Katarzyna Wrońska is a Professor at the Institute of Pedagogy, Jagiellonian University in Kraków , where she also serves as an Erasmus+ Programme Coordinator . Her academic work spans pedagogical theory, educational philosophy, and historical analyses of learning systems. She teaches courses including History of Pedagogical Thought and Practice , Philosophy of Education , and Contemporary Pedagogical Trends , primarily for graduate students. Her research focuses on intersections between liberalism and education, historical pedagogical models (notably John Locke's theories), Christian humanism in curriculum development, and ethical dimensions of self-instruction. She examines autonomy in universities, competition dynamics in learning environments, and civility as an absent pedagogical discourse. The 15 most recent publications reveal trends in three domains: (1) Liberal Educational Philosophy (2012-2024), analyzing autonomy, competition, and state roles; (2) Historical Pedagogy (2011-2021), particularly Polish Enlightenment-era reforms; and (3) Educational Ethics (2005-2023), covering Christian values, civil society, and moral instruction during authoritarian regimes. She supervises doctoral and master's students in pedagogy, though specific advisees aren't named. Consultations for students occur weekly at Batorego Street 12, room 15, during academic year 2024/25, with appointments required via email.
Ilaria L. E. Ramelli is a distinguished scholar specializing in ancient philosophy, early Christianity, and the intersection of Greek philosophical traditions with Christian theological development. She holds multiple prestigious academic appointments including Distinguished Professor at Angelicum (US) Graduate School, Senior Fellow at Princeton University, Fellow at Durham University, Honorary Member of Cambridge University's Centre for the Study of Platonism, and has maintained a continuous affiliation with Sacred Heart University since 1998. Her educational background includes two MAs (Classics with Specialisation in Early Christianity and Philosophy with Historical Specialisation), a PhD in Classics and Early Christianity (2000), a further Doctorate (honoris causa), and a postdoctorate in Late Antiquity and Religion. She has also completed Habilitations to Full Professor / Ordinarius / W3 in History of Philosophy, Classics, and Ancient Greek Language and Literature. Her scholarly credentials are further enhanced by her status as a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (FRHistS). Professor Ramelli's research focuses on the intricate relationships between ancient Greek philosophical traditions (particularly Platonism and Neoplatonism) and early Christian thought. She specializes in figures such as Origen of Alexandria and Gregory of Nyssa, examining how philosophical concepts were transformed and integrated into theological frameworks. Her work consistently explores themes of dialectic methodology, metaphysical concepts, and the development of doctrinal formulations in early Christianity. She has demonstrated particular expertise in tracing the reception of Greek philosophical ideas within Patristic literature and examining how philosophical concepts were adapted to Christian theological contexts. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a sustained scholarly trajectory examining the relationship between ancient Greek dialectic methods and early Christian theological development. Her work consistently centers on how figures like Origen synthesized Greek philosophical traditions with Christian doctrine, particularly focusing on concepts like apokatastasis (universal restoration), the relationship between Father and Son, and the adaptation of philosophical methodology to theological exegesis. Her scholarship demonstrates remarkable breadth across philosophical schools while maintaining rigorous philological attention to textual evidence. Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (FRHistS) Professor Ramelli has established herself as a leading authority in the field of ancient philosophy and Patristics through her extensive publication record (147 publications documented) and editorial work on significant scholarly volumes. Her research demonstrates sustained engagement with major philosophical questions through careful examination of primary sources across Greek, Latin, and early Christian traditions. She has contributed significantly to our understanding of how philosophical concepts migrated across intellectual traditions and how early Christian thinkers engaged critically with philosophical frameworks while developing their theological systems.
Anthony King is a Professor of War Studies (Security and Defence) at the University of Exeter and Director of the Strategy and Security Institute (SSI), established in 2010. He leads SSI’s flagship MA in Applied Strategy, focusing on practical strategy training through simulations and fieldwork. His research bridges sociology and anthropology, emphasizing social transformation in military and civilian contexts. He holds a Leverhulme Major Research Fellowship (2021–24) and has secured five ESRC grants. Education: BA Archaeology & Anthropology (University of Cambridge), MA Political Science (University of Michigan, 1991), PhD Sociology (University of Salford, 1995). Academic roles include Professor of Sociology at Liverpool University (1997–2006), Professor of War Studies at the University of Warwick (2016–2023), and return to Exeter in 2023. Research Focus: Military sociology, AI in warfare, urban conflict, command structures, gender in armed forces, and counter-insurgency. Recent work includes Urban Warfare in the Twenty-First Century (2025) and AI, Automation, and War (2025). Media Engagement: Regular contributor to BBC Radio, The Times, and The Economist, with over 100 media appearances since 2022 on issues like Ukraine and AI’s military implications. Advisory Roles: Advised NATO, British Army, and Royal Marines. Conducted audits on military culture post-Atherton Report. Currently recruiting PhD students in military sociology, security studies, and AI/military decision-making. Labs/Teams: Director of SSI, leading research on AI, security, and military-tech complexes. Collaborates with defense institutions globally.
