جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Marzena Góreckaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• German Medieval Mysticism
• Swiss German-Language Literature
• Literary Anthropology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. hab. Marzena Górecka is a Full Professor at the Department of German-Language Literature and Culture , Faculty of Humanities , John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin . Her academic career includes habilitation (2006), Erasmus teaching assignments at the University of Freiburg (Switzerland), and leadership of the INTERREG III C project Language Bridges (2004-2006). Education: University of Lublin (Humanities), University of Zurich (Germanic Philology), University of Perugia (Italian Studies) Degree: Licentiata Philosophiae (1995), Doctorate in German Medieval Literature (1999) Research Focus: German medieval mysticism (Mechthild von Magdeburg, Hildegard von Bingen), Swiss German-language literature of the 20th century (Meinrad Inglin, Albin Zollinger), and literary translation theory with emphasis on Joseph Ratzinger/Benedict XVI's Opera Omnia . She explores mystical anthropology, cultural boundaries, and the interplay between theology and literature. Recent Trends: Analysis of postmodern literary spirituality, translation challenges of theological texts, and cultural memory in European border regions. Her 2023 publications examine educational crises through religious pedagogy and contemporary social critique in Swiss literature. Key Awards: Feniks National Literary Award (2014, 2013), Ministerial Individual Scholarship (MEiN), Landes&Gyr Foundation Research Stipend (Switzerland) Academic Service: Active in international research (SNSF Berlin evaluation), editorial leadership for Opera Omnia Ratzinger , and conference organization on European values and migration. She serves on the Polish Ministerial Expert Panel for academic promotions.

Michael Doolanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sculpture
• Ceramics
• Contemporary Art
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Doolan is a Senior Lecturer at Sydney College of the Arts, University of Sydney. He holds a PhD from Monash University (2013), a Master of Arts (2001), and a Bachelor of Arts (1981). His work explores the intersection of memory, narrative, and objects, using ceramics and mixed media to create sculptures that interrogate childhood narratives and their influence on adult identity. Doolan’s installations often feature disorienting optical effects and fairy tale motifs, reinterpreting classic stories through a contemporary lens. Education: PhD, Faculty of Art Design & Architecture, Monash University (2013) Master of Arts, Monash University (2001) Bachelor of Arts, Monash University (1981) Research Interests: Doolan’s practice focuses on the legacy of fairy tales and their unresolved narratives. By combining handcrafted techniques with digital fabrication, his sculptures critique cultural narratives and materiality. His work often features uncanny, monochromatic ceramic forms that evoke childhood memories while questioning adult perceptions of selfhood. Exhibitions & Awards: Recent highlights include the Deakin University Small Sculpture Award 2024 , participation in the Korean International Ceramics Biennale 2019 , and solo exhibitions such as Stories with Endings Changed (2018) and World without World (2017). His work is featured in major public and private collections internationally. Associations: Member, Australian Network for Art & Technology (ANAT) Member, International Society for the Arts, Sciences and Technology (Leonardo) Current Projects: Researching new sculptural works that blend handcrafting with digital fabrication to reflect contemporary entanglements between human and machine processes.

Kiera Vaclavikمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Children’s Literature
• Material Culture of Childhood
• Adaptation Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Kiera Vaclavik is a Professor at Queen Mary University of London, affiliated with the Department of Comparative Literature and Culture within the School of Languages, Linguistics and Film. She serves as Director of the Centre for Childhood Cultures. With a PhD from the same institution, her research focuses on children’s literature, material culture, adaptation studies, and fashion’s intersection with literature. Her work bridges disciplines such as postcolonial studies and museum studies, emphasizing global and comparative approaches. Her research explores how stories adapt across media and borders, with a particular focus on Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, children’s creativity, and well-being. Notable projects include the AHRC-funded The Alice Sound collaboration with the London Symphony Orchestra and the V&A Museum of Childhood exhibition The Alice Look . She has secured funding from organizations like the British Academy and Medical Research Council. Professor Vaclavik has supervised over 14 PhD students, addressing topics ranging from child migration to speculative fiction. Her awards include a REF2021 Impact Case Study and recognition for public engagement. Her publications span monographs, journal articles, and book chapters, with a focus on children’s literature’s cultural and historical dimensions. Her work extends beyond academia through collaborations with institutions like Liberty, Fevered Sleep, and the London Symphony Orchestra, emphasizing creative and public impact. She regularly engages with media and public lectures, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and community outreach.

