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Takashi Shogimenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Thought
• Comparative Intellectual History
• Medieval European History
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Takashi Shogimen is a Professor in the Department of History and Art History at the University of Otago, New Zealand, where he has been employed since 2004. He was promoted to Professor in 2015 after serving as Associate Professor (2012-2015), Senior Lecturer (2007-2012), and Lecturer (2004-2007). From 2015 to 2019, he served as Head of the Department of History and Art History, and from 2013 to 2015, he was Associate Dean (Research) for the Division of Humanities. His educational background includes a PhD from the University of Sheffield (1998) and an LLB from Keio University in Japan (1991). Prior to joining the University of Otago, he was a Research Fellow at Clare Hall, University of Cambridge (1997-2000) and a Research Assistant for the Medieval Texts Editorial Committee of the British Academy (1997-2001). Professor Shogimen's research focuses on comparative political thought between medieval Europe and Tokugawa Japan, with special attention to William of Ockham in medieval European political thought and Yanaihara Tadao in modern Japanese intellectual history. His work explores the linguistic theory of anatomical, physiological, and therapeutic metaphors in intellectual history, particularly the body politic metaphor, and examines patriotism and nationalism across different historical contexts. He approaches historical methodology with attention to conceptual boundaries and contextual analysis. His publication record shows a consistent trajectory of scholarly work connecting European and Japanese political thought through comparative frameworks. A significant portion of his recent work analyzes the body politic metaphor across different historical and cultural contexts, while also examining specific historical events like the Yanaihara Incident in wartime Japan. His scholarship demonstrates a sustained engagement with how political concepts travel across time and cultural boundaries. The 35th Suntory Prize for Social Sciences and Humanities (History and Civilization Section), Japan (2013) Marsden Award, The Royal Society of New Zealand (2008-2010) Fellow, Royal Historical Society (UK) (2006) Early Career Award for Distinction in Research, University of Otago (2006) Marsden Award, The Royal Society of New Zealand (2006-2007) Overseas Research Students Award, Committee of Vice-Chancellors and Principals of the Universities of the United Kingdom (1993-1995) Professor Shogimen has secured multiple research grants including the prestigious Marsden Awards from the Royal Society of New Zealand. His work has been recognized with Japan's Suntory Prize for Social Sciences and Humanities, one of the country's most prestigious academic awards. He has edited several important volumes that bridge European and Asian political thought, including "Visions of Peace: Asia and the West" and "Western Political Thought in Dialogue with Asia." His research operates at the intersection of multiple intellectual traditions, creating dialogues between medieval European political thought and Japanese intellectual history. He leads a scholarly approach that examines how political concepts evolve across different cultural contexts while maintaining certain structural similarities.

John K. Thorntonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• African History
• Atlantic History
• World History
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John K. Thornton is a Professor of History and African American Studies at Boston University. Specializing in African and Atlantic history, his research focuses on West Central Africa before 1800, African diaspora studies, and the history of the Atlantic Basin. He holds a B.A. from the University of Michigan and an M.A./Ph.D. from UCLA. Thornton's work bridges Africanist studies with transatlantic perspectives, producing seminal works like The Kingdom of Kongo and Africa and Africans in the Making of the Atlantic World . His 2010 book project explores cultural formations in the Atlantic world. He has served as a consultant for major institutions including the Smithsonian's African Voices exhibit and PBS series like African American Lives . His research interests emphasize pre-colonial African political systems, warfare, and the impact of transatlantic connections on cultural identity. Despite no listed awards, his extensive publications and advisory roles highlight his scholarly influence in redefining narratives of African agency in global history. Thornton's advising and grants are not detailed here, though his academic service includes curatorial work and educational outreach. He is affiliated with Boston University's African American Studies program and teaches in the History Department.

