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Ruth Ahnertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Humanities
• Literary History
• Early Modern Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Ruth Ahnert holds a Chair in Literary History & Digital Humanities at Queen Mary University of London, affiliated with the School of English and Drama and the Digital Environment Research Institute (DERI). Her research bridges early modern literary studies, digital humanities, and data science, focusing on epistolary culture, surveillance, and interdisciplinary collaboration. She leads the UKRI-funded Living with Machines project, exploring the social impact of 19th-century technology through computational methods. Educated at the University of Cambridge (BA, MPhil, PhD), she has published widely on topics including Tudor networks, prison literature, and quantitative history. Her work emphasizes collaborative methodologies, as seen in projects like Networking Archives (integrating early modern correspondence metadata) and the interactive Tudor Networks visualization. Awards include grants from the AHRC, Folger Shakespeare Library, and the British Library-Alan Turing Institute partnership. She supervises PhD students examining early modern communication networks and deviance, and her teaching reflects her commitment to blending traditional humanities with computational innovation. Ruht Ahnert’s interdisciplinary approach has been featured in documentaries, radio programs, and public engagement initiatives, including Niall Ferguson’s BBC/PBS series Networlds . Her recent publications include The Network Turn (2020, co-authored) and the forthcoming Tudor Networks of Power (2023). She co-edits the Text Technologies series at Stanford University Press, bridging book history and digital scholarship.

Nicholas McDowellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern European Cultural History
• English Civil Wars
• John Milton Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Nicholas McDowell is a leading scholar in early modern literature and thought at the University of Exeter , with a focus on 1500-1800 British and European contexts. His work bridges literary innovation and historical upheaval, particularly the English Civil Wars and their cultural legacy. PhD in English from the University of Oxford (2000) Former Research Fellow at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge Visiting Fellow at Princeton’s Institute for Advanced Study and CRASSH, Cambridge Research Themes : His scholarship centers on John Milton, Cavalier Poets, and Jonathan Swift, analyzing how literature navigates political and religious change. He explores translation, dissent, and the tension between liberty and constraint in poetic forms. Recent Publications (2020-2025): • 2026 Comic Enlightenment (Princeton UP) on Milton-Swift intersections • 2024 The Oxford Handbook of English Prose, 1640-1714 • 2025 The Seventeenth Century article on Milton and Cromwell’s virtue politics Awards & Grants : Philip Leverhulme Prize (2007) Leverhulme Major Research Fellowship (2023-5) for Poetry of Civil War John T. Shawcross Award (2014) for Milton prose edition Supervision : Mentors PhD research on early modern topics, including Milton’s materialist philosophies and 17th-century labor representations. Former advisees like Dr. Esther van Raamsdonk have published their work.

Paul Richardsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Music Theory
• Orchestral Music
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paul Richards is a Research Foundation Professor of Music and head of the composition and theory area at the University of Florida since 1999. He previously served as Visiting Professor at Florida State University (2016) and taught at Baylor University and the University of Texas at Austin. His academic roles include teaching courses in composition, music theory, and orchestration, along with supervising graduate students. He earned a DMA in Composition from the University of Texas at Austin and degrees from the University of Arizona. Education: Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Composition, University of Texas at Austin, 1998 Master of Music (MM), Theory and Composition, University of Arizona, 1993 Bachelor of Music (BM), Theory and Composition, University of Arizona, 1991 Research Interests: Richards’ work spans orchestral, vocal, chamber, and theatrical compositions, including operas and wind ensemble pieces. His style blends eclectic influences—from Jewish sacred music to modernist techniques—resulting in works praised for their "strong melodic gift" and innovative orchestration. Commissions have come from prestigious organizations like the Florida Orchestra, Boston Brass, and White Snake Projects. Awards and Recognition: Recipient of numerous international composition prizes, including the St. Mary’s College/Kaplan Foundation Commission Competition and Second Prize in the International Horn Society Composition Competition University of Florida Research Foundation Professorship (2017–2020, 2010–2013) Finalist in the National Opera Association’s Dominic Argento Chamber Opera Competition (2023) Advising and Grants: Richards has advised over 40 graduate students and chaired multiple PhD committees. His grants include support from the University of Florida and the Research Foundation. He has also served as a mentor in composer-in-residence programs, including the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra’s Fresh Ink Competition. Labs and Collaborations: He co-founded the Florida Contemporary Music Festival (2013–2018), fostering collaboration between composers and performers. His work integrates interdisciplinary projects, such as music for dance and film, and he actively collaborates with choreographers and theater artists.

