جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ana Parejo Vadilloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Victorian Literature
• Decadence
• Cosmopolitanism
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Ana Parejo Vadillo is Reader in Victorian Literature and Culture at Birkbeck, University of London's School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication. Previously holding a lectureship at the University of Exeter and teaching positions at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill and the Dickens Universe at UC Santa Cruz, she has established herself as a leading scholar in Victorian literary studies with particular expertise in decadence, cosmopolitanism, and women's writing. Dr. Vadillo's research focuses on nineteenth- and early twentieth-century literature with specializations in poetry, metropolitan studies, arts and print media, fashion, and women's writing. Her work explores Pre-Raphaelitism, Aestheticism and Decadence; Cosmopolitanisms; and Victorian modernisms. She has particular expertise on Michael Field, Amy Levy, Christina Rossetti, Walter Pater, Alice Meynell, Oscar Wilde, and Virginia Woolf. Her scholarship demonstrates consistent engagement with transnational literary networks and the intersection of aesthetic movements with political concerns. Her publications reveal a trajectory from early work on urban aestheticism and women poets to increasingly sophisticated explorations of cosmopolitan dimensions of decadent writing. Recent scholarship shows growing interest in digital humanities approaches to nineteenth-century texts while maintaining deep engagement with poetic form and literary history. Her work consistently bridges traditional literary scholarship with contemporary theoretical concerns. Shortlisted for the 2006 ESSE Book Awards for Cultural Studies Nominated for Modern Language Association 2011 Prize for Distinguished Scholarly Edition AHRC Project Pre-Raphaelites Online (PRO) Co-PI (2019) British Academy Small Research Grant recipient (2008) Armstrong Library Fellowship Dr. Vadillo is an experienced PhD supervisor with numerous doctoral completions in areas including British Decadence, Aubrey Beardsley reception, Futurism, and women's writing. She has secured significant funding from AHRC, British Academy, and BAVS for her research projects. As Director of the London Nineteenth-Century Seminar (2009-2017) and Co-Director of the Birkbeck Centre for Nineteenth-Century Studies (2014-2018), she has played a key organizational role in Victorian studies. She chairs the Margaret Harkness Prize and is a core member of the Writing 1900 scholarly network.

Francesco Erspamerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Renaissance Culture
• Intellectual History
• Modern and Contemporary Italian Novel
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Francesco Erspamer is a Professor of Romance Languages and Literatures (Italian) and Section Leader at Harvard University's Department of Romance Languages and Literatures. He holds a Laurea in Lettere and a Diploma di perfezionamento from Università di Roma "La Sapienza". His research focuses on Renaissance culture, intellectual history, modern/contemporary Italian novels, and the intersection of literature and politics. He contributes to Harvard Diary (Rai International) weekly and organizes the Zerilli-Marimò Prize for Italian Fiction. He teaches courses like ITALIAN 201R (De Bosis Colloquium) and ITALIAN 111 (Italian Cinema) in Spring 2026. His publications span critical editions of Renaissance texts, analyses of Italian literary history, and explorations of cultural modernity. Erspamer’s work bridges textual scholarship with broader cultural critiques, emphasizing historical context and interdisciplinary approaches. Key Contributions: Founded and oversees the Zerilli-Marimò Prize for Italian Fiction Regular contributor to Rivista dei libri Edited major works by Pietro Aretino and Sannazaro Research Trends: His scholarship spans 16th-century Italian literature, cultural history, and modern Italian narratives. Recent works (2010–2009) address cultural critiques and modernity, while earlier studies (1982–1998) focus on Renaissance epistolary forms, Petrarchan influence, and Arcadian lyricism.