• Anthropology of island Southeast Asia
• Customary governance
• Land tenure systems
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Dr. Susanna Barnes is a social anthropologist at the University of Melbourne specializing in the anthropology of island Southeast Asia with a primary focus on Timor-Leste. Her research examines customary governance, land tenure systems, inter-generational well-being, and the complex intersections of colonial history with contemporary development practices. As an active academic, she teaches undergraduate anthropology courses and supervises graduate students in anthropological research related to Southeast Asia. Dr. Barnes' educational background includes: Ph.D. in Anthropology from Monash University (Melbourne, Australia) M.A. in Anthropology of Development from University of Sussex (Brighton, UK) M.A. (Hons) in Spanish and History from University of Edinburgh (Edinburgh, UK) Dr. Barnes' research interests center on the anthropology of island Southeast Asia, with particular expertise in Timor-Leste. Her work explores how customary governance and land tenure systems interact with modern legal frameworks in post-conflict settings. She investigates inter-generational well-being and healing processes, kinship and exchange systems, and the complex legacies of colonial and post-colonial history. Her research on cultural tourism and development addresses how international development initiatives intersect with local customs and practices. Through extensive fieldwork, particularly in the community of Babulo in Uato Lari sub-district, she documents how communities navigate the tensions between tradition and modernity. Dr. Barnes' recent publications reveal a strong focus on how customary practices in Timor-Leste respond to contemporary challenges. Her work examines the intersection of traditional knowledge systems with public health responses, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. She explores how ritual authority is reasserted in post-occupation contexts and investigates the persistence of social categories like 'slave' in contemporary Timor-Leste society. Her research on tourism imaginaries reveals how communities envision post-pandemic economic recovery through cultural heritage. A recurring theme across her work is the examination of Portuguese colonial legacies and their ongoing influence on land governance and social structures in Timor-Leste and other former Portuguese colonies. Dr. Barnes is actively involved in interdisciplinary research collaborations, particularly with colleagues from the University of Melbourne on customary approaches to health and healing in Timor-Leste. She is currently working on an international research project that combines ethnographically grounded research and micro-histories of land governance policies across former Portuguese colonies in Asia, South America, and Africa. She is also a member of the Economies and Globalisation Research Laboratory. Dr. Barnes teaches courses including ANTH111: One World, Many Peoples, ANTH231: Cross-cultural perspectives on health and illness, ANTH240: Cultural Landscapes and Environments, and ANTH310: Anthropology of Gender. She is currently available to supervise MA students in Anthropology, focusing on research related to Southeast Asia.

Zsolt Czigányikمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Utopian and dystopian literature
• Hungarian literary history
• Intellectual history
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Zsolt Czigányik is habilitated Associate Professor at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), Budapest, in the School of English and American Studies and Department of English Studies , and concurrently Senior Fellow of the Gerda Henkel Stiftung, Germany. His research integrates literary hermeneutics with intellectual history and political thought to map Hungarian and Central-European utopian/dystopian traditions from the 16th century to the present. Education & Academic Standing: Habilitated Associate Professor (dr. habil.) – qualification above PhD required for full professorship in Hungary. Doctoral data sheet registered at doktori.hu (exact degrees not stated in source). Research Interests: Czigányik’s work revolves around the intersections of utopian imagination, political ideology and literary form . He examines how Hungarian authors from Bessenyei, Jókai and Madách to Karinthy, Babits and Szathmári crafted positive or negative utopias that respond to the region’s chronic liminality between Western and Eastern power structures. Additional interests include translation history (Hungarian versions of Thomas More’s Utopia ), censorship and reception during the Communist period, and cyclical theories of history in authors such as Anthony Burgess. Publication Trends (2015-2024): His recent output clusters around four large Springer e-book chapters (2022), a Palgrave monograph and its concluding chapter (2023), and two 2024 articles on translation history and the Hungarian utopian canon. Collectively these works foreground Hungarian dystopias of the inter-war era , Enlightenment-era moderate optimism , techno-utopias of the long nineteenth century , and reception of More’s Utopia in a multi-denominational context. Grants & Fellowships: Senior Fellow, Gerda Henkel Stiftung (Germany) – current. Advising & Teaching: No individual student names or supervision lists are provided in the supplied text; he is however labelled “lecturer” in departmental context, implying active graduate and undergraduate teaching responsibilities. Labs / Research Teams: No dedicated lab or large-scale team is mentioned; research appears to be individual with network links visible via co-authorship and Academia.edu follower data.

