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Willem Kloosterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Atlantic History
• Colonialism
• Age of Revolutions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Willem Klooster is a Professor of History at Clark University, where he has been since 2003. He holds a B.A. in Sociology (1983) and M.A. in History (1987) from the University of Groningen, and a Ph.D. in History from the University of Leiden (1995). His research focuses on the Atlantic World (15th–19th centuries), including comparative colonialism, the Age of Revolutions (1776–1824), and Caribbean history. He has authored or co-authored major works such as The Cambridge History of the Age of Atlantic Revolutions (2023) and Jewish Entanglements in the Atlantic World (2023). His recent scholarship explores topics like Dutch slave trade diplomacy, colonial failure in Cayenne, and the role of sailors in the Dutch Atlantic. He has presented widely on themes ranging from Jewish agency in revolutions to the historiography of Atlantic empires. Klooster’s work bridges transnational and comparative approaches, emphasizing how imperial rivalries, economic networks, and social movements shaped the early modern Atlantic. His 2019 essay The Cost of Deprivation: Sailors in the Dutch Atlantic highlights labor conditions and their impact on colonial collapse. His publications include book chapters, refereed journal articles, and reviews in venues like New England Quarterly and Colonial Latin American Review . Klooster is also the Robert H. and Virginia N. Scotland Endowed Chair in History and International Relations at Clark University.

Scherezade García-Vazquezمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Visual Arts
• Cultural Studies
• Migration Narratives
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Scherezade García-Vazquez is an Assistant Professor of Studio Art (Painting & Drawing) at the University of Texas at Austin. Her work explores allegories of history, migration, collective memory, and cultural colonization through painting, printmaking, and installation art. She holds an AAS from Altos de Chavón School of Design, a BFA from Parsons School of Design | The New School, and an MFA from The City College of New York, CUNY. Her research interests center on cross-cultural narratives, diasporic identities, and the intersection of art with political and social history. Key exhibitions include solo/duo shows at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Art Museum of the Americas, and Lehman College Art Gallery. Her work is in permanent collections of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, El Museo del Barrio, and others. Awarded the Joan Mitchell Foundation Grant (2015) and Colene Brown Art Prize (2020), she is a member of the Artist Advisory Council of Arts Connection and the College Art Association Board of Directors (2020–2024). Her edited monograph Scherezade García: From This Side of the Atlantic (2020) critically examines her artistic practice.

Rita Covasمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Behavioural Ecology
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Cooperative Breeding
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rita Covas is a Principal Researcher at CIBIO-InBIO, Universidade do Porto, with a focus on behavioural and evolutionary ecology . Her work explores the causes and consequences of sociality and cooperation in avian species, particularly in island environments. She leads long-term studies on the Sociable Weaver (Philetairus socius) in South Africa, investigating cooperation dynamics and population responses to climate extremes . Collaborations include institutions like the University of Cape Town, CNRS France, and the University of Zurich. Key Projects Cooperation and population dynamics in Sociable Weavers (ERC-funded) Conservation implications of sociality in Southern Ground-Hornbills Island adaptation mechanisms in birds (global comparative studies) Research Themes Physiological costs of dominance (oxidative stress in females) Signaling in cooperative behaviors Host-parasite interactions in island and mainland ecosystems Maternal effects on offspring begging behavior Funding sources include the ERC , FCT , DST/NRF (South Africa), and Marie Curie programs . Her recent publications (2024-2018) emphasize cooperative breeding , social dominance trade-offs , and island-specific evolutionary patterns . She supervises students in programs like the Mestrado em Biodiversidade, Genética e Evolução at the University of Porto and Cape Town. Collaborative Networks : Claire Doutrelant (CNRS), Matthieu Paquet (Swedish Agricultural University), Martim Melo (CIBIO-InBIO), and Susie Cunningham (University of Cape Town). Her lab work at CIBIO-InBIO integrates field data from Africa, France, and the Gulf of Guinea islands.

• Environmental Archaeology
• Medieval Archaeology
• Palaeoecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexander Brown is a researcher at the University of Reading, specializing in environmental archaeology and medieval landscape transformation. His work spans interdisciplinary studies across the Baltic region, the Severn Estuary, and Europe, focusing on palaeoenvironmental analysis, land-use changes, and the ecological impact of historical events like the Crusades and Black Death. His research combines pollen analysis, geochemical methods, and multi-proxy studies to reconstruct human-environment interactions during the Iron Age, Neolithic, and medieval periods. Key collaborations include Professor Alfred Pluskowski and other Baltic archaeologists. Recent publications highlight his expertise in Medieval frontier ecology Island archaeology in Mauritius Baltic colonization Coastal environmental change Geochemical and palynological methods He has contributed to edited volumes on the Archaeology of the Prussian Crusades and Prehistoric Coastal Communities , emphasizing comparative case studies in Spain and the eastern Baltic.

