جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Kimberly Strattonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Religion
• Violence in Antiquity
• Social Identity
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Kimberly Stratton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religion at Carleton University within the College of the Humanities. She holds a Ph.D. in the History of Religions in Late Antiquity from Columbia University (2002), following degrees from Barnard College and Harvard University. Her research focuses on religion, violence, and social identity in antiquity, ancient magic, and gender studies. She has authored Naming the Witch: Magic, Ideology, and Stereotype in the Ancient World (2007), which won the F. W. Beare Book Award, and co-edited volumes such as Daughters of Hecate: Women and Magic in Antiquity (2014). Her work examines intersections between religion, power, and identity in Greco-Roman, early Christian, and Rabbinic Jewish contexts. Recent projects include exploring violence and Exodus narratives in early religious identity formation, as seen in her 2017 article in History of Religions . She has presented widely on topics like Roman imperialism and apocalyptic literature at venues such as the Society of Biblical Literature. Her research highlights how ancient societies used religious discourse to construct social boundaries and authority. Awards include recognition from students and scholarly societies for her impactful contributions. Education: B.A. Barnard College (1991), M.T.S. Harvard (1995), Ph.D. Columbia (2002) Affiliations: Canadian Society of Biblical Studies, American Academy of Religion Office: 2A47 Paterson Hall | Email: kim.stratton@carleton.ca

Michael E. Heyesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Religion and Literature
• History of Christianity
• Medieval Religion
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Michael E. Heyes is Associate Professor of Religion and Chair of the Department at Lycoming College, where he teaches courses on religion, literature, and the history of Christianity. He received his Ph.D. in Religious Studies from Rice University (2015) and an M.A. in Comparative Religion from the University of Washington (2008). Previously, he held a visiting instructorship at the University of South Florida – Tampa. Education: Ph.D., Religious Studies, Rice University, 2015 M.A., Comparative Religion, University of Washington, 2008 Heyes' research interests span both medieval and modern religious phenomena. His work explores religion and literature , monstrosity and demonology , saints’ lives , gender and race in religious narratives , and American civil religion . He has published extensively on how religious identities are constructed through narratives of the monstrous, from medieval hagiography to contemporary film and conspiracy theories like QAnon. His teaching includes introductory religion, theory-driven courses, religion in fiction and film, and western esotericism. His scholarly output includes two monographs— Demons in the USA (2024) and Margaret's Monsters (2020)—and an edited volume, Holy Monsters, Sacred Grotesques (2018). His articles analyze themes such as demonic corporeality, the racialization of monsters in film, and the gendered dynamics of sainthood. The publications reveal a strong interdisciplinary trend, blending religious studies with literary analysis, cultural criticism, and film theory, particularly focusing on how media shapes spiritual imagination. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Heyes is actively involved in academic service, including co-editing The Journal of Gods and Monsters and organizing special issues on displacement and monstrosity. He has also issued calls for book chapters, such as on Lovecraftian horror in Japan, indicating ongoing research leadership. There is no mention of advising students or receiving grants in the provided material. He maintains a scholarly presence on Academia.edu and has presented at various academic forums. Labs and Research Teams: Co-editor, The Journal of Gods and Monsters Organizer of academic panels and symposia on religion and monstrosity

• Philosophy of Religion
• Theories of the Sacred
• Apophatic Theology
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Marija Todorovska is a Full Professor at the Institute of Philosophy, Faculty of Philosophy, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje. She teaches undergraduate courses (Introduction to Philosophy, Philosophical Terminology, Ontology, Theories of Religion, Philosophy of Religion) and graduate courses (History of the Notion of God, Theories of the Existence of God). She also co-teaches doctoral electives. Education: BA in Philosophy (2008) MA in Philosophy of Religion (2010) PhD on 'The Diabolical Nature of the Sacred' (2013) Advanced Certificate in Research Ethics (2013) Her research explores: The concepts of divinity across ancient and medieval traditions. Apophatic theology in Hellenistic, Gnostic, and early Christian texts. Ambivalence of the sacred in Mesopotamian, Egyptian, and Byzantine demonology. Philosophy education and curriculum development. Her publications emphasize: Negative theology in Philo of Alexandria and early Church Fathers. Sacred-profane dynamics in contemporary society. Cross-cultural analysis of evil in ancient religions. She serves on editorial boards for Filozofska tribina (Macedonia), Synthesis philosophica (Croatia), and Filozofija (international). As coordinator of the CEEPUS network 'Philosophy and Interdisciplinarity,' she fosters academic collaboration across Europe. No awards or specific grants are noted.