Ute Pietruschkaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Graeco-Arabic transmission
• Christian Arabic literature
• Oriental manuscript studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ute Pietruschka (b. 1959) is a senior research fellow at the Academy of Sciences Göttingen and associate researcher in the Seminar für Arabistik/Islamwissenschaft, University of Göttingen. From 2001-2021 she taught as Lehrbeauftragte at the Oriental Institute, University of Halle, after earlier appointments at Queensland and Marburg. Her projects include the Corpus of Arabic and Syriac Gnomologia and the Union Catalogue of Oriental Manuscripts in Germany. Education & Career 1982 Diplom, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg (Arabic & Christian-oriental languages) 1986 Dr. phil. Halle, thesis on Ethiopian transmission of Greek philosophical sayings 1985-1992 wiss. Mitarbeiterin / Oberassistentin, University of Halle 1992-1994 Lecturer, University of Queensland 1994-2001 Assistentin, University of Marburg 2001-2021 Lecturer, Oriental Institute, University of Halle 2012-2022 Senior researcher, Academy of Sciences Göttingen Research Interests Pietruschka investigates the circulation of Greek wisdom literature into Arabic, Syriac, Coptic and Ethiopic cultures. Using philological and Digital-Humanities methods she edits gnomologia, traces manuscript transmission, and studies the educational role of monasteries and schools in the Islamicate world. Additional interests include the representation of nomads in Syriac writing and the reuse of biblical material in Islamic adab. Publication Profile Recent articles cluster around three thrusts: (1) Edition and analysis of Greek-Arabic gnomologia and doxographies, showing how compilations like Ps.-Plutarch’s Placita served as textbooks; (2) Study of Christian Arabic and Syriac wisdom collections, especially the monastic Apophthegmata Patrum and their pedagogical Sitz im Leben; (3) Codicological surveys of Coptic and Karšūnī manuscripts, highlighting monasteries as intellectual hubs after the Islamic conquest. Projects & Grants Head, Corpus der arabischen und syrischen Gnomologien (since 2011, continuation planned 2023-) Co-leader (with Jürgen Tubach) DFG-SFB project “Das Bild des Nomaden in der syrischen Literatur” (2004-2008) Senior researcher, Union Catalogue of Oriental Manuscripts in Germany, Göttingen Academy (2012-2022) Teaching & Digital Humanities Together with Dr. Marco Büchler (Leipzig) she regularly offers courses on Digital Humanities applied to Semitic manuscript cultures, combining codicology, XML/TEI and network analysis.

Gregory Fernando Pappasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Latin American Philosophy
• American Pragmatism
• Socio-Political Theory
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Gregory Fernando Pappas is a Professor of Philosophy at Texas A&M University, specializing in Latin American Philosophy, American Pragmatism, Socio-Political Theory, and Ethical Theory. His work contributes significantly to the Departmental Research Strengths in Philosophies of the Global South. Currently, he serves as editor-in-chief of The Inter-American Journal of Philosophy , the first online journal devoted to inter-American philosophy with an inter-American editorial board that includes prominent philosophers from across the Americas. Dr. Pappas earned his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Texas at Austin in 1990. His academic journey has established him as a leading scholar at the intersection of American Pragmatism and Latin American philosophical traditions, with significant contributions to the understanding of John Dewey's ethical philosophy. Pappas works within the Latinx, American Pragmatist, and Latin American traditions in ethics and social-political philosophy. He is renowned for his expertise on the philosophy of John Dewey and Luis Villoro, having authored numerous articles and two significant books: John Dewey's Ethics: Democracy as Experience and Pragmatism in the Americas . His current research project develops "An Inter-American Approach to the Problems of Injustice," drawing on insights from American Pragmatism (Jane Addams, John Dewey), Latin American philosophers (Luis Villoro, Paulo Freire, Maria Lugones), and community-based participatory research, addressing contemporary issues of social justice through philosophical frameworks. His scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on bridging philosophical traditions across the Americas, with recent work exploring topics like socialism renewal, inter-American philosophical futures, and the application of pragmatist thought to contemporary social issues. His research spans comparative philosophy, political theory, and ethics, with particular attention to how philosophical ideas travel across cultural boundaries while maintaining their transformative potential for addressing injustice. Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship William James Prize by the American Philosophical Association Latin American Thought Prize by the American Philosophical Association Mellow Prize by the Society for the Advancement of American Philosophy Distinguished Research Fellow for the Latino Research Initiative at The University of Texas at Austin (2018) National Humanities Center Fellow (2021-2022) Senior Fellow at Maria Sibylla Merian International Centre (2019-2020) Fulbright scholar (2012-2013) Dr. Pappas has served as president of the Society for the Advancement of American Philosophy and was recently featured in an interview with Peruvian newspaper El Comercio. His editorial leadership of The Inter-American Journal of Philosophy has created an important platform for inter-American philosophical dialogue. His teaching includes courses such as "Tech & Human Values" and "Philosophical Authors," reflecting his commitment to engaging students with both traditional and contemporary philosophical questions that address the relationship between technology, ethics, and human values in democratic societies.

