جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Theology of the Pentateuch
• Theology of the Psalter
• Spirituality of the Old Testament
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Enrique Sanz Giménez-Rico, SJ is a Professor at the Faculty of Theology of Comillas Pontifical University , where he has taught for over two decades. His academic journey includes a Licentiate in Trilingual Biblical Philology (Pontifical University of Salamanca, 1990) Licentiate in Sacred Scripture (Pontifical Biblical Institute, 1997) Doctorate in Theology (Comillas Pontifical University, 2000) . Specializing in Old Testament theology and spirituality , his research focuses on the Theology of the Pentateuch , Theology of the Psalter , and Greek Philology . His recent publications explore themes like prophetic literature , divine mercy , and biblical foundations for environmental ethics , reflecting a synthesis of Hebrew Bible studies and contemporary theological challenges . Scientific contributions include Sexenio Campo 11 accreditation in Philosophy, Philology, and Linguistics (2011-2018) ACAP certification as Professor Doctor of Private University (2007) . Professional roles encompass Rector of Comillas Pontifical University (2021-2024) Dean of Theology and Canon Law Faculties (2015-2021) Director of the Department of Sacred Scripture and Church History (2011-2015) .

Wendy Laura Belcherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• African literature
• Comparative literature
• Medieval studies
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Wendy Laura Belcher is a Professor of African literature at Princeton University, holding a joint appointment in the Department of African American Studies and the Department of Comparative Literature. She specializes in early African literature, medieval studies, and postcolonial thought, with a focus on Ethiopian and Ghanaian intellectual traditions. Her work bridges global literary history and decolonial critique, emphasizing Africa’s role in shaping global cultural narratives. Belcher earned her PhD in English Literature from UCLA, alongside MA degrees in African Studies and Urban Planning, and a BA in English Literature from Mount Holyoke College. Her research includes groundbreaking translations of Ethiopian texts, such as The Life and Struggles of Our Mother Walatta Petros , and projects like the Princeton Ethiopian Miracles of Mary (PEMM) digital humanities initiative, supported by NEH grants. Her research interests span African literature’s global influence, early African philosophical texts, and the Kebra Nagast ’s impact on modern movements like Rastafarianism. She co-leads the Black Queen of Sheba project, exploring medieval African ideas in global culture. Belcher is also renowned for her best-selling guide Writing Your Journal Article in Twelve Weeks , aiding academics worldwide in publishing success. Belcher’s awards include the Fulbright Scholarship, SSEMW’s Best Scholarly Edition award, and the Paul Hair Award. Her work appears in journals like Eighteenth-Century Fiction and Research in African Literatures , with peer-reviewed chapters in volumes on African Christian biography and global medievalism. She collaborates with scholars like Michael Kleiner and Ralph Lee on translations and digital humanities projects. Her teaching and research challenge Eurocentric narratives, emphasizing Africa’s rich textual heritage and its contributions to global literature.

Gerard Kilroyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern English Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Catholic Underground and Religious Transmission
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Professor Gerard Kilroy is a leading scholar in Early Modern English Literature and Religious Studies, currently serving as Professor of English Literature at Ignatianum University in Krakow. He holds Senior Research Fellowships at Campion Hall, University of Oxford and is an Honorary Research Fellow at University College London . Kilroy’s research focuses on manuscript transmission, the survival of Catholic ideas in Shakespeare’s works, and oral culture in early modern England. Classical Mods and English Literature, Magdalen College, Oxford Ph.D., Lancaster University His recent publications explore subversive publishing in the English and Polish-Lithuanian Counter-Reformation, Shakespeare’s theological contexts, and Joseph Conrad’s modernist fiction. Kilroy has held fellowships at the Folger Shakespeare Library , St Catherine’s College, Oxford, and Marsh’s Library, Dublin. Scientific Awards and Fellowships: Folger Shakespeare Library Fellowship St Catherine’s College, Oxford Fellowship Marsh’s Library, Dublin Fellowship St John’s College, Oxford Scholarship Grocers’ Company Scholar (2001–2014) ELR Prize (2011) Kilroy founded the Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution's Café Philo in 1997, fostering philosophical dialogue. His collaborative projects include studies on Jesuit school theaters in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and Catholic intellectual networks in England and Poland.