Leah Mercerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Theatre Directing
• Devising Performance
• 20th Century Theatre
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Leah Mercer is an Associate Professor at Curtin University's School of Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry, part of the Faculty of Humanities. She serves in the Office of the Provost and teaches Theatre Arts, specializing in new work development, directing, and devising performance. Her research focuses on theatre directing practices, feminist performance, and mythology integration. Education: PhD (Performance as Research, Queensland University of Technology, 2009); MFA (Directing for Theatre, California Institute of the Arts, 1999); MA and BA (University of Queensland, 1998/1990). A Fulbright scholar, she has extensive international training in theatre practices. Research interests include collaborative performance creation, feminist thematic exploration, and interdisciplinary performance. Her work with The Nest Ensemble since 2004 emphasizes devised theatre, with notable productions like Joey: the Mechanical Boy (2014 WA Best Director Award) and Home (2015). Her academic work bridges practice and theory, exemplified by her Philip Parsons Prize-winning PhD project The Physics Project (2008). Publications span creative works and scholarly articles, including contributions to Live Research: Methods of Practice-Led Inquiry in Performance and Social Construction in Action . Awards include the Silver Matilda Award for Directing (2007) and recognition for cross-disciplinary educational initiatives. She advises student productions through Curtin's Hayman Theatre Company, directing works by Sarah Ruhl, Bertolt Brecht, and others. Labs/Teams: Co-founder of The Nest Ensemble, a collective producing innovative theatre. Engaged in workshops on mask work, Suzuki training, and Theatre of the Oppressed methodologies.

• Classical Philology
• Greek Rhetoric
• Ancient History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Aslak Rostad is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities. He holds dual departmental affiliations in the Department of Historical and Classical Studies and the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies. His research focuses on classical philology, Greek rhetoric, ancient history, and religious studies, with specialized expertise in figures like Lucian of Samosata, Hesiod, and Homer. He also explores modern manifestations of secret societies, particularly Freemasonry and fraternal organizations in Norway. Rostad earned his PhD in 2006 from the University of Bergen with a thesis on religious transgressions in Greek cultic regulations. His teaching includes courses on ancient literature, rhetoric, and religious history (e.g., GRE1101, ANT1101). He has supervised multiple master’s theses on topics ranging from classical texts to religious symbolism. His research spans ancient religious practices, including Lydian-Phrygian propitiatory inscriptions, and modern interpretations of classical myths. He is known for his translations of classical works (e.g., Hesiod’s *Theogony* and Lucian’s satires) and for engaging with public discourse on topics like Freemasonry’s cultural perception. Rostad frequently collaborates with academic and cultural institutions, delivering lectures at festivals like SPOR and appearing in media discussing ancient texts and modern conspiracy theories.

• Early Modern Literature and Culture
• Romanticism
• Middlebrow Literature
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Christoph Ehland is a Professor of English Literature and Cultural Studies at the University of Paderborn since 2009. Previously, he served as an Assistant (2002-2009) and habilitated at the University of Würzburg (2007) with the venia legendi for English Philology. His academic journey includes a doctorate from Würzburg (2001) and studies in English, Latin, art history, and economics across Germany and the UK. Research Clusters: Early Modern Literature and Culture Romanticism and its Afterlives Middlebrow and Anglo-Indian Literature Literary Spatial Practices Mobility and Urban Studies His publications span monographs on picaresque archetypes, writer iconography, and Brexit's cultural implications. He co-edited volumes on Resistance and the City , Middlebrow Writing , and Perspectives on Mobility . Prof. Ehland actively engages in academic service , serving as Schatzmeister und Vorstandsmitglied of the International Association of University Professors of English (IAUPE) since 2023. He has delivered keynote lectures at institutions including Dresden, Innsbruck, and the University of London.

• Theater Studies
• Dramaturgy
• Ethnolinguistics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr hab. Irina Lappo is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Contemporary Polish Literature and Culture, Faculty of Languages, Literatures and Cultures, University of Maria Curie-Skłodowska (UMCS). Her academic work spans theater studies, ethnolinguistics, and translation theory. Her research focuses on the theatrical reception of Polish drama in Slavic contexts, particularly Russian and Belarusian adaptations of works by authors like Sławomir Mrożek and Anton Chekhov. She explores how translation mechanisms shape cultural perceptions and dramaturgical interpretations across linguistic boundaries. Recent publications highlight trends in contemporary Belarusian drama, independent theater movements, and the interplay between literary texts and stage performance. Current interests include analyzing the Dziady project in Eastern European theater, Mikhail Chekhov's acting techniques in puppet theater, and the evolution of Belarusian identity through dramatic works. Her 2020 book Between Text and Stage examines translation as a critical tool for cross-cultural theater. Scientific awards and honors are not explicitly listed in the provided materials.

William Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Studies
• Ancient Books and Reading Culture
• Literature and Society
• +۴ مورد دیگر

William A. Johnson is a Professor of Classical Studies at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences since 2010. His research focuses on ancient books, readership, and cultural history of Greece/Rome, particularly exploring intersections between literary practices and societal contexts. He holds a Ph.D. from Yale University (1992) and has authored/co-authored over 40 publications, including monographs like Readers and Reading Culture in the High Roman Empire and edited volumes such as Ancient Literacies . His work spans papyrology, ancient literacy, and music, with notable contributions like the editio princeps of two Greek musical papyri. Johnson has received prestigious awards including the Charles A. Ryskamp Fellowship and multiple teaching commendations. He serves on editorial boards for journals like Journal of Open Archaeology Data and has held leadership roles at institutions such as Duke Kunshan University. His grants include funding from the Mary Duke Biddle Foundation for arts initiatives. Professional activities include over 50 invited lectures globally on topics like ancient publishing, reading communities, and Greek music. Johnson’s advising and mentoring are reflected in his committee roles (e.g., Director of Graduate Studies in Classical Studies). His research labs involve collaborative projects on material culture and digital humanities. He maintains an active presence in professional societies including the American Philological Association and American Society of Papyrologists.

Margarita Vaysmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Russian Literature
• Gender Studies
• Queer Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Margarita Vaysman is an Associate Professor of Russophone Literature, Thought, and Culture (1820–1945) at the University of Oxford, serving as a Tutorial Fellow at New College and a Lecturer at Jesus and Merton Colleges. She holds MPhil and DPhil degrees from Wadham College, Oxford, and a к.ф.н. (Candidate of Philological Sciences) from Perm State University. Her academic leadership roles include chairing the National Research and Development Committee for BASEES and co-convening its 19th-Century Study Group. Her research focuses on 19th-century Russian literature, particularly Realist fiction, and the history of gender and sexuality. Key works include Self-Conscious Realism: Metafiction and the Nineteenth-Century Russian Novel (2021) and an upcoming monograph on queer and transgender erasure in Russian culture. She co-edits The Oxford Handbook of Global Realisms (OUP). Teaching spans undergraduate Russian literature (with emphasis on 19th-century texts and gender studies) and postgraduate supervision in gender/queer theory, Realist novels, and Ukrainian/Russian cultural contexts. Her work is supported by grants from the British Council, British Academy, and others. Recent publications analyze transgender narratives in historical texts and re-evaluate socialist realist canons. Grants and awards include funding from UKRI, CEELBAS, and Princeton/Columbia Universities. She actively contributes to academic discourse through peer-reviewed journals and public engagement initiatives.

Rosemary Keglمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• English Renaissance drama
• Sixteenth- and seventeenth-century writing
• Productions of Shakespeare in Britain and the United States
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Rosemary Kegl is a Professor in the Department of English at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Her research focuses on English Renaissance drama, 16th- and 17th-century writing, and the adaptation of Shakespeare in 19th- and 20th-century British and American contexts. She explores intersections between aesthetic theory, utopian ideals, and historical performance practices. Her recent teaching includes courses such as 'English Renaissance Literature,' 'Renaissance Drama,' and 'Shakespeare,' reflecting her deep engagement with early modern texts and their cultural resonance. She has held prestigious fellowships including the Mellon Fellowship in the Humanities and Newberry Library/National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship, supporting her scholarly pursuits. Kegl’s work analyzes how staged death in Renaissance drama engages audiences, the materiality of performance spaces at events like the 1934 Chicago World’s Fair, and feminist readings of early modern authors like Margaret Cavendish. Her publications span journals like Renaissance Drama and English Literary Renaissance , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to literary history. Awards: Butler Professorship Folger Shakespeare Institute Fellowships Mellon Dissertation Fellowship Key Themes: Reinterpretation of classical texts in modern contexts Gender and class in Renaissance literature Performance history and spatial aesthetics Her current projects include Tabloid Shakespeare at the 1934 Chicago World’s Fair and Revisiting Death in English Renaissance Drama , further advancing her scholarship on cultural intersections in early modern studies.