• Early Jewish Studies
• Dead Sea Scrolls
• Old Testament Pseudepigrapha
• +۵ مورد دیگر

James Davila is a Professor of Early Jewish Studies at the School of Divinity, University of St Andrews, UK. His work focuses on ancient Jewish and Christian religious texts, with particular expertise in the Dead Sea Scrolls, Old Testament Pseudepigrapha, and late antique theological developments. Research Focus: Interdisciplinary studies of Second Temple literature Specialization: Merkavah mysticism, scriptural exegesis, and ritual studies His research bridges the Jewish and Christian scriptural traditions, examining how ancient texts like 4 Ezra and Hekhalot literature influenced early religious thought. Current projects include analysis of ritual practices in gnostic and mystical traditions. Selected publications highlight his contributions to understanding non-canonical scriptures (2013-2014), including critical editions and studies of ritual frameworks in ancient Jewish mysticism. Professional Networks: Society of Biblical Literature, British New Testament Association Academic Leadership: Principal Investigator for British Academy and Leverhulme Trust projects Contact: jrd4@st-andrews.ac.uk

Jeffrey Shoulsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern English Literature
• Jewish Studies
• Biblical Studies
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Jeffrey Shoulson is Professor of English at Brandeis University, serving concurrently as Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs and Dean of Undergraduate Studies. His academic career spans roles at the University of Connecticut, Middlebury College, and University of Pennsylvania. Ph.D., Yale University M.Phil., University of Cambridge B.A., Princeton University Specializing in early modern literature and culture, Shoulson's research examines Jewish-Christian intellectual encounters (16th-17th centuries), Bible translation history, and religious cultural intersections. His work bridges literary analysis with historical research on cultural intermediaries. Recent publications analyze early modern moral frameworks (2025), Renaissance global networks (2019), and comparative inquisitorial practices (2023). Articles demonstrate expertise spanning religious ritual (2022), diasporic identity (2017), and Hebraic influence on English literature (2015). Doris and Simon Konover Chair of Judaic Studies (2012-2017) Ruth and Lillian Marino Chair (2014) Salo W. Baron Prize (2002) Fulbright Fellowship (1989-1990) Shoulson's administrative leadership includes directing undergraduate studies while maintaining active research. He has held prestigious fellowships at the Katz Center for Judaic Studies and Fulbright programs.

• Early modern masculinity
• Renaissance magic and witchcraft
• Shakespeare studies
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Ian McAdam is a Professor in the English Department at the University of Lethbridge, where he has taught early modern English literature and introductory courses since 1995. His scholarship focuses on Renaissance drama, particularly Shakespeare and Marlowe, with institutional recognition through the 2009 Distinguished Teaching Award. His educational trajectory includes: BA (English, Honors) from the University of Victoria MA (English) from the University of Toronto PhD (English) from Dalhousie University (thesis on Christopher Marlowe) McAdam's research centers on early modern masculinity, examining how Reformation theology shaped gender identity and how magic functioned as a cultural discourse. He employs psychoanalytic frameworks to analyze self-fashioning in Shakespeare, Milton, and Jacobean drama, while exploring intersections with witchcraft, religious psychology, and seventeenth-century poetry. His expertise spans textual analysis, historical theology, and gender theory within Renaissance contexts. His publication history (1995–2015) reveals evolving scholarly priorities: initial work on Marlowe's identity construction expanded into comparative studies of magic across playwrights (Jonson, Greene), then matured into theological examinations of masculinity in Shakespeare and Milton. Recurring themes include religious conflict in domestic tragedies, satirical treatments of alchemy, and the psychological dimensions of gender performance. Key honors include: Roma Gill Award (Second-place, 1999-2000) for The Irony of Identity University of Lethbridge Distinguished Teaching Award (2009) McAdam has authored two monographs: The Irony of Identity: Self and Imagination in the Drama of Christopher Marlowe (1999) and Magic and Masculinity in Early Modern English Drama (2009). His extensive article corpus demonstrates rigorous engagement with primary texts and theoretical frameworks, consistently advancing understandings of gender, religion, and power in Renaissance literature.