Amy Singleton Adamsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Russian Language
• Russian Literature
• Russian Culture
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Amy Singleton Adams is a Professor and Department Chair of World Languages, Literatures & Cultures at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts. She also serves as the Russian Studies Program Director, demonstrating her leadership in Russian language and cultural education. Dr. Adams earned her B.A. in Russian Language and Literature from Dartmouth College, followed by her M.A. and Ph.D. in Slavic Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her academic journey has positioned her as a leading scholar in Russian cultural and religious studies. Dr. Adams's research explores the non-ecclesiastical dimensions of the sacred in literature, society, and environmental attitudes, drawing on a variety of visual and textual genres, including icons and fairy tales. Her work intersects Russian literature, religious studies, and political discourse, with particular focus on Dostoevsky's treatment of nature, Orthodox iconography in contemporary Russian politics, and the cultural significance of the Mother of God (Bogoroditsa) in Russian history and literature. She has made significant contributions to understanding how spiritual dimensions manifest in Russian literary traditions and how religious symbols function within political contexts. Her publications reveal a consistent thematic thread examining the intersection of spirituality, literature, and political power in Russian culture. From analyzing Dostoevsky's representation of nature as divine language to investigating Putin's use of Orthodox icons as political discourse, Dr. Adams demonstrates how religious imagery and concepts permeate both literary and political spheres in Russian society. Her work on Gorky's 'God-building' philosophy and the cultural significance of the Mother of God across centuries reveals her commitment to understanding the deep connections between religious thought and cultural identity in Russia. Framing Mary: The Mother of God in Modern, Revolutionary, and Post-Soviet Russian Culture (2018), co-edited with Vera Shevzov Noplace Like Home: The Literary Artist and Russia's Search for Cultural Identity Dr. Adams is actively involved in academic service, serving as President of the National Slavic Honor Society and as a member of the Association for Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies, the American Association of Teachers of Slavic and East European Languages, and the International Dostoevsky Society. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on 19th Century Russian Literature, Soviet Art and Literature, Writing Under Stalin, Fire & Ice: Siberia in Fiction, and Fairytale: Russia & the World.