Baha Yiğit Sayın is an Assistant Professor of Roman Law at Koç University's Law School since 2009. He holds a PhD from Istanbul University (2009), an LLM from the University of Warwick (2002), and a Bachelor's degree from Istanbul University (1999). His research focuses on Roman Law, Comparative Law, Slavery in Antiquity, and Gender Studies in Legal Contexts. He has authored books like Roma’da Köle ve Hukuku (2020) and Roma Klasik Hukukundan Modern Hukuklara Obligatio Naturalis (2023), and contributed to journals such as Annales de la Faculté de Droit d’Istanbul and Bahçeşehir Hukuk Fakültesi Dergisi . Prof. Sayın has served as Head of the Roman Law and Legal History Departments at Koç Law School since 2011. He received teaching awards from Koç University (2013–2014, 2018–2019) and the Crystal Tulip Award for Jurist of the Year (2019). His work bridges ancient legal systems with modern legal theory, emphasizing historical continuity and comparative analysis. He has lectured globally, including at the University of Oxford and the University of Cape Town, and contributed to initiatives like the Legal Philosophy Summer School at Koç University. His administrative roles include Dean of Students at Koç University (2019–2022), member of the Koç University Press editorial board, and participation in international academic organizations like the Société Internationale Fernand De Visscher pour l’Histoire des Droits dl’Antiquité.
Christian Bréthaut is an Associate Professor at the Department of Geography and Environment and the Institute for Environmental Sciences of the University of Geneva. He serves as Director of the Environmental Governance and Territorial Development Hub and co-leads the UNESCO Chair on Hydropolitics with Géraldine Pflieger. Research focuses: Transboundary water governance, water-food-energy nexus, commons governance, multi-level governance, critical discourse analysis. Teaching: Innovation for Sustainable Development (Master), Geographies of the Metropolis (Bachelor), MOOCs on water governance. Current projects: DemoTape (transboundary policy protocols), Water4All Science-Policy Incubator grant. His recent publications examine discursive hydropolitics, legal personhood in river governance, and climate change impacts on transboundary river basins. Supervision includes PhD and Master’s students like Laura Turley, Lorenz Henggeler, and Hannah Louise Hilbert-Wolf. Key collaborations involve the Rhône River governance analysis, Geneva Water Hub , and contributions to UNESCO/IWRM frameworks.
Joseph W. Glannon is a Professor of Law at Suffolk University Law School , where he has been a faculty member since 1980. He holds degrees from Harvard University, including a B.A., M.A.T., and J.D. Civil Procedure Conflict of Laws Torts Public Tort Liability in Massachusetts His academic work focuses on Massachusetts Tort Claims Act, governmental liability, and legal education. Recent publications highlight trends in Tort Law, Conflict of Laws, and Civil Procedure, with subfields ranging from Statute of Limitations to Legislative Reform . Selected for Phi Beta Kappa, he co-authored the widely used Civil Procedure: A Coursebook and pioneered the Practice Perfect online review series. He previously worked as a stage carpenter and Assistant Dean of Students before entering academia.
William Swadling is a Professor of Law and Senior Law Fellow at Brasenose College, University of Oxford. He holds academic associate roles at One Essex Court and is a Senior Fellow at the University of Melbourne. He has held visiting professorships at institutions including the University of Hamburg, Seoul National University, and the National University of Singapore. His legal education includes an MA from Oxford (Oxon) and an LLM from the University of London. Swadling specializes in Property Law, Restitution, and Trusts, with a focus on their intersection. His research explores equitable remedies, constructive trusts, and unjust enrichment. His work has been cited in landmark English court rulings like Westdeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale v Islington LBC , and he contributes to leading legal publications such as Halsbury's Laws of England and the Restitution Law Review . He has authored/co-authored several books, including The Quistclose Trust: Critical Essays , and edited sections on property law in academic texts. His recent research includes studies on proprietary consequences of fraud and the nature of knowing receipt in equity. He is an elected member of the American Law Institute and actively participates in academic conferences, including the 'Laws of Restitution' symposium hosted by Oxford's Private Law Research Group. Swadling teaches Restitution, Trusts, and Personal Property at Oxford, chairs faculty teaching groups in these areas, and advises on commercial law risk through his work with the Chancery Bar Association.