• Religious Studies
• Interreligious Dialogue
• Cultural Studies
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Paulo Mendes Pinto is a Researcher at Lusófona University , where he coordinates the Science of Religions area and leads the REC-XXI project on Religions, Education, and Citizenship. He has directed the Master’s and Bachelor’s programs in Religious Studies and serves as a Director of Advanced Islamic Leadership Training and Editorial Director of Lusófona University’s publications. His work bridges interreligious dialogue , state-religion relations , and cultural heritage projects with institutions like the Presidency of the Republic Museum and Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation . Education: PhD in Cultural Studies (University of Aveiro, 2021), Master’s in Pre-Classical History and Culture (University of Lisbon, 2001), Bachelor’s in History (University of Lisbon, 1997). His research focuses on religious freedom in Portugal, Jewish heritage , Islamic patrimony , and education for sustainability in museums and libraries. Through projects like MUBIESUS and Database of Islamic Heritage in Portugal , he explores intersections of critical pedagogy , environmental justice , and cultural diversity . His recent articles analyze symbolism in religious rituals , urban spirituality , and political uses of religious discourse . He is actively involved in public science initiatives, collaborating with the European Academy of Religions (founded in 2017) and the World Parliament of Religions (Ambassador, 2015–2018). No formal awards are listed, but his leadership in projects like the Mapping of the Neves e Sousa Collection and Community Engagement Against Radicalization underscores his institutional impact.

Jason Sion Mokhtarianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Rabbinic Literature
• Iranian Studies
• Talmud in Sasanian Context
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Jason Sion Mokhtarian is the Herbert and Stephanie Neuman Professor in Hebrew and Jewish Literature at Cornell University , affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences . His academic work bridges Rabbinic Literature , Iranian Studies , and Talmudic Analysis . Education : University of Chicago (undergraduate), University of California, Los Angeles (PhD in Ancient Iranian Studies and Late Antique Judaism) Research Focus : Talmud in Sasanian Persia, Jewish magic and medicine, Judeo-Persian texts, and cultural intersections between Zoroastrianism and Judaism. His scholarship integrates archaeology , philology , and comparative religious studies , highlighted by his analysis of Iranian loanwords in Talmudic folklore and Sasanian-era Jewish legal practices . Mokhtarian’s work has been recognized with a National Jewish Book Award finalist designation. Awards : Finalist, National Jewish Book Award in Scholarship (2015) Advising : Mentors undergraduate and graduate students in Jewish Studies and Iranian Studies at Cornell.

Jeremy Stolowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Media History
• Material Religion
• Religion & Media
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Jeremy Stolow is a Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Concordia University. He is on research leave until the Fall 2026 semester. Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, University of Toronto (1989) Master of Arts in Social and Political Thought, York University (1993) Doctor of Philosophy in Social and Political Thought, York University (2000) Postdoctoral Research, University of Cambridge (2000–2002) His research focuses on interdisciplinary intersections of media history, material religion, technology and culture, history of photography, spiritualism, science and technology studies, and alternative medicine. His publications explore religious materiality, media theory, and post-secular frameworks. He co-edited special issues on topics like light mediations and transnational religio-politics. Stolow has received prestigious fellowships, including a Senior Fellowship at the Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study (2017–2018) and Visiting Fellowships at New York University (2003–2004) and the Paris Institute for Advanced Study (2025–2026). He has delivered keynote addresses at international conferences, including ETH Zürich and Humboldt University Berlin. Senior Fellow, Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study (2017–2018) Visiting Fellow, Center for Religion & Media, New York University (2003–2004) Visiting Fellow, Paris Institute for Advanced Study (2025–2026) Finalist, Nahum Sarna Award, National Jewish Book Council (2010)

Bruce FUDGEمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Arabic Literature
• Qur'anic Studies
• Islamic Civilization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Bruce FUDGE is a Full Professor at the University of Geneva within the Department of Mediterranean, Slavic and Oriental Languages and Literatures . His academic work bridges Qur'anic studies and Arabic literature , with a particular focus on the Arabian Nights tradition. He has made significant contributions to understanding scriptural hermeneutics, Islamic identity formation, and cultural symbolism through works like Qur'anic Hermeneutics: al-Tabrisi and the Craft of Commentary (2011) and A Hundred and One Nights (2016). Research Focus : Qur'anic exegesis, medieval Islamic storytelling, and sociocultural symbolism in Middle Eastern traditions Key Publications : The Turban and the Hat (2022) Non Sola Scriptura: Essays on the Qur'an and Islam (2022) Barbe et barbus (2019) His 2025 BSOAS article critiques Stephen J. Shoemaker's historical-critical approach to Quranic origins, while his 2022 Routledge publication explores mimetic representation theories. FUDGE's analysis of beard symbolism (2019) connects ancient Mesopotamian practices to modern ISIS propaganda. He has extensively reviewed works on Islamic civilization, including Robert Irwin's Ibn Khaldun biography (2018) and Shahab Ahmed's Before Orthodoxy (2017). Recent 2023 MLA publication examines teaching methodologies for the Thousand and One Nights , and his 2018 Die Welt des Islams article compares Qur'anic theocentrism with Western tragic traditions. FUDGE's 2008 Brill publication deconstructs al-Rummānī's taḍmīn concept, influencing modern Arabic literary theory.

