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Francois Soyerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early Modern History
• Anti-Semitism Studies
• History of the Inquisition
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. François Soyer is an Associate Professor at the University of New England's School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, specializing in Early Modern History. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (2007) and has held academic positions at the University of Southampton and the University of Adelaide. His research focuses on anti-Semitism, the Spanish and Portuguese Inquisitions, gender/sexuality history, and colonial empires. He has authored multiple books and articles, including Popularizing anti-Semitism in early modern Spain and its empire (2014) and Antisemitic conspiracy theories in the early modern Iberian world (2019). His work often examines how religious persecution intersected with medical, artistic, and legal practices. Education: PhD in History, University of Cambridge (2007) MPhil in History, University of Cambridge (2003) MA Honours, University of St. Andrews (2002) Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, University of Southampton (2011) Research Interests: Anti-Semitic propaganda and conspiracy theories Inquisitorial archives and legal practices Gender transgression and queer histories Censorship of art and religious imagery His recent publications explore the Blood Libel legend, the trial of Catalan cross-dresser Maria Duran, and the emotional dimensions of religious conversion. He has been awarded fellowships from the Royal Historical Society and the Parkes Institute. His current projects include tracing the origins of anti-Jewish iconography in colonial Peru and analyzing the role of emotion in early modern religious trials.

John H. Arnoldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval Christianity
• Heresy Studies
• Inquisition History
• +۴ مورد دیگر

John H. Arnold is Professor of Medieval History at the University of Cambridge and Fellow of King's College. Educated at the University of York (BA History, D.Phil Medieval Studies), his academic career includes positions at University of East Anglia and Birkbeck, University of London before joining Cambridge in 2016. He holds editorial roles at Cultural and Social History, Past & Present, and directs publication series at both York Medieval Press and Cambridge University Press. Arnold's research centers on medieval religious culture, particularly lay belief, heresy, inquisition, and the history of gender. His monograph 'The Making of Lay Religion in Southern France' (2024) exemplifies this focus. Current projects investigate the social history of confession and the repression of usury. Analysis of Arnold's 15 most recent publications reveals consistent engagement with medieval religious dissent and belief systems. Key themes include: reinterpretations of heresy trials (2019), sensory dimensions of faith (2018), historiographic debates about Catharism (2016), and methodological examinations of archival sources (2022). His work frequently employs theoretical frameworks from sociology and philosophy to reinterpret medieval religious conflict. Arnold maintains active research networks through editorial leadership and supervision. His Cambridge Studies in Medieval Life and Thought series promotes innovative scholarship in medieval history.

Erik Wadeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Medieval Studies
• Race and Ethnicity
• Sexuality Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erik Wade is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English and Creative Writing at SUNY Oswego. He holds a PhD from Rutgers University and has taught at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn in Germany. His research focuses on race, sexuality, and national identity in early medieval English literature, with a particular emphasis on how these themes intersect with religious texts and cultural narratives. He currently directs the Medieval and Renaissance Studies minor and serves on the advisory board for Exemplaria: Medieval, Early Modern, Theory . Educational Background: PhD in English, Rutgers University (2018) MA in English, University of Oregon (2011) BA in English and History with a minor in Medieval and Renaissance Studies, SUNY Oswego (2009) AA in Humanities, Onondaga Community College (2007) Research Interests: Interrogates racial and sexual discourses in medieval literature Examines how early English texts constructed national identity through contested themes like rape culture and racial hierarchies Investigates global influences (e.g., Byzantine theology) on medieval English thought Challenges Eurocentric narratives in medieval studies Recent Publications Highlight: His work analyzes trans and queer themes in medieval hagiography, the racialized language of 'Anglo-Saxon' terminology, and the intersections between animal studies and gender relations. He co-authored a Smithsonian Magazine article deconstructing the term 'Anglo-Saxon.' Teaching and Advocacy: Teaches courses on medieval global literature, critical theory, and premodern identity. Actively promotes inclusive pedagogy and addresses systemic racism in academic disciplines through published opinion pieces and collaborative projects like the upcoming Race in Early Medieval England (Cambridge UP).