Mátyás Mervayمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Transnational and Global History
• Refugees and Migrant Diasporas
• History of the Habsburg Empire
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Mátyás Mervay is a Research Fellow at New York University's Center for European and Mediterranean Studies. He holds a PhD in East Asian and Modern European History (2024) from NYU, an MA in Modern and Contemporary Chinese History (2017) from Nankai University, and a BA in History and East Asian Cultures (2012) from Eötvös Loránd University. His research bridges Habsburg Central Europe and China, focusing on Transnational and Global History Refugee and Migrant Diasporas History of the Habsburg Empire in East Asia European Imperialism and Colonialism in China Republican-Era Chinese History Recent publications analyze Austro-Hungarian refugee soldiers in China (2018) Shanghai’s Hungarian Jewish rescuer Paul Komor (2023) Interwar Shanghai migrant communities (2024) with upcoming work on the Oxford Handbook of Global Habsburg History (2025). Scientific awards include R. John Rath Prize (2025) University of Vienna GLORE Fellowship (2023) Jewish Culture Fellowship Grant (2023)

Peter O’Brienمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Late Antiquity
• Latin Literature
• Neo-Latin
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Peter O’Brien is an Assistant Professor of Classics in the King’s-Dalhousie Joint Faculty, with formal affiliations at both Dalhousie University and the University of King’s College. Holding degrees from the University of Windsor (BA Hons), Dalhousie (MA), and Boston University (MA, PhD), he has been a faculty member since 2001 after teaching at a Boston private school. Roles: Graduate Coordinator, King’s-Dalhousie Carnegie Professor, Public Orator (2011-present), Vice-President (2017-2021) Editorial: Co-Editor of Mouseion: Journal of the Classical Association of Canada Teaching: Specializes in Virgil, Ovid, Catullus, and late Roman history Research Focus: Literary analysis of Ammianus Marcellinus’ historiography, Virgilian allusions in late antiquity, and Neo-Latin literature with Canadian themes. His work spans classical formation, emotional rhetoric in Jesuit texts, and classical tradition in Atlantic Canada. Publications Trends: 15 recent works (2006-2019) demonstrate expertise in Latin historiography, Virgilian intertextuality, and Neo-Latin studies. Key themes include rhetorical analysis of imperial speeches, classical reception in colonial contexts, and sacred/secular dynamics in historical narratives. Scientific Awards: Recognized for teaching excellence and graduate advising (2006, 2007, 2010). Holds leadership roles in the Classical Association of Canada (Vice-President 2022-2024). Advising & Outreach: Served as graduate coordinator, contributed to Halifax Humanities 101 and Halifax Thinks community programs, and coordinated the Foundation Year Programme at King’s College.

Vincent Masseمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medieval European History
• Medieval French Literature
• Early Modern French Literature
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Vincent Masse is an Associate Professor in the Department of French at Dalhousie University's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. His office is located in Room 3172, Marion McCain Building, with contact information including email (vincent.masse@dal.ca) and phone (902-494-6808). He holds a BA and MA from McGill University, a PhD from the University of Toronto, and completed postdoctoral work at Paris IV (Sorbonne). His research focuses on medieval and early modern European history and literature, with specializations in: Portrayals of non-European worlds Travel narratives and contact literature History of apocalyptic thought Development of printed news and ephemeral literature 19th-century Quebec literature History of the book and print culture Professor Masse has supervised multiple graduate students including MA theses on apocalyptic elements in medieval literature, Renaissance philosophical thought, and religious conversion tropes in Enlightenment fiction. He maintains regular office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30-3:00 p.m. His media engagements include podcast appearances on Arthurian legends and documentary participation about lost kingdoms. His course "FREN 2666 The End Of The World" has received significant media coverage in outlets like CBC Radio and The Chronicle Herald.

Franz Brendleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early Modern European History
• History of Reformation
• Confessionalization
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Prof. Dr. Franz Brendle is an Associate Professor (Apl. Professor) at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Humanities, Department of History, Institute of Modern History, specializing in Early Modern European History. He has held this position since 2010 and has been an Academic Councilor (Akademischer Oberrat) at the same institution since 2009. His office is located at the Institute of Modern History, Wilhelmstraße 36, 72074 Tübingen, where he maintains regular office hours throughout the academic year, including during the 2025 semester break. Dr. Brendle's research focuses on the complex interplay between religion, politics, and society during the Early Modern period (16th-18th centuries). His work particularly examines the Reformation and confessionalization processes, the political and constitutional structures of the Holy Roman Empire, comparative regional histories, cultural aspects of warfare, and the history of the Imperial Church. His scholarly approach combines institutional analysis with cultural history perspectives, revealing how religious conflicts shaped political structures and social relations across German-speaking territories. Baden-Württemberg History Prize (1999) Prix de la Ville de Schongau from Académie d'Alsace (1998) As an educator, Dr. Brendle supervises numerous doctoral students in the field of Early Modern History, with current Doktoranden including Daniel Pfitzer, Ruth Egger, Johannes Gradel, and others. His teaching for the 2025 semester includes lecture courses on 'Rom, das Papsttum und die Jesuiten in der Frühen Neuzeit,' a main seminar on 'Die Jesuiten. Ein Orden des konfessionellen Zeitalters,' and various proseminars and exercises focused on German territorial princes during the confessional age and historical reading/writing skills. Dr. Brendle is actively involved in collaborative research projects, including participation in the Collaborative Research Center (CRC) 923 'Threatened Orders' and CRC 1070 'ResourceCultures,' demonstrating his engagement with interdisciplinary approaches to historical research. His work bridges traditional historical methods with contemporary theoretical frameworks, contributing to ongoing scholarly conversations about power structures, religious identity, and political development in early modern Europe.

