Kathryn Ciancia is Associate Professor of History and Director of Undergraduate Studies at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her work examines modern Poland, citizenship, and borderlands. Award-winning book 'On Civilization’s Edge' explores modernization in interwar Poland. Current project 'Sites of Sovereignty' analyzes Polish statehood during WWII exile.
Dr. Sebastian Rimestad is a Research Fellow at the Institute for the Study of Religions , University of Leipzig. His work focuses on Orthodox Christianity, religious history of Eastern and Northern Europe, religious conversion, religion and politics in modern societies, and religious minorities in Europe. Current affiliation: University of Leipzig Education: Habilitation (2019), PhD (2011), MA in Religious Studies (2007) and Politics & IR (2004) Research interests include confessional identity formation in 18th-century Poland-Lithuania, religious conversion as political statement, and Russian Orthodox concepts of secularity. His work analyzes how religious identities have been shaped by external authorities and critiques of religious modernity. His scientific awards include the DFG Heisenberg Fellowship and Liselotte Kirchner Scholarship. He has taught courses on religious conversion and published extensively on Orthodox Christianity in Eastern Europe, Baltic states, and global contexts.
Professor Agnieszka Zabłocka-Kos is a faculty member at the Institute of Art History, University of Wrocław, specializing in Central European architectural history and urbanism. Her work focuses on 19th-20th century architecture, with particular emphasis on Wrocław/Breslau, including post-war reconstruction, national identity construction, and sacred space design. Professor, University of Wrocław Specialist in 19th-20th century Central European architecture Director of postdoctoral internships (NCN FUGA III) Recipient of multiple Rector's awards for research and teaching Research Themes: Urban development in Central Europe, political architecture in Poland/Germany, sacred architecture of the 19th century, post-war modernism, industrial architecture revitalization. Her students have produced award-winning theses on topics like Wrocław urban blocks, Silesian architects, and post-industrial adaptations. Scientific Contributions: Notable works include the edited volume Architecture in the 'long' 19th century (2019), multiple articles on Breslau's architectural conflicts, and international projects on Central European sacred architecture. She has supervised 33 master's and 5 doctoral theses, with several student works published as books. Dettloff Prize for dissertation (1992) Rector's awards for research and didactic achievements International projects with universities in Berlin, Freiburg, and Leipzig Advisor for Wrocław's Monument Office and City Development Bureau Her teaching integrates interdisciplinary approaches, linking art history with political, economic, and social contexts. She promotes student research popularization through conferences, exhibitions, and publications.
Lena Berggren serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies at Umeå University, Sweden, with her office located in Humanisthuset (HUM.H.125), Umeå. She holds the title of Docent and has been honored as a Distinguished university teacher for exceptional pedagogical contributions. Her academic qualifications include the Swedish Docent credential (a post-doctoral habilitation) and recognition as a Distinguished university teacher, reflecting dual expertise in research and education. Berggren's research centers on Swedish fascism, antisemitism, and ultra-nationalism during the interwar period, with specific focus on clerical fascism intersections with Lutheranism and völkisch thought. She simultaneously advances university pedagogy through investigations into scientific methodology development and assessment strategies for students, creating a unique bridge between historical scholarship and educational innovation. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals persistent examination of extremist ideologies' historical roots and modern manifestations, culminating in her 2024 co-authored book '100 år av svensk nazism' which directly addresses contemporary far-right movements in Sweden. Her scientific recognition includes: Distinguished university teacher award Berggren secured research funding for the project 'Swedish fascism 1920-1950' (2007-2008), demonstrating sustained investigative focus. While no formal advisee list is documented, her pedagogical publications indicate active mentorship in historical methodology and academic writing development.
Alexander Trubowitz is a Postdoctoral Prize Research Fellow in Politics at Nuffield College, University of Oxford, conducting research in comparative and historical political economy. He completed his Ph.D. in Political Science at Yale University in 2025, focusing on labor market transformations in Western Europe. Education: B.A. in Classics and Political Science, Tufts University, 2017 (summa cum laude) Ph.D. in Political Science, Yale University, 2025 His research examines political responses to labor market risks from technological change in 20th-century Western European manufacturing, combining archival analysis of UK/Germany cases with quantitative studies of worker behavior during economic shocks and institutional drivers of inequality-reducing policies. His work bridges historical institutionalism and contemporary political economy. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in European political development, particularly through award-winning analysis of electoral system impacts in interwar France, reflecting methodological versatility across qualitative and quantitative approaches. Scientific Awards: 2024 Best Paper Award from APSA European Politics and Society section 2024 CQ Press Award from APSA Legislative Studies section Holds a competitive Postdoctoral Prize Fellowship at Oxford, with prior research appointments at the Cluster on the Politics of Inequality (University of Konstanz, 2021-2022) and Chair of Political Economy (University of Bonn, Fall 2023), indicating sustained engagement with leading European political economy research networks.