Marie Kawthar Daoudaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Representations of benevolent/malevolent femininity
• Naturalism, Decadence, Symbolism and their fusions
• Evolution of exoticism and orientalism from Napoleonic era to Third Republic
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marie Kawthar Daouda serves as a Stipendiary Lecturer in French at Oriel College, University of Oxford, where she teaches both literature and language courses across the undergraduate curriculum. Her academic work is situated within the French Department of Oxford's Faculty of Medieval and Modern Languages, one of the leading language departments in the UK. Dr. Daouda completed her academic training in French and English literature at La Sorbonne and the Université de Bretagne Occidentale. She earned her PhD with a thesis titled "L'Anti-Salomé, représentations de la féminité bienveillante au temps de la Décadence (1850-1920)", which was published as a monograph by Oxford, Peter Lang in 2020. Her second book project, "La Prière désespérée, de Baudelaire à Bernanos", is forthcoming from Garnier, continuing her exploration of spiritual dimensions in French literary tradition. Dr. Daouda's research focuses on challenging conventional understandings of femininity in literary history, particularly examining benevolent feminine figures in fin-de-siècle novels who counter the dominant "femme fatale" stereotype. Her work spans multiple interdisciplinary domains including the evolution of exoticism and orientalism from the Napoleonic era to the Third Republic, intersections between visual arts and literature, children's literature of the Second Empire, and the religious dimensions of literary works from the late 18th century through the 1930s. She demonstrates particular expertise in the literary movements of Naturalism, Decadence, and Symbolism and their complex interrelationships. Her scholarly publications reveal a consistent engagement with French literary traditions from the 19th and early 20th centuries, with special attention to Baudelaire's enduring influence, the reinterpretation of classical myths and fairy tales, and the complex relationship between religious thought and literary production. Dr. Daouda's research methodology demonstrates remarkable interdisciplinary breadth, connecting literary analysis with historical, theological, psychological, and gender studies perspectives to examine how literary figures negotiate authority, legitimacy, and creative expression within specific historical contexts. Monograph: "L'Anti-Salomé, Représentations de la féminité bienveillante au temps de la Décadence (1850-1920)", Oxford, Peter Lang, 2020 Monograph (forthcoming): "La Prière désespérée, de Baudelaire à Bernanos", Paris, Garnier As an educator, Dr. Daouda teaches across the full undergraduate curriculum at Oxford, covering Prelims Papers I-IV and Finals Papers I, II, VIII, and X. Her teaching spans major periods of French literature, from 17th-century works by Pascal and Racine to 20th-century texts by Proust and Camus. She has developed particular expertise in fin-de-siècle literature, teaching both canonical figures like Baudelaire and Mallarmé alongside less-studied authors such as Rachilde, Vivien, and Lorrain. Additionally, she serves as the Visiting Students Coordinator at Oriel College, supporting international students in their academic journey at Oxford.

Jan Ziolkowskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval Latin Literature
• Comparative Literature
• Medieval Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jan Ziolkowski (b. 1956) is Arthur Kingsley Porter Professor of Medieval Latin at Harvard University and served from 2007 to 2020 as Director of the Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection , Harvard’s leading institute for Byzantine, Pre-Columbian, and Garden & Landscape studies. Education A.B. summa cum laude , Princeton University (1977) Ph.D. Medieval Latin, University of Cambridge (1982) – Marshall Scholar Fellow, American Academy in Rome (1980–1981) Research Interests His scholarship centers on Medieval Latin literature and Comparative Literature , with particular attention to folklore and fairy-tale traditions , beast poetry , grammar and sexuality , memory studies , and the classical tradition in the Middle Ages . He has produced critical editions, translations, and wide-ranging monographs that illuminate the intellectual and cultural life of medieval Europe. Across nearly four decades his publications have ranged from Alan of Lille’s Grammar of Sex (1985) to the six-volume Juggler of Notre Dame and the Medievalizing of Modernity (2018), exploring how medieval texts were read, adapted, and remembered. His editorial leadership of the Dumbarton Oaks Medieval Library has further expanded the availability of medieval Latin, Greek, and Old English texts with facing-page translations. Honours & Awards Fellow, American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2010) Fellow, Medieval Academy of America (2008) Member, American Philosophical Society (2017) Corresponding Member, Austrian Academy of Sciences (2006) Member, Academia Europaea (2015) Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art, First Class (2015) John Simon Guggenheim Fellowship (1987–1988) Multiple Hoopes Prizes for outstanding thesis direction Advising & Grants At Harvard he has chaired the Department of Comparative Literature , the Committee on Medieval Studies , and the Department of Classics . He has directed numerous senior honors theses recognized by the Hoopes Prize and has held residential fellowships at the Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study (2005–2006) and Villa I Tatti (1992–1993, 1997–1998). Laboratories & Teams As Director of Dumbarton Oaks he oversaw an international community of scholars, librarians, and curators, expanded public programming, and forged partnerships with institutions throughout Washington, D.C. He founded and continues to guide the Dumbarton Oaks Medieval Library , a major series published by Harvard University Press.