Kathleen Cushingمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Medieval History
• Canon Law
• Religious Reform
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kathleen Cushing is a Reader in Medieval History at Keele University, serving as Head of the School of Humanities and President of the Iuris canonici medii aevi consociatio (ICMAC). With a BA from Sarah Lawrence College, she holds an MPhil and DPhil in History from the University of Oxford (St John’s College). Her career includes teaching at the University of Manchester and a Mellon postdoctoral fellowship at Toronto’s Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies, where she earned a Licentiate in Medieval Studies (summa cum laude). Her research focuses on early medieval Europe’s religious and social history, particularly legal and intellectual developments, hagiography, and religious dissent between 900–1200. Key areas include the Gregorian reform, canon law’s role in polemics, and monastic legal compilations. She is currently writing a book on monastic compilers of canon law. Publications include Reform and the Papacy in the Eleventh Century (2005) and Papacy and Law in the Gregorian Revolution (1998), plus edited volumes such as Readers, Texts and Compilers in the Earlier Middle Ages (2009). Recent articles address canon law transmission, papal authority, and monastic legal centers. Awards include the Licentiate in Medieval Studies (summa cum laude). Her academic leadership roles include department headship and international scholarly society presidency. She actively contributes to medieval canon law research and pedagogy.

Nicholas Paulمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval History
• Crusades and the Latin East
• Cultural History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Paul is a Professor of History and Director of the Center for Medieval Studies at Fordham University. His research focuses on medieval European history, particularly the Crusades, family memory, and cultural capital in medieval nobility. He has held a Fulbright U.S. Scholar grant (2019-2020) at the University of Birmingham, UK, conducting research on medieval history. His work examines topics such as Angevin dynasty narratives, material religion in crusader contexts, and the intersection of medieval memory with modern public perception. He has authored or edited books including The French of Outremer (2018) and To Follow in their Footsteps (2012), and contributes to academic journals like Traditio and Journal of Medieval History . Key Research Areas: Crusader societies, medieval family memory, cultural history of nobility, historiography of the medieval Mediterranean Grants/Awards: Fulbright U.S. Scholar Grant (2019-2020) Paul’s interdisciplinary approach bridges textual analysis, material culture, and memory studies. His current projects include exploring Angevin imperial contexts and the role of cultural capital in medieval warfare. He directs Fordham’s Center for Medieval Studies, fostering interdisciplinary medieval research and education.

Daniel Canerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Byzantine Studies
• Late Antiquity
• Christian Philanthropy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Daniel Caner is a Core Faculty member and Director of the Program in Ancient Studies at Indiana University Bloomington's Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies. He also serves as Adjunct Faculty in History, Classics, and Religious Studies. His research focuses on late antique religious and social history, particularly the intersection of monasticism, philanthropy, and ecclesiastical structures in the Byzantine world. Caner's academic work examines topics such as early Christian charitable practices, monastic mobility, and the construction of sacred authority through material culture. He has published extensively on figures like John Chrysostom and monastic figures in late antiquity, analyzing how religious institutions shaped social hierarchies and cultural memory. His recent publications explore the socio-economic dimensions of Christian charity, the role of ascetic itinerancy in promoting monasticism, and the legal/ritual frameworks defining sacred spaces. Courses taught include courses on Byzantine history, Near Eastern religions, and macrohistorical patterns of change. No research grants or advising details are explicitly noted in the provided materials. He is affiliated with IU Bloomington's Global and International Studies Building and maintains ties with interdisciplinary programs in ancient studies and religious studies.