• Musicology
• Music History
• 20th Century Music
• +۶ مورد دیگر

François de Médicis is a full professor in musicology at the Faculty of Music, Université de Montréal . His research focuses on French and Russian music from the early 20th century, particularly Debussy, Milhaud, Scriabin, and Stravinsky . He serves on the editorial committee for the Bärenreiter critical edition of Saint-Saëns' works and co-edits academic publications on musical modernity. PhD in Musicology from McGill University (1998) Scientific Committee member, Italian Institute for Applied Musicology (since 2022) Research Interests : Specializing in 20th-century French and Russian music, he investigates harmonic innovations (like polytonality), stylistic cross-influences, and the intersection of music with historical ideologies. His work spans opera analysis (Mozart), chamber music evolution, and critical reception of composers like Franck. Publication Trends : Recent studies (2018-2024) examine Stravinsky's Franco-Russian connections, Debussy's orchestration, and Franck's legacy. Earlier works analyze Milhaud's polytonality, Mozart's operatic duets, and Brahms' thematic structures. Supervision & Grants : Has supervised 12 graduate theses (PhD and MA), including Alessandro Garino's 2024 dissertation on Herbie Hancock. Leads research projects funded by SSHRC/CRSH and FRQSC , notably on pluridiatonic practices in Stravinsky/Milhaud and French musical ideologies (1870-1950).

• Psychophysical training of performers
• Somatic approaches to acting
• Contemporary physical performance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jüri Nael is a Professor of Contemporary Physical Performance at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre (EAMT), where he leads the international Master of Arts program in Contemporary Physical Performance Making (CPPM) and teaches movement and physical performance to BA Acting students. He has held academic positions at institutions including Tallinn University , Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) , Royal Central School for Speech and Drama , and University of Tampere . Bachelor’s in Choreography from Viljandi Culture Academy MA in European Dance Theatre Practice (Trinity Laban, London) MA in Text and Performance Studies (King’s College London) MA in Theatre Studies (University of Amsterdam) MA in International Performance Research (University of Warwick) His research focuses on psychophysical training of performers in higher education, with creative work spanning over 100 international productions in prestigious venues such as Burgtheatre (Austria), Royal Shakespeare Company (UK), and Bolshoi Drama Theatre (Russia). He has supervised six Master’s theses and continues a PhD in Theatre and Drama at EAMT.

• Acting-Directing
• Theatre Theory
• Interpretation-Dramatic Writing

Dr. Lecturer Emre YALÇIN is a theater educator and researcher at Kafkas University's Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Performing Arts. With a Ph.D. in Performing Arts from Dokuz Eylül University (2013-2019) and a Master's in Theater Criticism and Dramaturgy from Istanbul University (2002-2013), he has dedicated his career to exploring acting-directing methodologies, theater theory, and dramatic writing. His academic journey includes full-time research assistant roles at Dokuz Eylül University since 2014 and department chairmanship at Kafkas University from 2020 onward. Ph.D. in Performing Arts (Dokuz Eylül University, 2013-2019) Master's in Theater Criticism and Dramaturgy (Istanbul University, 2002-2013) Bachelor's in Information and Document Management (Istanbul University, 2002-2009) His research focuses on acting-directing techniques , theater theory , and dramatic writing , evidenced by publications analyzing William Forsythe's improvisation methodologies, Molière's tragicomedies, and postdramatic staging in contemporary European theater. The 15 most recent publications reveal a trajectory from classical drama analysis (Sophocles, Shakespeare) to modern experimental forms (post-musical theater, digital performance education). Scientific awards include multiple film festival recognitions (2020-2021) for creative works like Yağmur, Şnorkel ve Taze Fasulye , demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach blending academic research with artistic practice. He has led international projects like Erasmus Art+ (2022) and served as consultant for Goethe Institute's cultural initiatives (2023-2024). Best Film Awards (2020-2021) Erasmus Program leadership UNESCO-supported project involvement Currently teaching 16 undergraduate courses in movement training, role interpretation, and stage composition (2023-2024 academic year), he continues to bridge theoretical research with practical training in performing arts education.