Laura Hubnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Scandinavian and European Film
• Gothic Horror
• Fairy Tale Cinema
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Laura Hubner is a distinguished academic at the University of Winchester, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. She holds a PhD in Film from the University of Reading and specializes in European cinema, Gothic horror, and fairy-tale film. Her research explores gender, identity, and the body in cinematic contexts. Her teaching spans Film Studies, Media and Communication, and English Literature, with modules like 'Music and Film' and 'Fairytale and Gothic Horror'. She has authored/co-edited eight books including Fairytale and Gothic Horror: Uncanny Transformations in Film (2018) and The Zombie Renaissance in Popular Culture (2014). Prof. Hubner’s publications frequently engage with Ingmar Bergman’s filmography, including keynote lectures at the Ingmar Bergman 100 Years Jubilee Conference (2018). Her work has been honored with the Best Box-Set Award at Bologna’s Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival and the US Children’s Literature Association Honor Book Award . She coordinates interdisciplinary events like the ‘Framing Film’ Conference and serves on editorial boards for journals like Studies in European Cinema . Her Iconic Movie Images blog showcases student/staff analyses of cinematic milestones. Prof. Hubner is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. She actively participates in public engagements, including BBC Radio 4’s In Our Time (2023) and Bergman Week festivals in Sweden.

Michael Salerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modern European Intellectual History
• Cultural History
• History of Science and Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael Saler is a Professor of History at the University of California, Davis, specializing in modern European intellectual and cultural history with a focus on intersections between science, technology, literature, and secularism. His work explores how 'wonder' and 'belief' operate in secularizing societies. He holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University and a B.A. from Brandeis University. His research publications include influential works like As If: Modern Enchantment and the Literary Prehistory of Virtual Reality (2012) and The Fin-de-Siècle World (2014), both recognized with prestigious awards. His teaching portfolio includes courses on modern European intellectual history, historiography, and interdisciplinary topics like 'Science Fiction and Modernity' in the Honors Program. Education: Ph.D., History and Humanities, Stanford University, 1992 B.A., History & European Cultural Studies, Brandeis University, 1985 Research interests span modernism, enchantment theory, and the cultural history of science. His writing appears in venues like The Washington Post and Times Literary Supplement . He has received multiple teaching awards including the Academic Senate Distinguished Teaching Award (1999). Awards: Choice Outstanding Academic Title (2015) Huffington Post 'Best Book' (2012) Stanford Humanities Center Fellowship (2001) His advising and grants history, while not detailed here, reflects sustained engagement with graduate mentorship in modern European studies. His work frequently bridges humanities disciplines, emphasizing narrative as a lens for understanding modernity's complexities.

Karolina Szymborskaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Child Studies
• Literary Anthropology
• Cultural Anthropology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Karolina Szymborska serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Cultural Anthropology within the Faculty of Cultural Studies at the University of Białystok. Her academic work bridges literary anthropology and interdisciplinary child studies, focusing on historical and contemporary representations of childhood across cultural domains. Her research interests span child studies , literary anthropology , and affective philosophy of childhood . Key areas include postmodern fairy tales, child thanatology, boyology, pedology, cultural memory, and children's film. She develops educational frameworks like the prefigurative method and exopedagogy, emphasizing child agency in cultural production and pedagogical innovation. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2013-2022) reveals consistent focus on childhood representation across literary, cultural, and philosophical contexts. Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary integration, particularly between literary theory, cultural anthropology, and educational practice, with recurring themes of child agency and cultural memory construction. She actively coordinates research initiatives including the international "Together for Education" project (2017-2023), implementing pedagogical innovations in Polish schools worldwide through Ministry of Education funding. Since 2022, she executes the Henryk Sienkiewicz "Writings" critical edition grant. As editor of the "Children Studies. Literature-Theory-Life" publishing series, she facilitates international scholarly dialogue on child studies methodology. Szymborska directs cultural-educational activities through "Wspólnota Polska" Association, developing programs that engage students in co-creating educational materials. Her work extends to Polish diaspora communities across 15 countries, emphasizing child-centered cultural production and transnational educational exchange.