Susannah Brietz Montaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Renaissance / Early Modern English Literature
• Reformation Studies
• Religion and Literature
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Susannah Brietz Monta is Glynn Family Honors Associate Professor of English at the University of Notre Dame, where she researches and teaches Renaissance & Reformation literature with particular attention to early-modern religion, martyrology, and devotional writing. She is co-editor of Spenser Studies , founding co-editor of the Durham University series "Catholicisms, ca. 1450-1800," and has held leadership roles in the Sixteenth Century Studies Conference. Education: Ph.D. University of Wisconsin-Madison M.A. University of Wisconsin-Madison B.A. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign B.S. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Research Interests: Professor Monta’s scholarship explores the intersection of literature and religion in the early modern period. She investigates how devotional poetry, prose, and hagiographic narratives shaped confessional identities during the English Reformation. Current emphases include the poetics of prayer, repetition, and affect; recusant reinterpretations of canonical texts such as The Faerie Queene ; and collaborative scholarly editions of Catholic martyrs’ lives. Her monograph Martyrdom and Literature in Early Modern England (Cambridge, 2005) won the Conference on Christianity and Literature Book of the Year award, and she has published more than thirty articles on topics ranging from Queen Katherine Parr’s psalm translations to John Foxe’s transformation of virgin-martyr legends. Selected Awards & Fellowships: Book of the Year, Conference on Christianity and Literature Grants: American Council of Learned Societies, American Philosophical Society, Notre Dame Institute for Advanced Study, Oxford John Fell Fund Current Projects & Editorial Work: Monta is co-editing the Lives of St. Philip Howard and Anne Dacre Howard for the Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies and preparing a five-volume Oxford edition of the complete works of the Jesuit poet Robert Southwell. She is also completing a monograph on prayer, poetry, and repetition in the Reformation era.

John Slaterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern Hispanic Literatures
• History of Science
• History of Medicine
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John Slater is a Professor in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Colorado State University, specializing in Early Modern Hispanic Literatures, History of Science, and History of Medicine. His research focuses on knowledge production in 17th-century Spain, particularly how literature disseminated ideas about health and healing. He examines print genres like sermons and drama as vehicles for scientific and medical discourse, highlighting conflicts between religious and medical practices. Slater joined CSU in 2020 after roles at UC Davis, University of Colorado, and Indiana University. He holds a PhD from Brandeis University and a BA from Earlham College. His research explores Jesuit and Franciscan healing practices, their impact on medical reforms, and intersections between literature and science. Awards include the 2023 Interdisciplinary Scholarship Award and 2025 Excellence in Teaching Award (CLA). Key publications analyze alchemy in sermons, venereal disease in Baroque Spain, and transatlantic medicinal plant trade. His edited works include studies on Cervantes and medical drama. Slater’s pedagogical contributions include annotated editions of works by Lope de Vega, Juana Inés de la Cruz, and María de Zayas. He has been honored for innovative mentorship models and career advising. His interdisciplinary approach bridges literary analysis with historical, scientific, and cultural studies, emphasizing early modern Spain’s intellectual networks and global exchanges.