Elisabeth Geeversمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Dynastic Rule
• Early Modern History
• Spanish Habsburg Monarchy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Elisabeth Geevers serves as Senior Lecturer and Researcher in the Department of History within Lund University's Faculty of Humanities and Theology. Her institutional affiliation includes active participation in the university's research portal and various teaching responsibilities across undergraduate history programs. She completed her MA at Leiden University in 2002 followed by a PhD from the University of Amsterdam in 2008. Her academic journey includes lecturing positions at Utrecht University and Leiden University, plus postdoctoral research at Leiden, Radboud University Nijmegen, and Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen in Germany before joining Lund University. Geevers specializes in dynastic rule during the Early Modern period, with particular expertise in the Spanish Habsburg Monarchy and comparative studies of Safavid Iran. Her research examines the role of junior family members in dynastic governance and conceptual frameworks of dynastic systems. Recent publications reveal a methodological approach combining political, cultural, and religious history to understand how dynasties maintained power across diverse territories. Her work increasingly explores connections between European and non-European dynastic systems, demonstrating the transnational nature of early modern political organization. Her 27 research outputs demonstrate consistent scholarly productivity, with multiple publications in 2023 including the monograph 'The Spanish Habsburgs and Dynastic Rule, 1500–1700' and edited volume 'Dynasties and State Formation in Early Modern Europe.' These works establish her as a significant contributor to the field of early modern European history with growing influence in comparative dynastic studies. Professional activities include editorial responsibilities as Assistant Editor of 'The Court Historian,' Series Editor for 'Early Modern Court Studies' (Amsterdam University Press), and membership on the Editorial Board for the 'Early Modern History' book series published by Editorial UNED in Madrid. She has delivered numerous invited lectures and public seminars on European dynastic history. Geevers currently supervises two dissertation projects: 'Power Made Metal: Lead Amulets as Religious Technologies in Medieval Europe' (2024-2028) and 'At the Levers of Empire: Hope & Co. and the Reconfiguration of European and Colonial Trade and Finance, ca 1740–1830' (2022-2027), demonstrating her commitment to mentoring emerging scholars while maintaining an active research agenda.

Thomas Wolfgang Peter DAHNHARDTمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• South Asian Literature
• Urdu Language and Literature
• Hindi Language and Literature
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Thomas Wolfgang Peter DAHNHARDT is an Associate Professor in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. His academic focus lies in the modern languages and literatures of the Indian subcontinent, particularly Urdu and Hindi. He teaches courses in Urdu language, Hindi language, and literary cultures of Pakistan and post-colonial India, contributing significantly to South Asian studies within the European academic context. His research interests span Sufism, Indo-Islamic cultural studies, mystical traditions, saint veneration, and inter-religious practices. He has published extensively on topics such as the role of al-Khidr in South Asia, the Naqshbandi-Mujaddidi Sufi orders, and the intersections between Sufism and Hindu traditions. His scholarly work reflects a deep engagement with religious syncretism, symbolism in South Asian literature, and ethnolinguistic aspects of Islamic mysticism. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent thematic focus on Sufi spirituality, sacred geography, mystical experiences, and literary expressions of devotion. His works often explore the interplay between Islamic and Hindu traditions, the role of spiritual intermediaries, and the cultural significance of saints and dervishes in South Asia. He frequently contributes to edited volumes and academic journals in the fields of Islamic studies, religious studies, and South Asian humanities. While no formal scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his extensive publication record in reputable academic venues indicates significant scholarly recognition. His editorial work on volumes such as Journey among Dervishes between Past and Present and Roots of Wisdom, Branches of Devotion demonstrates leadership in collaborative academic projects. He has supervised and contributed to numerous academic publications, though specific student advisees are not mentioned. His research is supported by consistent scholarly output rather than explicit grant information. He maintains an active academic presence through teaching, research, and publication, with no indication of retirement or part-time status. He is associated with no specific research lab or team in the provided information, but his work aligns with broader scholarly networks in South Asian and Islamic studies. His personal website and university profile serve as primary points of academic engagement.