Dr. Mirosława Podhajecka is an Associate Professor of Linguistics at the University of Opole's Institute of Linguistics. Her research focuses on lexicography (especially its historical dimensions), contact linguistics, corpus linguistics, translation studies, and biographical linguistic research. Current projects include a book on English language teaching in Lviv and a comparative study of post-war Polish-English/English-Polish lexicography. She has published extensively on historical dictionaries, bilingual lexicons, and lexical borrowing phenomena, with over 117 documented publications. Her work spans interdisciplinary approaches, utilizing digital corpora (e.g., Google Books) and archival materials to trace linguistic developments. Notable research areas include analysis of Russian loanwords in English, methodology of historical lexicography, and comparative studies of 19th-20th century bilingual dictionaries. She actively engages in lexicographic theory and practice, bridging historical and contemporary linguistic studies.
Zaur Gasimov is a Lecturer at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and currently serves as DAAD Departmental Coordinator and Co-Head at the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Turkish-German University. He holds a habilitation in Modern History and Eastern European History, with a focus on Eastern European History, political science, and sociology. Education : B.A. in International Relations from Baku State University; M.A. from Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt; Doctorate in Eastern European history Research : Concentrates on Russian-Turkish relations, nationalism in Eastern Europe, cultural transfer processes, and historical narratives. His habilitation thesis analyzed Polish-Turkish anti-Soviet alliances. Publications : Authored monographs on Prometheism, Azerbaijani historiography, and Russification policies. Collaborated on comparative studies of cultural transfer and Ottoman-Russian entanglements.
Kirsten Yri is an Associate Professor of Musicology at Wilfrid Laurier University, serving as Chair of Music Promotions and Appointments, and Coordinator for Music History, Theory, and Critical Analysis. She also oversees the Master of Music: Collaboration, Curation, and Creative Performance program. Her research focuses on medievalism in contemporary music and popular culture, the early music revival of the 20th century, and representations of gender in opera and music within colonial/postcolonial contexts. Yri’s research interests include analyzing how medieval themes are reinterpreted in modern contexts (e.g., film, heavy metal, and stage productions), examining the ideological underpinnings of early music revival movements, and exploring the intersection of music with gender, nationalism, and global cultural politics. Her work often critiques Western-centric narratives and highlights marginalized voices in music history. Her publications span articles in journals and edited volumes, with a focus on composers like Carl Orff and Hildegard of Bingen, as well as groups like Corvus Corax and Anonymous 4. She has contributed to interdisciplinary projects such as The Oxford Handbook of Music and Medievalism (2020). While no scientific awards are cited, her work is widely recognized in musicology and cultural studies. Yri’s teaching and research emphasize collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches to music history, blending academic rigor with creative curation. She speaks English, Swedish, and German, enhancing her ability to engage with international scholarly resources and communities.
Andreas Stoehr is a renowned Austrian conductor and professor at the Music and Arts Private University of the City of Vienna, leading the conducting department and symphony orchestra since 2013. His career spans prestigious engagements including the Paris Opéra Comique, Deutsche Oper am Rhein, and St. Gallen Theatre, focusing on operatic repertoire from Monteverdi to modernism. He is celebrated for reviving neglected works like Meyerbeer’s Emma di Resburgo and Gluck’s Ezio , emphasizing historical performance practices. His research explores stylistic transitions in music history, blending baroque precision with modern innovation. Education: Trained at Vienna's former Conservatory (now University of Music and Performing Arts), studying piano under Alfred Kremela, conducting with Gennadij Rozhdestvenskij, and musicology at the University of Vienna. Key mentors included David Lutz (accompaniment) and Reinhard Schwarz (conducting). Research Interests: Explores interdisciplinary connections between diverse musical eras, such as Bach’s influence on Schoenberg, and advocates for vocal-orchestral balance in historical repertoires. Projects include CD recordings of Amanda Maier-Röntgen and Andrea Tarrodi’s works, nominated for Swedish Grammis. Awards: Grammy nomination (2016) for Amanda Maier-Röntgen’s Violin Concerto recording. Recognized for innovative stagings of operas like Berg’s Wozzeck and Debussy’s Pelléas et Mélisande . Teaching & Leadership: As professor and symphony orchestra director, Stoehr mentors young conductors. Notable collaborations include the Langenlois Castle Festival (2012–2019) and interdisciplinary projects like Heart and Mouth, and Deed and Life blending Bach with sociological texts. His teaching emphasizes 21st-century conductorship as collaborative architecture, prioritizing emotional engagement over technical authoritarianism. Labs/Ensembles: Leads the MUK Symphony Orchestra, collaborating with ensembles like the Aarhus Symphony Orchestra and Orchestre Philharmonique de Liège. His work bridges academic research with performance practice through projects like the Styriarte Festival’s Schubert revival.