Ralph Keenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern European History
• Protestant Reformation
• Catholic Studies
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Ralph Keen is a Professor and Arthur J. Schmitt Foundation Chair in Catholic Studies at the Department of History, University of Illinois Chicago, within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He specializes in early modern European religious history, focusing on the Protestant Reformation, Early Modern Catholicism, and the interplay between classical/patristic traditions and reform movements. He has held academic appointments at institutions like the University of Iowa and Harvard Divinity School. Education: PhD in History of Christianity from the University of Chicago (1990), MA in Classics from Yale University (1980), and BA in Greek from Columbia University (1979). His research has been recognized through prestigious awards including the ICRU Research Award (2009), Obermann Center Fellowship (2008), and NEH grants. He has authored two books and edited nine others, with contributions to major journals like Harvard Theological Review . Research interests span Reformation theology, Catholic Counter-Reformation, Jewish thought, and the reception of classical texts. His recent work examines religious reform's engagement with antiquity. He has advised numerous graduate students and served as Director of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Iowa. Active in academic service, he chairs the American Society of Church History and contributes to editorial boards such as the Catholic Christendom monograph series. Awards: ICRU Research Award, Obermann Fellowship, NEH Summer Stipend, and Margaret Mann Phillips Lectureship. Grants: Arts and Humanities Initiative Grant (2002), International Programs Travel Grants (2000, 2006), and Miller Fund Traveling Award (1998). He currently directs UIC's Honors College and oversees Catholic Studies initiatives. His work bridges historical scholarship and contemporary religious discourse.

Paul Lynchمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• rhetoric of religion
• rhetorical theory
• writing pedagogy
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Paul Lynch serves as Professor in the Department of English within Saint Louis University's College of Arts and Sciences, where he maintains an active research profile at the intersection of rhetoric and religious studies. His scholarly work focuses on rhetorical theory, writing pedagogy, and the rhetoric of religion, with particular attention to Catholic educational traditions and spiritual formation. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in English, Purdue University (2008) Lynch's research explores how religious discourse shapes pedagogical practices, examining figures like René Girard and Pope Francis through rhetorical frameworks. His recent work investigates spiritual exercises in teaching, Jesuit educational identity, and the rhetoric of Catholic institutional crisis. This research bridges theoretical rhetoric with practical applications in faith-based education and writing instruction. His publication trajectory (2015-2025) reveals consistent engagement with three core areas: Girardian rhetorical theory (12 publications), Catholic educational rhetoric (9 publications), and writing pedagogy (7 publications). Notably, his 2024-2025 works show increased focus on contemporary Catholic institutional challenges while maintaining his longstanding interest in spiritual dimensions of teaching. His scholarly recognition includes: 2023 Ignite Seminar Teacher of the Year, University Core 2018 Article of the Year Award from the Religious Communication Association 2010 James H. Korn Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Award No information is available regarding graduate student advising or research grants. Lynch contributes to Saint Louis University's mission through his scholarship on Catholic rhetorical education and spiritual formation in teaching, though no specific labs or research teams are documented in the provided materials.

• Classical Philology
• Roman Rhetoric
• Ancient History
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Professor Agnieszka Dziuba is a faculty member at the Department of Latin Philology, Institute of Literary Studies, within the Faculty of Humanities at John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. Her research focuses on Classical Philology, Roman Rhetoric, and Neo-Latin Studies, with particular emphasis on the reception of Roman political figures and religious discourse in Renaissance Latin literature. Research Interests : Roman Republican politicians, Latin historiography, gender in antiquity, Cicero's rhetoric, and the interplay between classical sources and modern interpretations. Publications : Over two decades, she has published extensively on figures like Marcus Caelius Rufus and Marcin Kromer, analyzing rhetorical strategies, historical narratives, and the persistence of classical topoi in Polish-Latin texts. Scientific Awards : Recognized with the National Education Commission Medal (2011), Lanckoroński Foundation Scholarship (2012), and active involvement in academic reviews and proceedings. Students : Supervised doctoral research, including Barbara Popiel's work on Marcin Kromer's 'De origine et rebus gestis Polonorum'. Organizational Roles : Served as editor-in-chief for 'Roczniki Humanistyczne' (2016), member of the National Expert Team for Latin Olympiads, and organizer of academic conferences on antiquity and patronage.

Anathea Portier-Youngمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biblical Prophetic Literature
• Early Jewish Apocalyptic Literature
• Second Temple Period Historiography
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Anathea Portier-Young is an Associate Professor of Old Testament at Duke Divinity School since 2011. She holds a Ph.D. from Duke University (2004), M.A.B.L. from the Graduate Theological Union/Jesuit School of Theology (Berkeley), and a B.A. from Yale University. Her research focuses on biblical prophecy, early Jewish apocalyptic literature, and second-temple historiography, with a specialization in embodiment studies as applied to religious experience and text interpretation. She is the award-winning author of *Apocalypse Against Empire* (2011) and *The Prophetic Body* (2024), exploring resistance theology and the role of the body in mediation. Educations: B.A., Yale University M.A.B.L., Graduate Theological Union/Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley Ph.D., Duke University Research Interests: Portier-Young examines embodiment through cognitive science and materiality, addressing themes like incarceration, identity, and nonviolence in biblical texts. Her work critiques imperial domination and integrates interdisciplinary methods with social justice applications. Recent projects explore Miriam’s prophetic dance and Josephus’s portrayal of memory. Publications & Media: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles and books, including co-editing *Scripture and Social Justice*. Media features include *Religion News Service* and *WorkingPreacher.org*. Recent articles analyze Daniel’s textual fluidity and the symbolic resistance in apocalyptic narratives. Teaching & Grants: Teaches courses like *Prophecy in the Body* and *Old Testament Interpretation*. Received grants such as the Catholic Biblical Association’s *Prophecy in the Body* project (2021–2022). Active in the Duke Divinity School Women’s Center, fostering community and equity in theological education.