• Armenian Studies
• Hebrew Language
• Philology
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Paolo Lucca is a Researcher in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. His academic work focuses on Armenian studies, Hebrew language, religious texts, and cultural history, particularly in the context of Christian doctrine, manuscript transmission, and interfaith relations. University: Ca' Foscari University of Venice Department: Department of Asian and North African Studies Academic Rank: Researcher Email: paolo.lucca@unive.it His research spans philology, biblical translation, Ottoman Armenian history, and the cultural activities of the Mechitarist order. He has published extensively on Armenian religious texts, Dominican missions, forced conversions, and the history of Bible translation. The recent publications reveal a strong focus on Armenian Christian identity, textual analysis of religious manuscripts, and cross-cultural exchanges between Armenians, Jews, and Catholics in the early modern period. His work often involves critical editing, translation, and historical contextualization of rare texts. Notable themes include: Mechitarist educational and cultural initiatives Armenian Catholic relations with Rome Comparative studies of Jewish and Armenian chronicles Illustrated catechisms and religious pedagogy Latin-Armenian linguistic interactions Paolo Lucca has also curated academic volumes and translated major works on biblical and philosophical topics. He has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided texts. He likely supervises students given his doctoral background and collaborative research, though no formal list is available. His work is deeply rooted in archival and philological methods, contributing significantly to the understanding of Armenian cultural and religious history in the Mediterranean and Ottoman contexts.

Jeremy W. Barrierمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• New Testament Studies
• Early Christianity
• Pauline Epistles
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jeremy W. Barrier is a Professor of Biblical Literature at Heritage Christian University, where he teaches courses in the New Testament, early Christianity, Greek, and Old Testament Studies. He is also a missions minister for the Madison (AL) Church of Christ, actively supporting churches across Europe, Asia, and South America. He regularly teaches in leadership training programs in India, the Philippines, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, and Peru. His research focuses on the Pauline Epistles (especially Galatians and Corinthians), second-century ancient Christian novels like the Acts of Paul and Thecla, and Coptology. He has conducted extensive research on the Gospel of Judas and the concept of pneuma in early Christian thought. His scholarly work reflects a deep engagement with textual, historical, and social-scientific analysis of early Christian literature. The 15 most recent publications reveal a consistent focus on Pauline theology, particularly in Galatians, with recurring themes such as pneuma, circumcision, the evil eye, asceticism, and the reception of apocryphal texts. His research bridges biblical studies, patristics, and ancient philosophy, often employing interdisciplinary methods from social-scientific criticism and physiological theology. Scientific Awards and Honors: Research Fellowship from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (2012–13, 2018, 2023) Nominated Member of the Studiorum Novi Testamenti Societas (SNTS) Dr. Barrier has advised and collaborated on several academic projects, including co-editing major volumes on Thecla and contributing to encyclopedic works. He has received external research funding through competitive fellowships. While no formal graduate students are listed, his editorial and presentation roles indicate active academic mentorship and leadership. He has been involved with research groups such as the Berlin–Leuven–Regensburg Oberseminar and the Katholisch-Theologische Fakultät Oberseminar at the University of Regensburg, where he conducted research under Humboldt fellowships. These affiliations reflect his integration into international scholarly networks focused on New Testament and patristic studies.