• French Literature
• Surrealism
• Visual Culture
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Masao Suzuki is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Humanities and Social Sciences, specializing in French literature and surrealism. Holding a Master of Arts from the University of Tokyo (1993) and a Doctor of Literature from University of Paris 7 (1997), his career spans surrealism studies, manga analysis, and modern visual culture. He teaches French literature history, language, and seminars on cultural representation. Education: University of Tokyo Graduate School, Division of Regional Culture (MA, 1993) University of Tokyo Faculty of Liberal Arts (BA, 1984) University of Paris 7 (PhD, Literature) His research bridges surrealism with popular media like manga, focusing on visual culture, avant-garde movements, and the paradoxes of modernity . Publications span surrealism's role in image-text dynamics, Romanian surrealism, and the cultural significance of comics. Recent projects analyze still-image media's principles and surrealism's position in visual culture history. Key Trends in Research: 2018-2021 studies on manga's temporal structures , 2013-2017 work on self-representation in surrealism , and 2006-2009 grants on rhythm and figure in poetry . He organized workshops connecting manga with art history and media theory. Scientific Awards: Multiple JSPS Grants-in-Aid for research on surrealism, manga, and modernist dissemination (1995-present) As an educator, Suzuki leads courses on French culture, literature seminars, and core lectures for graduate students. He previously collaborated at the University of Paris VII (2003-2004) and participates in international symposiums on surrealism and modernism.

Anne Nesbetمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Russian and Soviet Literature
• Film Studies
• Children's Literature
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anne Nesbet is a Professor and Department Chair in Comparative Literature at the University of California, Berkeley. Her expertise spans Russian and Soviet literature, film studies, and children's literature, with a particular focus on Sergei Eisenstein, early Soviet culture, and cross-cultural narratives. Education Ph.D. in Comparative Literature, University of California, Berkeley D.E.A. in General & Comparative Literature, Universite de Paris – III Research Interests Dr. Nesbet explores intersections between literature and film, emphasizing silent and early sound cinema from France, Germany, and Russia. Her work delves into Soviet cinema's architectural symbolism, Gogol's literary legacy, and comparative analyses of Eastern and Western cultural movements, including GDR history. Publication Trends Her publications span from 1988 to 2020, focusing on Soviet film theory (particularly Eisenstein), comparative literary analysis, and children's/YA fiction. Recent works (2012-2020) include award-winning novels blending historical and fantastical elements, while scholarly works examine spatial representation, montage theory, and transnational cultural exchanges. Teaching She teaches graduate seminars on 1920s literature, Eisenstein's and Vertov's films, and children's literature theory, alongside courses on Russian novels, literary theory, and Soviet-American cultural intersections.

Anne Klara Bomمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Hans Christian Andersen Studies
• Cultural Icon Analysis
• Narrative Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anne Klara Bom is an Associate Professor in the Department of Culture and Language at the University of Southern Denmark. With a PhD and extensive publication record spanning over a decade, she specializes in cultural studies with a particular focus on Hans Christian Andersen as a cultural icon, narrative analysis, and the relationship between literature, community, and national identity formation. Dr. Bom's research interests center on cultural iconography, discourse analysis, and the sociocultural significance of literary figures. She has made substantial contributions to understanding how Hans Christian Andersen functions as a cultural symbol both in Denmark and internationally. Her methodological approach frequently employs discourse analysis to critically examine cultural phenomena and their implications for community building and national identity. Her work explores the intersections of literature, tourism, education, and heritage, with particular attention to how cultural icons are constructed, maintained, and transformed across different contexts and temporal frameworks. Analysis of Dr. Bom's publication record reveals a clear scholarly trajectory from examining Andersen as a primarily Danish phenomenon to understanding his global significance and the complex processes of adaptation across cultural boundaries. Her most recent work demonstrates increasing attention to temporal dimensions in cultural heritage, examining how historical narratives and cultural symbols are experienced and utilized in contemporary settings. There is also a consistent thread connecting literature to community formation throughout her work. Specializes in Hans Christian Andersen studies as cultural phenomenon Expertise in discourse analysis methodology Research spans cultural policy, educational applications, and international reception Active contributor to scholarly discourse with publications through 2025 Dr. Bom has received one significant academic prize for her contributions to the field, though specific details about this award are not provided in the available information. Her research has generated substantial scholarly engagement, with multiple publications receiving notable downloads and citations, particularly in areas related to cultural heritage and national identity. While specific details about her teaching responsibilities are limited in the provided materials, her publications related to educational practice suggest active engagement with pedagogy, particularly in how Hans Christian Andersen's works can be used as tools for critical reflection in educational settings. She appears to collaborate extensively with colleagues at the University of Southern Denmark and participates in international research networks focused on literary and cultural studies.