Maarten Delbekeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern Art and Architecture
• Baroque Architecture
• Architectural Theory
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Prof. Dr. Maarten Delbeke serves as Full Professor at ETH Zurich's Department of Architecture and Deputy Head of the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture. His academic career spans Ghent University, where he was appointed Full Professor in 2014, and University of Leiden, before joining ETH Zurich in 2017. At ETH, he leads the Chair for History and Theory of Architecture with a focus on examining architectural history c.1400-1900 and its relevance to contemporary architectural practice. Delbeke received his PhD from Ghent University in 2001 after studying Architecture at the Faculty of Architecture and Engineering. His academic development included fellowships at the Belgian Historical Institute in Rome, Worcester College in Oxford (2001-2003), and the Canadian Centre for Architecture. His career progressed from Assistant Professor positions at Ghent University (2005) and University of Leiden (2006), where he secured a Vidi-grant from NWO for 'The Quest for the Legitimacy of Architecture in Europe, 1750-1850' (2010-2015). His research centers on early modern art and architecture across Europe, particularly examining the interface between religion and aesthetics, architectural representation in literature and print media, and origin myths. Delbeke has made significant contributions to Baroque studies through publications on Bernini, Algardi, and Sforza Pallavicino, and has investigated architectural theory from the 17th-19th centuries through works on the Perrault brothers, Fischer von Erlach, Piranesi, and Victor Hugo. His current work increasingly focuses on Swiss and German Rococo architecture and identity formation in architectural discourse. Delbeke's extensive publication record shows a clear trajectory from focused Baroque studies toward broader investigations of architectural identity, legitimacy, and character across European contexts. His recent works demonstrate growing integration of digital humanities approaches, while maintaining his core interest in how architecture constructs meaning through historical narratives and aesthetic concepts. He has secured significant research funding including current Swiss National Science Foundation projects 'Building Identity: Character in Architectural Debate and Design, 1750-1850' and 'Swiss Rococo Cultures: Idioms of ornament and the architecture of East Switzerland.' As founding Editor-in-Chief of 'Architectural Histories' (EAHN), he has shaped scholarly discourse in architectural history. Delbeke actively contributes to research infrastructure as board member of SARI (Swiss Art Research Infrastructure) and international core member of Copenhagen's Centre for Privacy Studies. His 'Graph' project with Benoît Seguin and ETH Library exemplifies his commitment to methodological innovation in architectural history, while his upcoming Herbstsemester 2025 courses demonstrate his active engagement in architectural education.

Jolita Liškevičienėمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Book Illustrations (16th-18th century)
• Emblems and Heraldry
• Lithuanian Baroque Art
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Jolita Liškevičienė is a Senior Research Fellow and Lecturer at the Vilnius Academy of Arts, specializing in old book art, emblems, and Lithuanian Baroque studies. Her work bridges historical research with contemporary curatorial practice, focusing on the intersection of text and image in art history. Vilnius Academy of Arts, Institute of Art Research Lithuanian Association of Art Historians (since 2004) Society for Emblem Studies (since 2014) Specializing in 16th-18th century book illustrations, she explores Lithuanian heraldry, Baroque iconography, and children's book art. Her research integrates emblem studies with Grand Duchy of Lithuania cultural sources, analyzing visual narratives in religious and secular contexts. Her 15 most recent publications (2015-2022) examine emblematic meditations, illustrated manuscripts, and Soviet-era children's books. Themes include symbolic healing, devotional art, and the evolution of visual canons in Lithuanian literature. Martynas Mažvydas award for students’ research (1994) Martynas Mažvydas Award for Merits to Lithuanian language/literature (2004) She lectures on book art and heraldry at Vilnius institutions, participates in doctoral studies, and co-edits book art contests. Her curatorial projects include Lithuanian Book Art Triennials (2012, 2015, 2019, 2022) and international exhibitions in Italy, Germany, and the UK.