Umberto Tulli

Umberto Tulli is an Associate Professor at the University of Trento, jointly affiliated with the Department of Literature and Philosophy and the School of International Studies (SSI). He teaches courses such as International History, Contemporary History I, II, and IV, and specializes in European integration, Cold War history, human rights, and transatlantic relations. His academic work is deeply rooted in contemporary European and international history.

His research interests include:

• History of human rights
• Cold War history
• American foreign policy
• European integration
• Transatlantic relations
• Environmental history (dams and movements)

The recent scholarly output of Umberto Tulli, as reflected in his conference papers, centers on the role of human rights in Cold War diplomacy, the evolution of European parliamentary democracy, and the intersection of sports and politics. His work frequently explores how cultural events like the Olympic Games were leveraged for ideological and diplomatic purposes, particularly during the Reagan and Carter administrations. Thematically, his research bridges political, cultural, and international history, with a strong emphasis on European institutions and U.S.-Europe relations.

Scientific awards and recognitions include:

• ASN - Abilitazione Scientifica Nazionale in Contemporary History and International Relations
• SiSi Prize for best PhD Dissertation (2010-2012)
• IOC Post Graduate Grant
• Ford Travel Grant
• SHAFR Fellowship
• René Cassin Prize for MA thesis on human rights
• Three-year PhD fellowship from the Italian Government

Umberto Tulli has served as a thesis supervisor and has held various research and teaching positions across Italian and international institutions, including the Max Planck Institute, Cornell University, and the University of Pittsburgh. He has not received specific mention of external grants in the text, but his fellowships and awards indicate sustained research funding. He is actively involved in academic service as a peer reviewer for numerous historical journals and book manuscripts.

He is a member of several scholarly societies, including:

• Sissco - Società Italiana per la Storia Contemporanea
• Sisam - Società Italiana Storia Ambientale
• SiSi - Società Italiana Storia Internazionale
• Transatlantic Studies Association (TSA)