• Comparative Literature
• Cultural Studies
• Translation Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hiroko Nishiguchi is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Creative Science and Engineering with concurrent research roles at the Waseda Research Institute for Science and Engineering . She has held visiting professorships at Universität Kassel and taught at multiple Japanese universities. PhD in Comparative Literature (Tokyo University of Foreign Studies) MA in German Literature (Sophia University) Her research specializes in: Grimm's Fairy Tales reception and translation in Japan German-Japanese cultural exchange through literary illustration Comparative media studies across books, animation, and oral traditions Translation methodologies in pre-modern Japanese contexts Key article trends show Meiji-period Grimm translations with textual adaptation patterns, cross-cultural illustration analysis between Germany and Japan, and anime adaptation studies focusing on Studio Ghibli's works. Her publications span both Japanese and German academic journals. Scientific recognition includes: 2023 Waseda University Academic Research Book Award 2022 Japan Society for Children's Literature Honour Award She supervises graduate theses and seminars at Waseda University, focusing on literature collection methodologies and cross-cultural presentation techniques . Current research explores Meiji-era translated works and their Pan-Asian influence through linguistic frameworks.

• History of Russian Religious Art
• Official Culture of the Russian Empire
• Imperial Calendar Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jelena Pogosjan is a Professor at the University of Alberta's Modern Languages and Cultural Studies Department within the Faculty of Arts. She holds a PhD from the University of Tartu (1997) and has been teaching since 1990, moving to the University of Alberta in 2002. Her research focuses on Russian religious art history, official culture of the Russian Empire (especially 18th century), imperial calendar studies, and poetic themes in Russian odes. She advises PhD students on symbolic geographies and Russian Orthodoxy in modern literature. Teaching includes courses like Fairy Tales and Folk Tales, Russian language levels, and Intermediate Russian. Recent publications explore topics like imperial iconography, masquerade culture, and apocalyptic symbolism in official contexts. Her work bridges art history, cultural studies, and literary analysis with a focus on Russia's imperial identity construction through material culture and textual narratives.

• Urban Planning
• Social Work
• Library Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Aldred is an Associate Professor and Reference Librarian at the University of Illinois Chicago's University Library. His roles include serving as a Liaison Librarian for the College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs, Public Administration, and the Jane Addams College of Social Work. He specializes in Government Information, Social Work, Transportation, and Urban Planning. His research focuses on geospatial analysis of library collections, information equity, and instructional design in academic libraries. Education: Aldred holds a PhD in Folklore and American Studies from Indiana University (2009), an M.S. in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2014), and prior degrees in History, Sociology, and Folklore. He is certified through the Federal Depository Library Program. Research Interests: His work bridges GIS applications in library science, folklore studies, and information literacy. He has published on topics ranging from spatial analysis of urban planning literature to the use of ArcGIS in collection management. His earlier scholarship explored folklore in digital spaces, gaming cultures, and film studies. Professional Service: Aldred chairs committees for the American Library Association’s GODORT division and participates in the Illinois Depository Council. He has served on UIC’s University Senate and led initiatives in diversity, equity, and inclusion. His contributions include judging student research forums and managing ICPSR data services. Labs/Teams: His current projects emphasize geospatial approaches to addressing equity gaps in academic resources. He collaborates with urban planning departments to map information access disparities using GIS tools.