Barbara Lebrunمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• French Cultural Studies
• Popular Music Studies
• French Popular Music
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Barbara Lebrun is a Senior Lecturer in French Cultural Studies at the University of Manchester, School of Arts, Languages and Cultures, within the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures. She has been a faculty member since 2002 and is actively engaged in research, teaching, and PhD supervision. Her work spans French popular music, cultural identity, gender, race, and audience reception. PhD, University of Southampton (2003) PGCE, Homerton College, Cambridge (1998) MA in French as a Foreign Language, Université d'Aix-en-Provence (1998) MA in English Studies, Université de Rouen (1997) Barbara Lebrun's research focuses on French popular music since the 1950s, with particular attention to cultural identity, race, gender, and the dynamics of mainstream versus alternative music cultures. Her work explores the representation of whiteness, exoticism, and cosmopolitanism, and she is currently developing a project on racial diversity in French variétés from the 1960s to 1980s. She has authored two influential monographs: Protest Music in France (2009) and Dalida. Mythe et Mémoire (2020), and has co-edited several scholarly collections on music, performance, and cultural memory. Her recent publications (2022–2024) reveal a strong thematic focus on the feminization of French popular music, the representation of blackness, and the intersection of race, power, and commercial success. Articles such as 'Métis in the Mainstream' and 'Corps noir, succes blanc' demonstrate her critical engagement with racial dynamics in French pop, while her work on Christine and the Queens and Dalida highlights her interest in gender, identity, and global Frenchness. Barbara Lebrun has received significant recognition for her scholarship and mentorship: Excellence Award as Doctoral Supervisor, UK Council of Graduate Education (UKCGE), 2025 IASPM Prize for Best Anglophone Monograph (2011) for Protest Music in France She is an active supervisor of PhD students, with current projects on Vietnamese and Francophone cinema, Grace Jones, and opera translation. She has successfully co-supervised numerous PhDs on topics ranging from Jewish-Muslim relations to Morrissey’s lyrics and identity in contemporary theatre. She also serves on independent panels and acted as External Examiner for French Studies at the University of Sheffield (2016–2020). Her research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to reduced inequalities and quality education. Lebrun is affiliated with several research networks and has contributed to public scholarship through media appearances, including a featured podcast on Dalida with afikra and expert commentary in French media (France Inter, Le Monde). She leads a vibrant research agenda that bridges academic rigor with public engagement.

• Philosophy of religion
• Contemporary French philosophy
• Phenomenology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Urszula Idziak-Smoczyńska is a researcher at the Institute of Religious Studies, Faculty of Philosophy, Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland. Her academic work focuses on the intersection of religion and philosophy through linguistic lenses, with particular expertise in contemporary French philosophy and Wittgenstein studies. Her research interests include: Philosophy of religion Contemporary French philosophy (particularly Derrida, Nancy, Marion) Phenomenology Postmodern philosophy Wittgenstein studies Philosophy of language Dr. Idziak-Smoczyńska has been actively involved in multiple research projects including 'Problems of contemporary phenomenology' under Prof. Jacek Migasiński, 'Polish Cartesianism. History and contemporary perspectives,' and several international projects on phenomenology and subjectivity with scholars from Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Belgium. Her research particularly focuses on the works of Jacques Derrida, Jean-Luc Marion, and Ludwig Wittgenstein, exploring the theological turn in contemporary philosophy and the relationship between language, religion, and phenomenology. Her scholarly output demonstrates a consistent engagement with the theological dimensions of postmodern thought, examining how religious concepts persist and transform within secular philosophical frameworks. She has made significant contributions to understanding the intersections between deconstruction, phenomenology, and religious experience, particularly through her analyses of Derrida's late religious turn and Marion's saturated phenomena. Dr. Idziak-Smoczyńska has authored the monograph 'Dar. Spór między Jeanem-Lukiem Marionem a Jacquesem Derridą' (Gift: The Dispute between Jean-Luc Marion and Jacques Derrida) and numerous scholarly articles published in international journals and edited volumes. She has also contributed translations of important philosophical works by Jean-Luc Marion, Gabrielle Dufour Kowalska, and Jean-Paul Sartre.

• Dead Sea Scrolls (Qumran)
• Pauline Anthropology
• New Testament Exegesis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hermann Lichtenberger is Professor of New Testament and Ancient Judaism at the University of Tübingen, where he also directs the Institute for Ancient Judaism and Hellenistic Religious History. Born May 25, 1943, in Neu Werbas, Hungary, he holds a doctorate (1974) and habilitation (1986) in theology. His academic trajectory includes formative roles at Qumran Research Centers in Heidelberg and Marburg, professorial positions at the University of Münster (1988-1993), and leadership at Tübingen since 1993. Education: 1964-1970: Protestant Theology and Semitic Languages at Universities of Erlangen and Heidelberg Research Focus: Lichtenberger specializes in Dead Sea Scrolls (Qumran), Pauline anthropology, and New Testament exegesis within Second Temple Jewish contexts. His work bridges ancient Jewish thought and early Christian theology, with emphasis on apocalyptic literature, demonology, and messianic expectations. Recent publications analyze textual interconnections between Qumran manuscripts and Christian scriptures, anthropological themes in Pauline epistles, and historiographical methods in biblical narratives. Publications Trend (2000-2005): His 15 most recent articles reflect sustained engagement with Dead Sea Scrolls hermeneutics (demonology, messianism), New Testament exegesis (Romans, Matthew, Revelation), and Jewish-Christian theological interfaces. Common themes include angelology, temple symbolism, and the reception of Jewish texts in early Christianity. Institutional Leadership: Director, Institute for Ancient Judaism and Hellenistic Religious History (1993–present) Former Director, Institutum Judaicum Delitzschianum (1988-1993)