Olivia Badoi is a faculty member in the Department of English at Saint Louis University-Madrid. She holds a Ph.D. in English from Fordham University and contributes to the academic mission through teaching and research in modernist studies, graphic narratives, and ecocriticism. Education: Ph.D. in English, Fordham University M.A. in English, Wroclaw University B.A. in American Studies, University of Bucharest Dr. Badoi's research lies at the intersection of modernist literature, visual culture, and environmental thought. Her work explores how wordless narratives, particularly woodcut novels, engage with ecological themes and nonhuman agency. She introduces the concept of arboreal modernism to describe how trees and forests serve as structural and symbolic models in modernist art. Her scholarship spans ecocriticism, feminist modernism, adaptation studies, and the representation of animals and nature in media. She is currently completing her first book, Arboreal Modernism and the Woodcut Book , under contract. Her recent publications and conference presentations reveal a strong interdisciplinary trajectory, combining literary analysis with visual culture, environmental philosophy, and translation studies. Themes such as deep time, materiality, liminality, and nonverbal communication recur across her work, reflecting a sustained engagement with the boundaries between human and nonhuman, word and image, nature and culture. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards listed in the provided text. Dr. Badoi actively contributes to academic discourse through peer-reviewed publications and international conference presentations. While specific grant funding is not mentioned, her book contract and scholarly output indicate a robust research profile. She mentors students through her academic role, though no named advisees are listed. Her work is supported by her affiliation with Saint Louis University-Madrid, where she participates in scholarly events such as the Landscape, Narrative, and Deep Time conference. She is associated with academic teams and initiatives focused on modernism, adaptation, and environmental humanities, as evidenced by her conference organization and participation.
Michael Stamm is Chairperson and Professor in the Department of History at Michigan State University, within the College of Social Science. His research focuses on media and journalism history, with specialties in cultural, political, and environmental history. He has authored influential books like Sound Business (2011) and Dead Tree Media (2018), which explore the material and economic dimensions of print media. His work bridges media studies with environmental history, examining global commodity chains and the geopolitical impact of newsprint production. Stamm’s research has been recognized with awards including the Canadian Business History Association’s Best Book Prize (2019) and the Richard E. Sullivan Teaching Excellence Award (2022). He leads courses on North American history, media, business, and environmental history. From 2017–2020, he directed MSU’s participation in the American Historical Association’s Career Diversity initiative, fostering innovative historian training. His recent projects expand into international media comparisons and digital-age publishing challenges. Stamm’s academic profile combines rigorous historical scholarship with interdisciplinary engagement, reflecting his dual role as a researcher and educator.
Francis King is a Lecturer in European History at the University of East Anglia, affiliated with the School of History and Art History. He serves as Co-Director of the East Centre: UEA Centre for the Study of East Central Europe and the Former Soviet Space. His research focuses on Soviet Studies, Russian Studies, Ukrainian Studies, and Georgian History, with particular attention to political conflict, nationalism, and social democracy in Eastern Europe and the Caucasus region. King has conducted extensive research on post-WWI national independence movements, Soviet-era cultural narratives, and the intersection of socialism and nationalism. His work often examines lesser-known historical figures and ideological tensions in regions such as Georgia and Ukraine. He has published in journals like New Area Studies , European History Quarterly , and Quaestio Rossica , contributing to debates on historiography and the legacy of Cold War dynamics. He has secured funding for two projects with SAGE Publications: an ongoing project (2024–2025) and a concluded project (2021–2023). His research outputs include peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and editorial contributions analyzing topics ranging from Soviet foreign policy to the historiography of European studies. As part of the East Centre leadership, King collaborates on interdisciplinary projects exploring East Central Europe and post-Soviet spaces. His work bridges academic analysis with public engagement through publications and institutional initiatives focusing on underrepresented historical perspectives.