Catherine Holmesمشاهده پروفایل

مربی

• Global Middle Ages
• Byzantine Studies
• Medieval Mediterranean History
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Catherine Holmes is a Tutor in Medieval History at University College, University of Oxford . Her research focuses on the politics and culture of the Mediterranean world, including Byzantium, between the 10th and early 15th centuries. She specializes in frontiers, inter-religious/ethnic relations, comparative political culture, and the Global Middle Ages. Research Interests: She explores the interconnectedness of global medieval history, challenging traditional Eurocentric narratives. Her work emphasizes cross-cultural exchanges, political systems in Byzantium, the Islamic world, and the Latin West, as well as environmental and military aspects of medieval societies. Publications: Holmes has authored a monograph on Byzantine governance ( Basil II and the Governance of Empire, 976-1025 , 2005) and co-edited two influential volumes: Political Culture in the Latin West, Byzantium and the Islamic World (2021), which examines comparative political systems, and The Global Middle Ages (2018), which redefines pre-1500 global interactions. These works highlight her commitment to interdisciplinary and cross-regional historical analysis. Advising & Grants: Holmes supervises DPhil students in Byzantine and Mediterranean history (Jamie Chandler, James Cogbill, Adele Curness, John-Francis Martin, Findlay Willis). She co-convened an AHRC-funded network ( Defining the Global Middle Ages , 2012-15) and contributes to collaborative projects like the comparative political culture study of Byzantium, Islamic societies, and the Latin West. Labs & Teams: She is affiliated with the Oxford Centre for Byzantine Research , Oxford Centre for Global History , and Oxford Centre for Late Antiquity , fostering interdisciplinary research in these areas.

• History of the early modern period
• History of monarchies and dynasties
• Gender history
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Dr. Charlotte Backerra is a prominent early modern historian currently serving as a Research Assistant in the Department of Medieval and Modern History at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen. She holds a visiting fellowship at the CRC 138 'Dynamics of Security' (2022-2025) and has previously worked at TU Darmstadt, University of Stuttgart, and Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. Her research focuses on the intersection of monarchical studies , economic history , and diplomatic practices in early modern Europe. Key areas include dynastic finance , gender dynamics in royal contexts, and environmental impacts of historical events. Her recent publications analyze economic strategies of Holy Roman Empire dynasties , confessional diplomacy , and climate history during the Little Ice Age. She contributes to international research networks including the Premodern Diplomats Network and Royal Studies Network. 2023: Team speaker for 'Women in Economic History' 2021/22: Mentor in Collegium Cusanum's mentoring program 2019: Founding member of Göttingen's Center for Medieval and Early Modern Studies 2014: Board member of International Intelligence History Association

Alfred Hornungمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Comparative multi-ethnic studies
• Life writing and ecology
• Inter- and transculturalism
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Alfred Hornung is a Professor and Chair of English and American Studies at Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz, Germany. He has held leadership roles including Vice Dean, Chair, and Dean of various departments and served on national and international review boards. His research spans Comparative Multi-Ethnic Studies, Life Writing, Interculturalism, and Postmodernism. Professor and Chair, English and American Studies, University of Mainz (1988–) President, MESEA (2000–2004); Director, Center for Intercultural Studies (2000–2005) Research Professorship (2014), and Visiting Professorships in the U.S., Europe, and China His work intersects life writing with ecology, postmodernism, and transnational American studies. Publications include Ecology and Life Writing (2013) and Arab American Literature and Culture (2012), analyzing cultural hybridity and environmental narratives. Scientific awards include the 2013 Carl Bode–Norman Holmes Pearson Prize and the 2014 Research Professorship of Rhineland-Palatinate. He has been a Fellow of the National Humanities Center (1980–1981) and Permanent Fellow at Peking University (2004).

Mirosław Krukمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Art History
• Medieval and Modern European Art
• Byzantine Art
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Prof. Mirosław Kruk is a leading Polish art historian specializing in medieval and early modern Orthodox art, with a particular focus on Slavic countries and Byzantine cultural continuity. He holds the title of Professor at the Faculty of History, University of Gdańsk, and serves as Head of the Division of Medieval Art within the Institute of Art History since 2011. Concurrently, he has been a dedicated curator at the National Museum in Krakow's Bishop Erazm Ciołek Palace since 1996, specializing in Church Art of the Eastern Rite. Academic Affiliation: University of Gdańsk (Faculty of History, Institute of Art History) Museum Role: National Museum in Krakow (Senior Curator, Department of Eastern Church Art) His research centers on the history of icon painting, Byzantine liturgical influences in Catholic churches, and the visual heritage of Eastern Churches within the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. A prolific author of monographs on medieval icons, he has pioneered studies connecting political history with religious art through figures like Jan III Sobieski and their representation in Orthodox iconography. Scientific contributions reveal a consistent focus on: Byzantine steatite icon analysis Post-Byzantine maniera greca style 19th century Neo-Byzantine revival Inter-cultural artistic transfer in Central and Eastern Europe His work has been recognized with prestigious awards including the National Education Commission Medal (2012), PAN Committee for Art Sciences Award (2020), and multiple Rector's Prizes.