Alexander Beihammerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Byzantine Studies
• Islamic History
• Medieval Diplomacy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alexander Beihammer is the Heiden Family College Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame. He specializes in Byzantine diplomatics, Byzantine-Muslim interactions, and Eastern Mediterranean history, with a focus on cross-cultural exchange and frontier dynamics. Education: Ph.D., University of Vienna His research spans Byzantine letters in Arabic sources, Greek documents in Crusader Cyprus, and the Turkification of Anatolia. His latest book Byzantium and the Emergence of Muslim-Turkish Anatolia, ca. 1040-1130 (2017) re-evaluates the Seljuk conquest. Current projects examine Western Asia Minor's socio-economic transformation (13th–15th centuries) with an emphasis on the Gulf of Smyrna region. His recent publications analyze the Byzantine-Turkish frontier (2022), Seljuk legitimacy strategies (2022), and Venetian-Cypriot diplomacy (2022). Themes include spatial identities, legal diplomacy, and ecclesiastical roles in Byzantine society. Award: Heiden Family College Professorship

• Syriac Liturgy
• Eastern Christian Churches
• Liturgical Theology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mateusz Rafał Potoczny serves as Professor at the Institute of Theological Sciences within the Faculty of Theology at the University of Opole, where he also holds the position of Rector. His academic profile demonstrates deep specialization in Syriac liturgical traditions with particular focus on Eastern Christian churches and Indian Christian communities. Fluent in Polish and English, he maintains active scholarly communication through his institutional email address. His research centers on West and East Syriac Liturgical Traditions , Oriental Liturgies, and the history of Indian Christianity. Through meticulous analysis of sacramental theology, liturgical history, and ecclesial identity, Potoczny bridges historical scholarship with contemporary pastoral concerns. His work examines how ancient Syriac traditions inform modern worship practices and ecclesial formation. Analysis of his 64 publications reveals consistent scholarly output focused on liturgical theology, with significant attention to Syriac Christian traditions (West Syriac and East Syriac), sacramental practice in Eastern churches, and the unique identity of St. Thomas Christians in India. His recent works increasingly address Vatican II's liturgical reforms and their reception in Eastern Catholic contexts. His academic leadership is evident through editorial work on the journal "Liturgia Sacra" and organization of major scholarly events including the 50th Anniversary Conference on Sacrosanctum Concilium. Potoczny actively participates in international scholarly networks, evidenced by his attendance at the 8th World Syrology Conference in Kottayam and Syro-Arabic Symposiums. As Rector of the University of Opole, he oversees institutional academic strategy while maintaining his research profile. His scholarly impact is registered through an ORCID profile (0000-0001-5746-4218) and bibliometric indicators including a Scopus h-index of 1. Potoczny's work demonstrates sustained contribution to theological scholarship with particular significance for Eastern Christian liturgical studies.

David A. Lambertمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Hebrew Bible in its Ancient Near Eastern environment
• Hermeneutics and the history of biblical interpretation
• Late Second Temple Judaism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

David A. Lambert is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, specializing in the Hebrew Bible and its history of interpretation. His scholarship bridges historical-critical approaches with attention to how interpretive frameworks shape our reading of ancient texts, particularly focusing on the Hebrew Bible within its Ancient Near Eastern context. Lambert received his academic training at Harvard University, earning his A.B., M.A., and Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations. His doctoral work culminated in the Harry and Cecile Starr Dissertation Prize in 2004, reflecting the significance of his early scholarly contributions to biblical studies. Professor Lambert's research centers on the Hebrew Bible in its Ancient Near Eastern environment, hermeneutics and the history of biblical interpretation, Late Second Temple Judaism, the history of Jewish thought, the history of the self, and translation studies. His work challenges conventional interpretive frameworks, particularly questioning how modern notions of subjectivity and repentance have shaped biblical interpretation. He argues that many concepts readers project onto ancient texts actually emerged later in religious history, revealing more about contemporary interpretive tendencies than ancient realities. Lambert's publications demonstrate a consistent focus on how interpretive frameworks shape biblical understanding. His work examines the relationship between ancient texts and their reception history, with particular attention to how modern Western notions of the subject have influenced biblical translation and interpretation. He has made significant contributions to understanding the formation of biblical concepts like repentance and honor within their proper historical contexts. Among his notable recognitions are the prestigious AAR Award for Excellence in the Study of Religion (2016), the Schwab Academic Excellence Award (2019), and fellowships at the Israel Institute for Advanced Studies (2017-2018). His scholarly achievements also include: EURIAS Fellowship (2017-2018) Peter Thacher Grauer Fellow at UNC Chapel Hill (2010-2014) Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Post-doctoral Fellowship at Yale University (2004-2007) Harry and Cecile Starr Dissertation Prize from Harvard University (2004) Institute for the Arts and Humanities Faculty Fellow (Spring 2023) Senior Faculty Research and Scholarly Leave (Fall 2022) Professor Lambert mentors graduate students in religious studies and biblical scholarship, guiding research on Hebrew Bible interpretation, ancient Jewish thought, and textual criticism. His current projects include a monograph titled "Is Bible Scripture? Assembling the Biblical in Ancient Judaism and Beyond" for Yale University Press, which explores the formation of the Hebrew Bible as Scripture. He has received multiple research grants supporting his work on the history of biblical interpretation and the concept of the self in antiquity. Through his participation in research groups like "The Subject of Antiquity: Contours and Expressions of the Self in Ancient Mediterranean Culture" at the Israel Institute for Advanced Studies, Lambert collaborates with international scholars to advance understanding of ancient subjectivity. His work bridges traditional biblical scholarship with innovative approaches from history of religions, contributing to broader conversations about how ancient texts continue to shape contemporary religious and cultural frameworks.