Glenda Sluga is a Full-time Professor with a Joint Chair in the Department of History at the European University Institute (EUI) and also holds a concurrent appointment at the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies. She is a leading scholar in international history, capitalism, and globalization, with a strong focus on 20th-century economic and diplomatic thought. Her research is widely recognized and funded by prestigious grants, including an ERC Advanced Grant and an Australian Research Council Laureate Fellowship. Her research interests span a broad range of fields including: International and Diplomatic History Global and Transnational History Capitalism and Economic History Environmental and Cultural History European Integration and Decolonisation Intellectual and Political History Recent publications highlight her engagement with global economic thinking, climate and capitalism, the history of international organizations, and the construction of international order. Her work often bridges conceptual and empirical analysis, focusing on figures like Barbara Ward and Margaret Mead, as well as major events such as the 1972 UN Conference on the Human Environment. Themes of memory, nationalism, and global publics recur across her recent output, indicating a deepening exploration of the cultural dimensions of internationalism. Her scientific honors include: European Research Council Advanced Grant (2020) Australian Research Council Kathleen Fitzpatrick Laureate Fellowship (2013) Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities Glenda Sluga actively mentors PhD students and serves as second reader for numerous candidates, demonstrating strong commitment to academic training. She leads major research initiatives such as the project on ‘Twentieth Century International Economic Thinking’ and participates in working groups on business history, diplomatic history, and planetary futures. There is no indication of lab-based research, but her leadership in interdisciplinary clusters and grant-funded programs underscores her role in shaping collaborative academic environments.
Professor Inderjeet Parmar is a distinguished academic at City St George's, University of London, where he serves as Associate Dean for Research (2023-2026). He is a leading scholar in international relations, political science, and US foreign policy studies with a particular focus on Anglo-American relations, elites, and the role of race and empire in shaping global power structures. Professor Parmar completed his undergraduate studies in Sociology at the London School of Economics and pursued Political Sociology at the University of London. He earned his doctorate from the University of Manchester in political science and international relations. Prior to joining City, University of London in 2012, he taught at the University of Manchester from 1991 to 2012, where he served as Head of the Department of Government from 2006 to 2009. His research interests center on the history, politics and sociology of Anglo-American foreign policy elites over the past century, with particular attention to organizations such as philanthropic foundations, think tanks, policy research institutes, and university foreign affairs institutes. Professor Parmar has authored three books, including Foundations of the American Century: Ford, Carnegie, and Rockefeller Foundations in the Rise of American Power (2012), which critically examines how major American foundations shaped US foreign policy and global power structures. He is currently working on Presidents and Prime Ministers at War: Race, Empire and Elitism in Anglo-American Wars from Korea to the Wars on Terror , a critical analysis of the post-1945 liberal international order. Professor Parmar's scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersections of race, empire, and elite power structures in international relations. His recent publications examine the crisis of the US-led world order, Trump's impact on global politics, transnational elite knowledge networks, and the racial dimensions of international relations theory, reflecting his commitment to challenging conventional narratives about American power. He has held significant leadership roles including past president, chair, and vice chair of the British International Studies Association. His scholarly influence extends through prestigious visiting positions at LSE (2019-2022), Oxford's Rothermere American Institute (2019-20), and Princeton University (2013-2014), as well as earlier fellowships at Princeton and Oxford (1998, 1999, 2010). As an educator, Professor Parmar teaches undergraduate courses on US Foreign Policy, Theories of Global Politics, and Foreign Policy Analysis, as well as postgraduate courses on US Foreign Policy. He supervises doctoral students working on topics related to American elite networks, US-Latin American military relations, and the political incorporation of Black America. Professor Parmar is actively engaged with the public through frequent media appearances on Al Jazeera, CNN, BBC, RT, TRT, TalkRadio, and Sputnik. He is also a regular columnist for The Wire, where he provides critical analysis of contemporary political issues from his distinctive scholarly perspective.
Markus Koller is a faculty member at Ruhr-Universität Bochum, affiliated with the Center for Religious Studies (CERES). His research focuses on Ottoman history, South-East European studies, and religious historiography. He holds an academic rank of Researcher and has been active in multiple projects, including the CERES Research Department. His work spans Ottoman military expansion, religious policies, and cultural exchanges. Notable contributions include studies on Atatürk's political biography, Ottoman-European diplomatic relations, and the historiography of the Ottoman Empire. Koller's publications cover books, edited volumes, and articles in peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his expertise in interdisciplinary historical research. He currently serves as a member of the CERES Research Department and has contributed to collaborative projects such as the 'Ottoman Europe' research initiative. His email is Markus.Koller@ruhr-uni-bochum.de .