Edward Nesbitمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Musical Composition
• Choral Music
• Vocal Music
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Edward Nesbit is Senior Lecturer in Composition at King's College London's Department of Music within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities. He studied at Cambridge University, Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and King's College London under Julian Anderson and George Benjamin. His compositions are regularly performed by major ensembles including the London Sinfonietta, BBC Symphony Orchestra, and Philharmonia Orchestra at venues like Wigmore Hall and Royal Festival Hall. Research interests focus on: Contemporary choral and vocal composition techniques Integration of literary and dramatic elements in musical works Collaborative performance practices Community music engagement methodologies Recent compositions demonstrate diverse approaches to narrative storytelling through music, with frequent exploration of biblical/historical themes and nature-inspired programmatic elements. His work includes collaborations with the Choir of King's College London, resulting in commercial recordings on the Delphian label. Nesbit has secured funding including an AHRC Impact Acceleration Award for community music projects. He leads the 'Singing for Wellbeing' initiative developing choral repertoire for community engagement and directs composition studies at undergraduate/postgraduate levels.

Michelle O'Callaghanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern Literature
• Print and Manuscript Culture
• Literary Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michelle O'Callaghan is a Professor of English Literature at the University of Reading, part of the School of Humanities. Her research focuses on early modern literature and culture, including print and manuscript culture, literary networks, poetic forms, and women’s writing. She has authored influential monographs such as The Shepheards Nation: Jacobean Spenserians and Early Stuart Political Culture (2000) and Crafting Poetry Anthologies in Renaissance England (2020). She co-edits the Palgrave Macmillan series Early Modern Literature in History and leads the Mapping the Early Modern Inns of Court project. Her work integrates digital humanities, exemplified by the Verse Miscellanies Online digital edition. Teaching includes modules like EN3TBS: The Bloody Stage: Revenge and Death in Renaissance Drama and EN2EM: Early Modern Texts and Cultures . She actively supervises postgraduate research in early modern studies. Notable collaborations include co-authoring Early Modern Women and the Poetry of Complaint with Sarah Ross and Rosalind Smith. Research highlights include exploring literary networks through material culture and investigating women’s voices in early modern poetry. She is affiliated with the Early Modern Research Centre and contributes to interdisciplinary projects bridging literature, history, and digital scholarship.

Toril Moiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Feminist Theory
• Literary Theory
• Philosophy of Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Toril Moi is the James B. Duke Distinguished Professor of Literature at Duke University, holding additional professorships in English, Romance Studies, Philosophy, and Gender, Sexuality & Feminist Studies. She directs the Center for Philosophy, Arts, and Literature (PAL). Her work bridges feminist theory, literary criticism, and philosophy, with a focus on modernism, existentialism, and ordinary language philosophy. Educated at the University of Bergen (Dr. Art., 1985), her research spans Simone de Beauvoir, Ibsen, and Cavellian thought. She has held fellowships at the Radcliffe Institute, Guggenheim Foundation, and Rockefeller Foundation. Recognized with honorary doctorates from four universities, her teaching emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, including courses on Wittgenstein, existentialism, and feminist classics. Moi advises graduate students across disciplines and has supervised over 20 PhD dissertations, many winning top academic prizes. Her research explores intersections between literature and philosophy, particularly through feminist frameworks. Notable books include Sexual/Textual Politics (1985) and Henrik Ibsen and the Birth of Modernism (2006). Recent work addresses Beauvoir’s literary theory and crises in humanities education. Moi’s global lectures span 29 countries, and she advises institutions like Norway’s National Library. Awards highlight her contributions to feminist scholarship and mentorship.