Marco Cipolloniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Spanish History
• Hispanic Literature
• Iberian Studies
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Marco Cipolloni is a Full Professor in the Department of Methods and Models for Economy, Territory and Finance at Sapienza University of Rome, specializing in Spanish and Iberian historical and literary studies. His work bridges humanities and social sciences with a focus on Spain's political and cultural evolution from the late 19th century to contemporary periods. His research spans Spanish History , Hispanic Literature , and Iberian Studies , with particular expertise in: Political democratization processes during Canovist Spain and the Second Republic Vanguardist humor movements and literary representations of war Catalan nationalism and Eurosceptic discourses Transatlantic cultural exchanges between Spain, Italy, and Latin America Interwar connections between Spanish and Weimar German political cultures Analysis of his 2015-2024 publications reveals a consistent methodology examining literature as political discourse, with recurring themes of national identity construction, historical memory, and linguistic strategies in crisis periods. His most significant contributions analyze Catalan compound words as political markers and the digital-age reinterpretation of Civil War narratives. While no specific advisory roles or research grants are disclosed in available materials, his institutional profile indicates active scholarly engagement through Sapienza University's framework for degree courses and research dissemination.

Alexander Nikolovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval History
• History of the Crusades
• Migrations and Frontier Societies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Alexander Nikolov serves as Professor and Head of the Department of Ancient History, Thracian Studies and Medieval History at Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski's Faculty of History in Bulgaria. His office (room 39) hosts Thursday office hours from 11:00-13:00, with contact via phone (+359) 2 9308 321 or email aleksandur@uni-sofia.bg. His academic credentials include: National College for Ancient Languages and Cultures (1982) MA in History, University of Sofia (1989) MA in Medieval Studies, Central European University, Budapest (1996) PhD in History, University of Sofia (2004) MPhil in Medieval Studies, Central European University, Budapest (2008) Specializing in Vatican Secret Archive research (1990-1991) and Modern Greek/Byzantine Studies (Vienna, 1998), his scholarly work centers on Medieval History with emphasis on Crusades historiography, migration patterns in frontier societies, and proto-national identity formation. His publications critically examine how medieval Balkan ethnic interactions—particularly involving Cumans, Uzes, and Bulgarians—shaped regional integration and cultural memory. Recent publications (2010-2013) reveal three dominant trajectories: reinterpretation of Bulgar ethnogenesis amid post-communist 'parahistory' phenomena, analysis of Crusader-era Christian-Muslim relations through texts like William of Tripoli's treatise, and investigations into how medieval migration patterns influenced Balkan frontier societies. His work consistently bridges Byzantine, Bulgarian, and Western European historical spheres while interrogating modern nationalist appropriations of medieval history. Professional affiliations include: Association of Byzantinologists and Medievalists in Bulgaria Bulgarian Historical Association Mediaevalia: Association for Medieval European and Mediterranean Research His research includes the 'Inter-Cultural Dialogue Bulgaria-Turkey' project (2008-2009). As an educator, he contributes significantly to Bulgarian secondary history curricula through textbooks covering Slavic-Bulgarian history and European civilization, though specific advisee relationships aren't documented. His departmental leadership focuses on integrating Thracian studies with broader medieval Balkan research frameworks.

John Carey Havardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hemispheric American Studies
• Religious Studies
• 19th Century American Literature
• +۷ مورد دیگر

John Carey Havard is a Professor of Early American Literature and Chair of the Department of English at Kennesaw State University. His academic focus spans hemispheric American studies and religious studies, with leadership experience since 2018 at multiple institutions. Research Interests: His work interrogates transatlantic literary exchanges, US national identity formation, and intersections of race, religion, and colonialism in 19th-century American literature. Key themes include slavery, Hispanicism, immigration, and postcolonial discourse. Publications: Havard’s scholarship explores the transnational dimensions of American literature, from Melville’s Benito Cereno to Cuban and Mexican influences on US narratives. Topics range from anti-Catholicism in antebellum fiction to cosmopolitanism in Ridge’s Joaquín Murieta . Leadership: He spearheaded curricular innovations, KSU’s It's About Engagement QEP initiatives, and the establishment of the Department of English Lecturers Caucus. He served as Chair of the University Chairs and Directors Assembly (2023-24).