of the Department of Art History and Archaeology at the University of Nantes. He earned his PhD through a joint program between Paris-Sorbonne University and Ca' Foscari University in Venice in 2012, with a thesis on architecture and national identity in unified Italy (1861–1921).
His research focuses on heritage studies, urban identity, cultural memory, and commemorative practices, particularly in the Italian context. He explores how cities and monuments become symbols of national and regional identity, especially through exhibitions, literary memory sites (such as those associated with Dante), and the heritage value of ruins and post-industrial landscapes.
His recent publications reflect a strong engagement with critical heritage theory, analyzing topics such as the politicization of heritage, urban reconversion, and the role of heritage in social change. He has contributed to international discussions on these themes, including participation in academic conferences on heritage and urban transformation.
Notable research trends in his work include the interplay between architecture and nationalism, the heritagization of urban environments, and the layering of memory in historical cities. His scholarship often bridges art history, archaeology, and socio-political analysis.
He has not been mentioned in connection with any scientific awards, student supervision, or research grants in the provided text.
Thomas Renard is actively involved in academic leadership as department director and contributes to the scholarly community through publications and conference participation. There is no indication of retirement, part-time status, or former staff status.