Derek H. Kiernan-Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Legal Writing
• Appellate Advocacy
• Judicial Opinion Writing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Derek H. Kiernan-Johnson is a Teaching Professor at the University of Colorado Law School, specializing in Legal Writing , Appellate Advocacy , and Judicial Opinion Writing . He has taught courses on legal reasoning, document design, and narrative techniques in legal argumentation since joining the faculty in 2007. JD, University of Michigan Law School BA, Princeton University (Religion, Dramatic Performance, Music) His research explores intersections of narrative theory , visual rhetoric , and legal persuasion , with a focus on typography, historical legal contexts, and the performative aspects of law. Publications examine Bluebook overlaps, narrativity in legal writing, and rhetorical influence on judicial decisions. Notable scholarly contributions include analyses of Supreme Court indifference , craft whiskey regulation , and typographic storytelling in legal briefs. He has no listed scientific awards or student advisees in the provided materials. Professional background includes clerking for Justice Michael L. Bender of the Colorado Supreme Court and six years of legal practice at Caplan and Earnest, LLC, representing public-school clients in diverse legal settings.

• Race and Media
• Black Studies
• Gender and Sexuality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brittnay Proctor-Habil is an Assistant Professor of Race and Media in the School of Media Studies at The New School. Her research focuses on performance, popular culture, and sound/visual culture at the intersection of blackness, gender, and sexuality. She authored Minnie Riperton’s Come to My Garden (2022) and is currently working on two book projects: one tracing Black Southern migration to California through sound, and another analyzing funk music’s gender and sexuality discourses via LP records and CDs. Proctor-Habil holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University and a B.A. from the University of California, Riverside. Her scholarly work spans platforms like Essence.com , Journal of Popular Music Studies , and ASAP/Journal . She teaches courses such as Black Feminist Media Methods and Blaxploitation Films , and supervises thesis projects. Her writing often intersects cultural critique, Black studies, and interdisciplinary methodologies.

Mark Netzloffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Renaissance/Early Modern Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Milton and the English Revolution
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mark Netzloff is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, affiliated with the College of Letters & Science. He holds a PhD from the University of Delaware. His research focuses on Renaissance/Early Modern Literature, Shakespeare, Milton, and 19th-century British literature, with particular emphasis on themes of colonialism, diplomacy, and state formation. His work bridges literary analysis with historical and political contexts, examining topics like early modern travel writing, diplomatic practices, and the intersections of literature with economic and religious systems. Netzloff’s scholarship includes major monographs such as Agents Beyond the State: The Writings of English Travelers, Soldiers, and Diplomats in Early Modern Europe (2020) and edited volumes like Early Modern Drama in Performance (2014). His articles explore topics ranging from the legal frameworks of colonialism to the representation of labor in early modern texts. He maintains an active engagement with archival materials and interdisciplinary approaches to literary history. His research trends highlight a sustained interest in how literature reflects and shapes political, social, and cultural dynamics. Recent work delves into the role of diplomacy in shaping early modern identities and the material conditions of state formation. While no specific awards are listed, his contributions to early modern studies are widely recognized in academic circles. Netzloff’s academic profile includes extensive editorial work, such as the critical edition of John Norden’s The Surveyor’s Dialogue (2010), which contextualizes early modern scientific and agrarian practices. He also teaches courses in literature and cultural theory, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate education at UWM.

Julie Murrayمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Eighteenth-century British literature and culture
• British Romanticism
• Literary Theory/Cultural Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julie Murray is an Associate Professor at Carleton University’s Department of English Language and Literature, part of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. She holds a B.A. from Queen’s University, an M.A. from the University of Toronto, and a Ph.D. from York University. Her research focuses on eighteenth-century British literature, British Romanticism, feminist theory, and the intersections of literature with cultural theory and modernity. Current work includes a book manuscript on feminism, modernity, and life narrative, challenging conventional historiographies of women’s roles in progress narratives. She co-organized the 2017 NASSR conference on 'Romantic Life' and has published extensively on Mary Wollstonecraft, literary theory, and gender studies. Murray’s awards include the 2019-20 Faculty Graduate Mentoring Award and SSHRC grants. She teaches graduate courses on eighteenth-century culture, Romanticism, and human rights. Supervised doctoral students include Amal El-Mohtar and Emma Peacocke, while co-supervising Ingrid Reiche’s digital edition project. Education: B.A., Queen’s University M.A., University of Toronto Ph.D., York University Her research bridges historical literary analysis with contemporary feminist debates, emphasizing critical re-evaluations of Wollstonecraft’s legacy and the socio-political dimensions of literature.