Christian Petersمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Church History
• Reformation
• Pietism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christian Peters is an Associate Professor of Church History at the University of Münster , leading the Institute for Westphalian Church History and the Münster Research Centre for Pietism . His scholarly contributions focus on the evolution of Reformation-era theology , Pietist movements , and territorial church governance from the 16th to 18th centuries. Peters' research spans 21st-century church historiography , confessional text analysis , and regional Protestant developments . His recent publications explore Westphalian church orders , Reformation jubilees , and early modern liturgical materials , with a particular emphasis on Lutheran and Reformed interplay and territorial identity formation . His editorial work includes the Yearbook for Westphalian Church History (2018-2024), reflecting his role in academic publishing and interdisciplinary collaboration . Peters has also contributed extensively to lexicographic entries in Die Religion in Geschichte und Gegenwart and Luther Handbuch , focusing on Reformation figures and confessional doctrines .

Jeffrey A. Bowmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval History
• Law and Society
• Hagiography
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey A. Bowman is Professor of History and Provost at Kenyon College, where he has served as chief academic officer since 2020. He previously held leadership roles including Chair of the Faculty and Associate Provost, and served as Interim President from 2022 to 2023. A member of the History Department since 1997, he contributes to interdisciplinary programs in Law & Society, Religious Studies, and global curriculum development. Education: Ph.D. in Medieval Studies, Yale University (1997) M.Phil., Yale University (1994) M.A., Yale University (1992) B.A. in English, Carleton College, cum laude (1988) His research centers on medieval Europe, particularly the Mediterranean world between 300 and 1500 C.E., with emphasis on law and society, gender, hagiography, and interfaith relations in Iberia. He has taught courses on medieval Spain and Portugal, travel narratives, and food history, promoting a transdisciplinary and inclusive curriculum. His scholarship explores how legal systems, religious identities, and gender roles shaped social structures in premodern societies. Bowman's publications reveal a sustained focus on property, legal disputes, elite women, and religious narratives in medieval Catalonia and Iberia. His work combines archival research with cultural analysis, contributing to broader understandings of legal pluralism, female authority, and cross-cultural interaction in the medieval Mediterranean. The articles span historical, legal, religious, and gender studies, showing interdisciplinary depth and chronological coherence. Scientific Awards: Premio del Rey Book Prize (American Historical Association) for Shifting Landmarks: Property, Proof, and Dispute in Catalonia around the Year 1000 Bowman has played a significant role in academic leadership and faculty development at Kenyon. As Provost and former Interim President, he has guided strategic planning, expanded computing programs, and strengthened student support systems. While specific advisees are not listed, his long tenure implies mentorship of numerous undergraduate and possibly graduate-level researchers. He has not been associated with formal labs or research teams, but his collaborative interdisciplinary work suggests engagement with broader scholarly networks.