Dale Copeland is a Professor of International Affairs at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, University of Virginia. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago and is a leading scholar in international relations, specializing in security studies and international political economy. His research explores the interplay between economic interdependence, reputation, and state behavior, particularly in great power relations. Ph.D., University of Chicago His research focuses on security studies , international political economy , and IR theory , with particular emphasis on the causes of war, economic interdependence, bargaining and coercion, and the impact of rising and declining power. He investigates how trade, finance, and military behavior are interconnected and how states build reputations in international politics. His recent and past publications reveal a consistent focus on the conditions under which economic interdependence leads to peace or conflict. His work combines historical case studies with theoretical rigor, often engaging with realism, liberalism, and constructivism. Key themes include preventive war, reputation dynamics, trade expectations, and the strategic use of economic tools in foreign policy. His scientific awards include: International Studies Association Best Book Award (2017) MacArthur Fellowship Mellon Fellowship Post-doctoral Fellowship at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, Harvard University Professor Copeland has advised numerous students and contributed to major scholarly debates through symposia on his work in International Security Studies Forum and Qualitative and Mixed Methods Research . He has received significant research support through prestigious fellowships and grants, enabling his influential publications. He is currently working on a book about commerce and American foreign policy and a new project on coercion without war. He is affiliated with the Frank Batten School and contributes to its mission of training future leaders in public policy and international affairs. His research informs both academic discourse and policy-relevant understanding of international conflict and cooperation.
Mimi Yiengpruksawan is a Professor of History of Art at Yale University, affiliated with the Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures, the Council on East Asian Studies, the Council on Southeast Asian Studies, and the Program in Medieval Studies. She holds a Ph.D. from UCLA (1988) and joined Yale in 1990, achieving tenure in 1998. Her research focuses on Buddhist art in nonmodern Japan and Eurasian cultural exchanges, emphasizing cross-regional and interdisciplinary approaches to study contact-driven cultural formation. Her academic work includes two major manuscripts: Michinaga’s Peacocks: A Heian World in Transition (examining exogenous influences on Kyoto’s art) and Kyoto in the Twilight of the Dharma (focusing on eschatological patronage). She also explores early modern Japanese global interactions, analyzing visual production during the 'Nanban' period. Recent research bridges environmental history with art, linking the 1006 supernova and Buddhist prophecies to artistic developments. Key publications include analyses of Buddhist iconography, transnational art networks, and transcultural architecture. She is a leading figure in rethinking Heian Japan’s cultural interconnectedness, challenging isolationist narratives through material evidence and primary sources.
Antonios Tzanakopoulos is the Professor of Public International Law at the University of Oxford and a Fellow at St Anne’s College . He has held visiting positions at the Universities of Paris II, Paris X, Angers, King’s College London, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Bern, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, IDC Herzliya, and China University of Political Science and Law. He previously taught at University College London and the University of Glasgow. DPhil (Oxford), LLM (NYU), LLM/LLB (Athens) Researcher for the Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs and United Nations Graduate Teaching Assistant at Oxford’s Faculty of Law His research interests span public international law, state responsibility, treaty law, international human rights, law of the sea, and international investment law. He has served as counsel in cases before the International Court of Justice , EU courts, and ICSID tribunals, including Cyprus v Russia and Ukraine v Russia. His recent ICJ involvement includes Malaysia’s advisory opinions on the Occupied Palestinian Territory. His scholarly output is evident in 15 recent articles addressing treaty-custom interaction, maritime jurisdiction, self-defence doctrine, sanctions accountability, ICJ provisional measures, and state reactions to international coercion. He co-edits major handbooks on treaty law and domestic judicial engagement with international law. Secretary-General of the International Law Association Joint Secretary of the ILA’s British Branch Editorial Board of Oxford Reports on International Law
William W. Burke-White is Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School , where he is a leading scholar at the intersection of international law and international relations. He also serves as Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution and Senior Advisor to White & Case LLP , bridging academic research with policy and legal practice. He previously held leadership roles as Inaugural Director of Perry World House (2014–2019) and Deputy Dean of Penn Law (2011–2014). Harvard University – A.B., J.D. University of Cambridge – Ph.D. in International Relations (Fulbright Scholar) Burke-White’s research focuses on global governance, multilateral institutions, U.S. foreign policy, human rights, and international economic law . His work examines how shifting power dynamics affect international legal structures and how sub-state actors influence global norms. He has significant regional expertise in Russia, Eastern Europe, and Latin America . His current book project explores the new geography of global governance . His recent scholarly output reveals a consistent trend toward analyzing institutional reform, legal pluralism, and the interplay between domestic and international law . He frequently publishes in top journals on topics such as investor-state arbitration, complementarity in international criminal law, and the legitimacy of global legal regimes. His work often combines doctrinal legal analysis with political science theory. A. Leo Levin Award (2008) Robert A. Gorman Award for Excellence in Teaching (2007) Burke-White has advised governments, law firms, and investment funds on sanctions, sovereign debt, and international litigation. He has served as an expert witness in international arbitrations and currently advises sovereign states on cases before the International Court of Justice . He is also active in media commentary, contributing to The Hill, CNN, The Atlantic , and others. He has taught as a visiting professor at institutions including Harvard Law, Hebrew University, and Moscow State Institute of International Relations .