Elisa Segniniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Literary multilingualism
• Translation and circulation of Literary texts
• Self-Translation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elisa Segnini is a Senior Lecturer in Italian at the University of Glasgow, where she has been teaching since 2017. She holds an MA in Comparative Literature from the University of Bologna and a PhD from Toronto's Centre for Comparative Literature. Prior to joining Glasgow, she held academic appointments at Dalhousie University, Western University, and the University of British Columbia. Her research engages with current debates in Comparative Literature, with dual focus on fin-de-siècle culture (1880-1920) and contemporary fiction. She is particularly known for her work on literary multilingualism, translation studies, and decadence/modernism as transnational movements. Segnini co-edits the journal Comparative Critical Studies and co-directs the 'Multilingualism across the disciplines' Artlab at the University of Glasgow. Her research output shows a consistent focus on translation theory, Italian literature in global contexts, and fin-de-siècle studies. Recent publications demonstrate her expertise in Elena Ferrante's works, D'Annunzio's multilingual writing, and the transnational reception of Italian authors. Her scholarly approach bridges literary analysis with sociolinguistic perspectives, particularly regarding minority languages and constructed languages. Segnini has received research funding from prestigious organizations including SSHRC, AHRC, and HORIZON-MSCA. Her most recent grant in 2025 is a HORIZON-MSCA Doctoral Network as Co-I for 'Decadence for Doctoral studies' (DECADOCS) worth over €464,000. She serves on the executive board of the British Comparative Literature Association and has led numerous interdisciplinary projects, including networks on constructed languages. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on literary translation, literary multilingualism, self-translation, and transnational constructions of gender.

Amanda Morrisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهش

• Performing Arts
• Interdisciplinary Arts
• Interactive Digital Media
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amanda Morris is a Research Professor and Director at the CDU Academy of the Arts within Charles Darwin University's Faculty of Arts and Society, specializing in Creative Industries and Innovation. She holds a PhD from The University of Sydney (1989) and a Graduate Diploma in Direction from The National Institute of Dramatic Art (1984). Her research integrates performing arts, interdisciplinary studies, and emerging technologies, focusing on pedagogical systems design, screen-based drama, and ecological arts. She has supervised postgraduate research and led innovative projects such as CellF, a neuron-driven synthesiser in performance. Education: PhD (University of Sydney), Graduate Diploma in Direction (NIDA) Key Roles: Editorial board member for The New Platform Papers , Member of Creative Industries Ministerial Advisory Council Notable Activities: Organised Voice and Speech Teachers Association (VASTA) conference (2017), delivered invited talks on online learning design (2021) Her awards include multiple Gold Medals for interactive multimedia (1998–2000) and recognition for educational technology innovations. Morris’s work bridges arts, technology, and pedagogy, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration in higher education.

Sos Eltisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Victorian Literature
• Modern and Contemporary Drama
• Performance Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Sos Eltis is a Fellow and Tutorial Fellow in English at Brasenose College, University of Oxford. He has held significant academic roles, including English Faculty Chair (2007–2010, 2014–2015) and Academic Co-ordinator for the Humanitas Professorship of Drama. His teaching focuses on Victorian, modern, and contemporary literature, with a special interest in drama and performance studies. Education: M.A., M.Phil., D.Phil. (Oxford). Research Interests: Victorian and Edwardian performance, Oscar Wilde, gender and sexuality in theatre, women’s suffrage, and the intersection of theatre with politics and social movements. His current project, Ingenious Theatres , explores Victorian performance through the lens of contemporary theatre scholarship, examining themes like democracy, technology, labour, and gender binaries. Professional Affiliations: Member of Oxford University Dramatic Society, Oxford Playhouse Board, and convenor of the Drama in Performance seminar series. Publications: Author of Revising Wilde (1996), Acts of Desire (2013), and editor of George Bernard Shaw’s works (2021). Recent articles span topics like suffrage writing, decadence in theatre, and Beckett’s direction. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary critical frameworks.