Michael Wilcoxمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Indigenous Archaeology
• Native American History
• Ethnic Identity Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Wilcox is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Cultural and Social Anthropology at Stanford University, affiliated with the Emmett Interdisciplinary Program in Environment and Resources under the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. He joined Stanford in 2001 as an Assistant Professor and specializes in Indigenous Archaeology, Native American ethnohistory, and colonial studies. His research focuses on the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, Indigenous responses to colonialism, and the intersection of DNA studies, race, and cultural identity. Wilcox holds a PhD from Harvard University, where he contributed to strengthening the Harvard University Native American Program and developed award-winning Native American Studies courses. His notable publications include The Pueblo Revolt and the Mythology of Conquest (2009) and critical analyses of Jared Diamond’s work (2010), emphasizing Indigenous methodologies and decolonizing archaeological practices. His research interests span Indigenous resistance strategies, colonial landscapes, and ethical archaeological practices. Wilcox advocates for Indigenous-led research frameworks and addresses systemic biases in academic disciplines. His recent work includes collaborations with the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe to combat land dispossession and cultural erasure. Wilcox’s academic contributions bridge historical analysis, material culture, and contemporary Indigenous rights, offering transformative perspectives on colonialism’s legacies in the American Southwest and beyond.

• Microbial Ecology
• Biophysics
• Host-Pathogen Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicolas Desprat is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Paris and a member of the Physics of Microbes team (ABCD Team) within the Physics Laboratory of the École Normale Supérieure (LPENS). His research focuses on understanding how physical constraints influence microbial communities, including bacterial colony formation, host-pathogen interactions, and collective behavior in organisms like Chlamydomonas reinhardtii. He holds a PhD in condensed matter physics and has conducted postdoctoral research at the Curie Institute, focusing on cellular mechanics and embryonic development. Research interests include: Bacterial communities and microcolony morphogenesis Host-pathogen interactions involving Listeria monocytogenes Collective phenomena in algae and yeast Evolution in spatially structured environments Key projects involve collaborations on mechanisms of bacterial adhesion, iron metabolism in Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and the role of temperature gradients in E. coli evolution. His work combines experimental and theoretical approaches, including force microscopy and automated bioreactor systems for studying microbial adaptation. Publications span topics like microbial cooperation, intracellular replication of pathogens, and biophysical instrumentation. He teaches physics at the University of Paris and leads interdisciplinary research bridging microbiology, biophysics, and evolutionary biology.

Gareth Knapmanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Colonial History
• Repatriation and Restitution
• Racial Thought
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Gareth Knapman is a Research Fellow at the Australian National University (ANU), affiliated with the Centre for Heritage and Museum Studies within the ANU College of Asia and the Pacific. He holds a PhD from RMIT University and specializes in colonial history, repatriation of Indigenous remains, and racial thought. His work critically examines colonial plunder, legal frameworks of empire, and the socio-political dimensions of cultural heritage. Key projects include the 'Return, Reconcile, Renew' repatriation network and research on police involvement in Indigenous property seizures. He has published extensively, including the book Race and British Colonialism in Southeast Asia (2017) , and is currently writing on sovereignty and property in British colonial contexts. Research interests span 18th-19th century colonialism, Indigenous repatriation, and the history of Anzac Day. His interdisciplinary approach integrates legal history, anthropology, and museum studies. Notable contributions include analyses of the Raffles collections' legality and the Terra Nullius doctrine's role in land claims. Recent articles address machine learning applications in repatriation research, colonial policing's impact on Indigenous communities, and the ethical dimensions of museum collections. He collaborates with institutions globally on restitution and reconciliation initiatives. Supervision of research students focuses on colonial histories and repatriation practices.