• Music Performance
• Vocal Arts
• Classical Singing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Raminta Vaicekauskaitė is a Lecturer in the Singing Department at the Music Academy of Vytautas Magnus University in Kaunas, Lithuania. Her primary affiliation with the institution is well-documented through her extensive performance record and departmental listings. Her research interests focus on Music Performance, Vocal Arts, Classical Singing, Choral Music, Opera Performance, and Music Education. These areas are reflected in her diverse performance portfolio spanning classical repertoire, contemporary Lithuanian compositions, and international works requiring multilingual proficiency. Analysis of her recent publications (2020-2024) reveals a strong emphasis on Lithuanian cultural expression through music, particularly in patriotic and sacred compositions. Her work demonstrates expertise in both solo and ensemble performance contexts, with significant contributions to premiere performances of contemporary Lithuanian works while maintaining strong engagement with classical repertoire including Puccini operas and Orff's Carmina Burana. Her performance activities span multiple specialized areas including vocal technique development, cross-cultural musical interpretation, historical performance practice, and collaborative music-making. The diversity of her repertoire indicates both technical versatility and deep cultural engagement with Lithuanian musical heritage.

CHAMAYOU-KUHN Cécileمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Border Studies
• Contemporary German-language literature
• Austrian Literature and Culture
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Cécile Chamayou-Kuhn is an Associate Professor at the University of Lorraine , affiliated with the Department of Germanic and Scandinavian Languages and Literatures . She holds the UniGR Chair in Border Studies at Saarland University (2019). Her work bridges Germanophone literature , cultural transfers , and gender studies , focusing on post-1945 memory narratives, identity construction, and body representations. Research Themes: Border studies, avant-garde movements, post-2000 migration literature, cultural memory, interculturality, and feminist criticism. Publications: Recent work explores gendered reinterpretations of avant-gardes, body practices in Germanophone societies, and legal dis/order in migration narratives (e.g., Abbas Khider’s texts). Teaching: Served as educational coordinator for German studies between Metz and Sarreguemines, designed CAPES exam training materials, and led writing courses for the CNED. Administrative Roles: Vice-Dean for Franco-German domains (2018–2020), elected member of the Faculty Council, and co-head of the Franco-German degree program in private law. Scientific Engagement: Member of the Trajectoires scientific committee (2014–present) and former editorial board member (2007–2012).

Lily Tonger-Erkمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Rhetoric and Gender
• German Literature (Early Modern to Present)
• Drama and Theatre Theory
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Lily Tonger-Erk is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Tübingen ’s Department of Philosophy, Rhetoric, and Media , where she specializes in Rhetoric and Gender , 18th-Century German Literature , and Intermediality . She habilitated in December 2023 with a thesis on Mediology, Poetics, and Dramaturgy of Space in 18th-Century Drama , earning a venia legendi in Modern German Literature and General Rhetoric . Currently, she leads a sub-project under the BMBF grant Arguing about Sex and Gender: Conflict and Consensus in Science Communication and temporarily deputizes for a professorship at the University of Duisburg-Essen during the 2024 summer semester. Education: Dr. phil. (PhD) in 2010 from the University of Münster, focusing on Actio: Body and Gender in Rhetoric ; Habilitation: Completed in March 2023 at the University of Tübingen. Her research emphasizes intersections of Rhetoric, Gender, and Spatial Theory in historical and contemporary contexts. She explores Intertextuality , Globality , and Scientific Communication , often linking 18th-century dramatic structures to modern debates on diversity and representation. Her recent publications and collaborations, such as Staging Blackness (2024) and Requisiten des Globalen (2025, in preparation), highlight Globality , Intermediality , and Gendered Rhetorical Practices . Projects and Grants include the BMBF project on Gender and Science Communication (2023–2026) and a DFG-funded conference on Global Figurations in Literature (2023). She has held guest professorships at the University of Trier (2020–2021) and engages in public discourse through podcasts and media interviews , addressing topics like Gendered Speaking Norms and Rhetoric from Knigge to Mansplaining .