Trudo Lemmens is Professor and Scholl Chair in Health Law and Policy at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. He holds cross-appointments at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, and the Joint Centre for Bioethics, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise in health law, ethics, and policy. He has also held visiting positions at KU Leuven, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, University of Otago, and Oxford, and was a member of the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton. His research focuses on the legal, ethical, and governance challenges in healthcare and biomedical research. Key areas include medical assistance in dying, clinical trial transparency, pharmaceutical regulation, genetic data privacy, and conflict of interest. He has extensively analyzed how legal frameworks interact with ethical norms in contexts such as assisted human reproduction, end-of-life decisions, and public health emergencies. His work emphasizes human rights, equity, and the protection of vulnerable populations. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on the ethical and legal dimensions of medical assistance in dying, particularly regarding mental illness and advance requests. He has also published on vaccine mandates, pandemic triage ethics, and transparency in pharmaceutical data. His scholarship combines doctrinal legal analysis with empirical and policy insights, often addressing urgent public health debates. Fellowship, Royal Flemish Academy of Belgium for Science and the Arts (2006-2007) Membership, School of Social Science, Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton (2003-2004) Law Commission of Canada, Legal Dimensions Initiative Award (with Duff R. Waring) (2003) Graduate Student Paper Award, Association for Politics and the Life Sciences (1996) Doctoral Fellowship, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (1995-1997) Doctoral Fellowship, Fonds pour la formation de chercheurs et l'aide à la recherche du Québec (deferred) (1995-1998) Student Paper Award, Society for Health and Human Values (1995) Chief Justice R.A.E. Greenshields Memorial Scholarship for Graduate Studies in Law (1994) Trudo Lemmens has advised numerous national and international organizations, including the Pan American Health Organization (as a member of its Advisory Committee on Health Research), the World Health Organization, and the Council of Canadian Academies. He has served on expert panels examining access to health data and medical assistance in dying. His policy submissions to Canadian parliamentary committees have shaped national debates on end-of-life legislation. He has also contributed to inquiries into research ethics and institutional governance, including an independent inquiry into the University of Ottawa and its affiliated hospitals. He is actively engaged in public discourse, publishing op-eds in major media outlets and maintaining a presence on social media. His work bridges academia, policy, and public engagement, advocating for transparency, accountability, and ethical integrity in health systems and research.
Alberto Cantera Glera is a Professor at the Institute of Iranian Studies within the Department of History and Cultural Studies at Freie Universität Berlin. His research focuses on Zoroastrian studies, Avestan language and literature, Iranian linguistics, and manuscript studies. He teaches courses on Young Avestan, Pahlavi, Zoroastrian rituals, and Iranian literature, with office hours held on Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. Professor Cantera Glera's research interests center on Zoroastrian religious practices, particularly the Long Liturgy, Avestan textual criticism, and the transmission of Zoroastrian texts through manuscript traditions. His work bridges linguistic analysis with religious studies, examining how ritual practices evolved from ancient to medieval Iran. He has made significant contributions to understanding the relationship between oral performance and written transmission in Zoroastrian traditions, as well as the linguistic features of Avestan and Middle Persian texts. His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on Zoroastrian ritual structures, particularly the Long Liturgy, with increasing attention to the relationship between textual manuscripts and ritual performance. The articles show progression from linguistic analysis of Avestan texts toward broader studies of ritual practice, sacred geography, and the historical development of Zoroastrian religious authority. His work demonstrates sophisticated integration of manuscript evidence with ritual theory and historical linguistics. PRIX ROMAN ET TANIA GHIRSHMAN 2021 Professor Cantera has supervised numerous PhD students including Nils Purwins, Stefan Härtel, Yusef Saadat, Jaime Porro, Soheil Delshad, and Xue Li. His research has been supported through various academic projects related to Zoroastrian manuscript studies and Avestan textual criticism, contributing significantly to the field of Iranian studies at Freie Universität Berlin.