• Archaeological Science
• Plant Domestication
• Geoarchaeology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Tim Denham is a Professor of Archaeological Science at the Australian National University's School of Archaeology & Anthropology. He holds a BA (Hons) from Cambridge University, an MS from Penn State University, and a PhD from ANU. His research focuses on plant domestication, geoarchaeology, and environmental archaeology, with a particular emphasis on tropical regions like Papua New Guinea, Island Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. Key roles: Former ARC Future Fellow (2016-2020), Associate Dean (HDR), and leader of the Geoarchaeology Research Group (GRG) and TropArch (Tropical Archaeobotany). Expert in microCT applications for archaeobotanical analysis, including domestication studies of rice, sorghum, and bananas. Research interests include early agriculture transitions, human-environment interactions, and the socio-cultural dimensions of domestication. Denham has published extensively on topics such as Kuk Swamp cultivation, tropical plant domestication, and the use of advanced imaging technologies in archaeology. His work integrates multidisciplinary approaches, bridging archaeology, botany, and earth sciences. Notable contributions include clarifying New Guinea's role in early agriculture and advancing methodologies like microCT for studying charred plant remains.

Helen Andersonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Ecology
• Arctic Studies
• Citizen Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Helen Anderson is a Lecturer at Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) specializing in terrestrial ecology, with affiliations to the University of Aberdeen. She holds a PhD in Arctic ecology from the University of Aberdeen (2009–2013) and has held academic positions at institutions including the Norwegian Polar Institute and the University of Tromsø. Her research focuses on Arctic ecosystems, plant-herbivore interactions, invasive species management, and citizen science applications in ecological conservation. Dr. Anderson teaches modules such as GIS and Remote Sensing, Conservation Management Planning, and Freshwater Environments. She currently leads projects like the Craigleith Invasive Species Project (SMEEF-funded) and the Guillemot Chick Diet study (Seabird Group-funded). Notable research includes analyzing High Arctic vegetation changes and predator-prey dynamics in seabird populations. Her work integrates remote sensing technologies and citizen science, as seen in studies like 'Citizen science data reveals the need for keeping garden plant recommendations up-to-date to help pollinators' (2020). She also sits on the Craigleith Management Group, advising on habitat restoration for puffins. Supervision includes guiding students on topics ranging from Miyawaki Forest carbon sequestration to socio-economic impacts of wildlife trade bans. Her research outputs span ecological monitoring, Arctic phenology, and biodiversity conservation strategies.

Gary Warrickمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Indigenous Archaeology
• Huron-Wendat History
• Iroquois Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gary Warrick is an Associate Professor in the Indigenous Studies and History Programs at Wilfrid Laurier University (WLU), Faculty of Liberal Arts. His research focuses on Indigenous archaeology and history, particularly the Huron-Wendat and Iroquoian peoples of Ontario and Quebec. His work emphasizes collaborative approaches with Indigenous communities to protect cultural heritage and employs innovative methods like stable isotope analysis and minimally invasive remote sensing. His research interests include historical demography, colonial encounters, and the intersection of archaeology with contemporary Indigenous rights. He has conducted extensive studies on Huron-Wendat village life, settlement patterns, and the impact of European colonization. Notably, he has worked on projects like the identification of the Carhagouha village site and the analysis of dog bones to reconstruct ancient diets. Warrick is a proponent of community-driven archaeology, emphasizing ethical stewardship and partnerships with Indigenous nations such as the Huron-Wendat. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in heritage preservation. He has published widely on topics ranging from precontact urbanization to the role of archaeology in modern societal challenges like climate change and cultural revitalization. He holds a prominent role in fostering dialogue between archaeologists and Indigenous communities, advocating for Indigenous sovereignty over ancestral sites. His teaching and research reflect a commitment to decolonizing methodologies and amplifying Indigenous voices in historical narratives.

• Criminology
• Sociology
• Gender Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mandi Gray is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at Trent University, affiliated with Otonabee College. She teaches courses including CRIM-PHIL 2618H Responding to Violence, CRIM-INDG3600H Criminalizing the Colonized, CRIM 3625H Sexed Violence, CRIM 4850 Criminology Field Placement, and SOCI 2610H Deviance and Social Control. Her work bridges academia and advocacy, emphasizing structural violence and Indigenous health sovereignty. Education: B.A. (Hons) from University of Winnipeg M.A. from York University Ph.D. from York University Gray's research examines structural violence, resistance, inquests, institutional responses to sexual violence, and Indigenous health data sovereignty. She employs critical frameworks from criminology, sociology, and Indigenous studies to analyze systemic inequities. Her approach centers marginalized voices, particularly in contexts of colonial violence and gender oppression. Publications since 2019 reveal a focus on: (1) Indigenous health policy and data sovereignty, (2) homelessness among aging/Indigenous populations, and (3) legal mechanisms silencing sexual violence survivors. Her 2024 book Suing for Silence is a landmark contribution critiquing defamation law's role in perpetuating gender-based violence. Gray adopts a hands-on supervisory approach for students researching gendered violence and Indigenous health, emphasizing regular collaboration to develop critical academic and professional skills.