• Early Modern English Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Metaphysical Poetry
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Matthias Bauer is a distinguished scholar of English literature at the Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, where he has served as Professor of English since 2004. He currently holds the position of Chair of English Literatures and Cultures and acts as speaker for Modern Languages in the Faculty of Humanities. His academic journey includes a professorship at Saarland University (2001-2004) and extensive scholarly contributions across multiple research domains. First state examination in English and History from Münster University (1984) MA in English Literature from Yale University (1985) Dr. phil. from Münster University (1990; supervisor: Inge Leimberg) Habilitation from Münster University (1999) Professor Bauer's research spans Early Modern English literature (particularly Shakespeare and Metaphysical Poetry), nineteenth-century literature (with emphasis on Dickens), and poetry across historical periods. His work explores the aesthetics of co-creativity, the relationship between language and literature, and literary processes of sacralization and desacralization. He investigates how understanding literary texts functions, what competencies are required, and whether systematic annotation can facilitate comprehension. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on collaborative authorship in Early Modern literature, ambiguity studies, and the intersection of digital humanities with literary annotation. Professor Bauer consistently examines how texts create meaning through ambiguity, co-creation, and religious dimensions, connecting historical literary practices with contemporary theoretical frameworks. Deputy spokesperson for CRC/SFB 1391 "Different Aesthetics" (since 2019) Chair of project C5 "The Aesthetics of Co-Creativity in Early Modern English Literature" Chair of project C5 "Multiple Common Grounds" in CRC/SFB 1718 "Common Ground" Former chair of Research Training Group "Ambiguity: Production and Perception" (2013-2022) He actively supervises Bachelor's and Master's theses on literature from 1550-1900, literary theory, literature and linguistics, poetry, and literature and religion. His editorial work includes serving as co-editor of Connotations: A Journal for Critical Debate, the Literaturwissenschaftliches Jahrbuch, and multiple book series focusing on religion and literature. Professor Bauer leads research teams working on projects related to the Collaborative Research Center "Common Ground" (CRC/SFB 1718), where he chairs project C5 "Multiple Common Grounds: Linguistic Mechanisms for Literary Meaning." His department also hosts a peer-learning project on annotating literature, connecting theoretical research with practical pedagogical applications.

• Continental Philosophy
• Phenomenology
• Ethics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Simon Critchley is a prominent Professor of Philosophy at The European Graduate School / EGS and the Hans Jonas Professor of Philosophy at The New School for Social Research. Born in Hertfordshire in 1960, he holds a BA from the University of Essex (1985), an MA from the University of Nice (1987), and a PhD from the University of Essex (1988), focusing on the ethics of deconstruction in Levinas and Derrida. His academic career includes roles at the University of Essex, The New School, and visiting professorships at institutions like the University of Oslo and Tilburg University. Critchley’s research spans continental philosophy, phenomenology, ethics, and political theory, with a focus on thinkers like Levinas, Derrida, and Heidegger. He is known for exploring themes of mortality, humor, tragedy, and political disappointment, as seen in works like The Book of Dead Philosophers and Infinitely Demanding . His interdisciplinary approach extends to collaborations with artists and institutions like the International Necronautical Society (INS), where he serves as Chief Philosopher. The INS produces avant-garde cultural projects and proclamations, reflecting Critchley’s engagement with art and philosophy. His writings blend academic rigor with pop culture analysis, including studies on David Bowie and Wallace Stevens. Critchley’s contributions include over 28 books and numerous articles, covering topics from philosophy of religion to contemporary political theory. He also moderates The Stone column in The New York Times , inviting philosophers to discuss pressing issues. Key themes in his work include the relationship between ethics and politics, the acceptance of human limitation as freedom, and the role of anarchism in resisting authoritarianism. His research and writings emphasize interdisciplinary dialogue, humor as philosophical critique, and the intersection of philosophy with literature and art.