Rakesh Peter-Dass serves as Associate Professor of Religion at Hope College, where he has been teaching since 2016. His academic journey spans multiple prestigious institutions including Harvard University, Yale University, and the University of Oxford, where he earned advanced degrees in theology, divinity, and business administration. His research focuses on the complex intersections of religion with business, language, law, and politics, particularly in the South Asian context. Dr. Peter-Dass examines how religious identities are shaped through linguistic choices, legal frameworks, and socio-political dynamics, with special attention to Hindu-Christian relations and religious rights. His work bridges theological scholarship with practical applications in interfaith dialogue and religious freedom advocacy. His publications reveal a consistent focus on South Asian religious contexts, particularly examining Hindi Christian literature, Hindu nationalism, and comparative theological approaches between Hindu and Christian traditions. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between religious studies, political science, linguistics, and legal studies, with significant contributions to understanding religious rights in both Indian and American Supreme Court contexts. Among his notable honors are the Saïd Foundation Scholarship from Oxford University, multiple Harvard University fellowships, and the Selva J. Raj Endowed International Dissertation Research Fellowship from the American Academy of Religion. His teaching excellence has been recognized through Harvard University's Certificate of Distinction in Teaching. Dr. Peter-Dass has served in significant professional capacities including as Co-Chair of the Theology and Religious Reflection Unit at the American Academy of Religion (2018-2023) and on the Editorial Board of the Hindi Theological Literature Committee in India (2011-2015). His extensive consulting work with international development agencies, intergovernmental organizations, and religious bodies demonstrates his commitment to applying academic research to real-world religious and social challenges.
Professor Christopher F Forsyth is the Sir David Williams Professor of Public Law at the University of Cambridge, Faculty of Law. He also holds the position of Honorary Professor of Law at the University of Stellenbosch and serves as an Honorary Member of the Advisory Board of the Faculty of Law at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. As an Academic Bencher of the Inner Temple and a practicing barrister from 4-5 Gray's Inn Square, Professor Forsyth maintains an active role in legal practice alongside his academic work. His research interests span several key areas of legal scholarship: Public law with focus on judicial review and the judiciary Administrative Law, particularly examining the legal effect of invalid acts, foundations of judicial review, and legitimate expectations Comparative public law, with special emphasis on Southeast Asia and Southern Africa Private international law, both theoretical and comparative studies Roman-Dutch law, especially regarding suretyship and private international law Professor Forsyth's scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on the principles of administrative justice, judicial independence, and the rule of law across various jurisdictions. His publications reveal a particular interest in the evolution of legal systems in post-colonial contexts, especially in Southern Africa and Hong Kong, where he examines how historical legal frameworks adapt to contemporary constitutional arrangements. His work on judicial review spans both theoretical foundations and practical applications across common law jurisdictions. His notable awards and honors include: Recorder of the Crown Court Academic Bencher of the Inner Temple Extraordinary Professor in Public Law, University of Stellenbosch Honorary Member of Advisory Board, School of Law, Chinese University of Hong Kong Tapp Research Student, Gonville and Caius College Professor Forsyth serves as a part-time judge, sitting as a Recorder in the Crown Court and as a Deputy High Court Judge in the Administrative Court. His significant contributions to legal scholarship include co-authoring "Administrative Law" with the late Sir William Wade QC, which has become a standard work cited by students, scholars, and judges across the common law world. He has also authored "Private International Law," a standard textbook on Roman-Dutch conflict of laws widely used in Southern Africa. Internationally, Professor Forsyth has advised governments on constitutional developments and judicial review in several Commonwealth countries. Notably, he served as Technical Adviser on Constitutional Reform to the Law Commission of Malawi, drafting constitutional reports and amendment bills. He has conducted training for civil servants in administrative law across multiple jurisdictions, including programs for the reformed South Africa.