• Landscape Art
• Cultural History
• Colonialism Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Teresita Fernández is a UC Regents Lecturer in the Department of Design Media Arts at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She also serves on the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, appointed by President Obama, marking her as the first Latina member of this historic federal panel. Her work bridges art and critical inquiry, focusing on landscape, cultural memory, and the politics of place. Her artistic practice examines the intersections of matter, environment, and human experience, interrogating themes of colonization, power dynamics, and erasure. Notable exhibitions include shows at the Museum of Modern Art (New York), San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the Smithsonian Museum of American Art. Fernández’s accolades include prestigious grants and fellowships, reflecting her impact in contemporary art. While specific grants or advised students are not detailed here, her contributions to public and conceptual art are globally recognized through major institutions and solo exhibitions.

Sungkyung Leeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Landscapes
• Cultural Studies
• Spatial Identity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sungkyung Lee is an Associate Professor in the College of Environment and Design at the University of Georgia. She holds a Master of Landscape Architecture and PhD in Landscape Architecture with a minor in Cultural Studies from the University of Illinois. Her research explores intersections of urban landscapes, culture, identity, and sense of place, focusing on spatial identity impacted by socioeconomic transformations. She examines how modernization, commercialization, war, and colonization reshape built environments and human-environment relationships through interdisciplinary approaches combining Cultural Studies and Human Geography. Research includes collective landscape memories in South Korea's modernization, community design in low-income US neighborhoods, authenticity in urban redevelopment, and colonial influences on public parks.

• Japanese History
• Historical Anthropology
• Children's History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pia Maria Jolliffe is a Research Fellow at Blackfriars Hall, University of Oxford, and Member of the Las Casas Institute, specializing in early modern Japanese history. She teaches transnational Japanese history at Oxford and was elected Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (FRHistS) in 2022. Her interdisciplinary work bridges historical anthropology, childhood studies, and religious history. Her educational background includes: DPhil in International Development from the University of Oxford DESS in Asian Studies from the University of Geneva Master’s in Japanese Studies from the University of Vienna Jolliffe’s research centers on marginalized perspectives in Japan’s transition from civil war to Tokugawa rule (1590-1630), particularly children’s experiences, Buddhist memorial practices, and Christian-Japanese encounters. She employs multi-sited historical anthropology to reveal how elite children’s executions (e.g., the 1595 Hidetsugu incident) were memorialized through emotional rhetoric, challenging teleological narratives of Japanese “unification.” Her methodology integrates textual analysis with material culture studies, as seen in her work on seventeenth-century picture books. Her publication trajectory shows consistent focus on Japanese historical anthropology (65% of recent works), with growing emphasis on transnational religious exchange (25%) and Southeast Asian refugee studies (10%). Key thematic clusters include childhood in religious contexts, memory politics of political violence, and colonial labor systems. Her scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (FRHistS), 2022 Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA), 2022 Jolliffe actively engages diverse audiences through university teaching, school programs, and adult education. Current projects include monograph completion on girls’ roles in early modern Japan ( Himegimi ) and research on Empress Meisho’s upbringing in Buddhist imperial convents, to be presented at the 2026 University of Basel conference on dynastic reproduction.

Saliha Belmessousمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global history of European empires
• History of dispossession
• Indigenous rights
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Saliha Belmessous is a British Academy Global Professor and Fellow of Corpus Christi College at the University of Oxford. She holds a position in the Department of History within the Faculty of History. Her research focuses on the global history of empires, particularly the political and legal dimensions of colonization, Indigenous rights, and cross-cultural legal negotiations between European and non-European societies. She leads a British Academy-funded project examining legal encounters from the 16th to 19th centuries, challenging traditional Eurocentric narratives of international law. Her research interests include global and imperial history, the history of dispossession, and Indigenous petitioning strategies. She is affiliated with the Oxford Centre for Global History, specializing in Modern/Early Modern periods across Africa, Australasia/Pacific, Europe, and North America. She supervises DPhil and Masters students in Global and Imperial History. Professor Belmessous has received the prestigious British Academy Global Professorship award (2022). Her work bridges historical scholarship with contemporary issues, emphasizing the enduring impact of colonial legal frameworks. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and contributes to debates on decolonizing historical methodologies.