Christian Thomas Leitmeirمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medieval Music Theory
• Early Modern Music
• German Romantic Opera
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Christian Thomas Leitmeir is an Associate Professor in Music at the University of Oxford and a Tutorial Fellow in Music at Magdalen College. His expertise lies in medieval music theory, early modern music of Continental Europe, and interdisciplinary research bridging theology and art history. Education: University of Munich (Musicology, Comparative Literature, Philosophy, Theology), King’s College London (MMus in Musicology, 1999), University of Tübingen (DPhil, 2003) Former roles: Frances A. Yates Fellow at Warburg Institute (2003–2006), Lecturer at Bangor University (2007–2015) As a devoted palaeographer and critical editor , Leitmeir focuses on manuscript studies and music reconstruction. His research spans German Romantic opera , Richard Strauss studies, and the history of musicology . Recent work explores confessionalisation paradigms in late Renaissance music and liturgical adaptation in Catholic Reform contexts. Leitmeir serves as co-editor of Plainsong & Medieval Music , reviews editor for Archa Verbi , and sits on editorial boards of the Journal of the Alamire Foundation and Music Theory & Analysis . He was elected to the Academia Europaea in 2013. Teaching emphasizes medieval and early modern music history , including palaeography and critical editing.

Charlotte Steenbruggeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Medieval English Drama
• Early Modern Theatre
• Medieval and Sixteenth-Century Dutch and French Drama
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Charlotte Steenbrugge is a Lecturer in Medieval Literature at the School of English, University of Sheffield . She specializes in medieval English drama, interregional comparisons of Dutch and French drama, and the relationship between sermons and theatrical performance. PhD from University of Cambridge (2009) Former Marie Curie Fellow at Bristol and Toronto Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow at Sheffield (2015–present) Her research explores historical scepticism in medieval texts and the didactic aims of drama versus sermons. Recent work focuses on theatricality, authority, and audience engagement in medieval performances. She supervises PhD students in medieval literature and teaches undergraduate and postgraduate modules on medieval English language and literature. Scientific contributions include publications on moral plays, biblical adaptations, and comparative studies of the Vice/Sinnekens characters. She actively participates in medieval drama performance projects as a director and scholar.

Damian J. Smithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval History
• Medieval Mediterranean World
• Papacy Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Damian J. Smith is a Professor of History at Saint Louis University's College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in Medieval Europe. His expertise spans the Iberian Peninsula (particularly the Crown of Aragon), Papacy (Eugenius III to Gregory X), heresy/inquisition practices before the mid-14th century, and cross-cultural interactions in the Mediterranean World. He teaches courses on Medieval Survey 1100-1500, The Pontificate of Innocent III, and The Medieval Idea of the University. Ph.D. in History, University of Birmingham (1997) M.A. in History, University of London (1991) B.A. in History, University of London (1990) Currently writing a history of James I of Aragon (1213-76) and essays on Catalonia-France medieval treaties for the Institut d’Estudis Catalans. As series editor for Church, Faith and Culture in the Medieval West , he promotes interdisciplinary studies of monastic life, Church-State relations, and textual transmission. His research bridges cultural history, law, and ritual across Latin Christendom. Recent publications analyze papal letters to Iberia, Albigensian Crusade dynamics, and heresy prosecution mechanics. Key themes include papal authority limits, cross-cultural negotiations, and ecclesiastical responses to heterodoxy. Carpenter Fellowship (2019) National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship (2015-16) Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (2005) British Academy Research Grant (2004) Batista i Roca Fellowship (2001-03) Leverhulme Study Abroad Fellowship (1999-2001) Advises Ph.D. candidates such as Joel Cerimele (Saracen imagery in Joachimite tradition) and Judith Nelams (Cecco d’Ascoli’s astrology). Past students include Erin Abraham (Irish penitential literature) and Emily Henry (royal female emotion in Castile). His grants supported research in Spain, France, and medieval manuscript studies.

• Medieval history
• Early Ireland
• Hiberno-Latin literature
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Damian Bracken is a Senior Lecturer in the School of History at University College Cork, Ireland. He has held visiting academic positions at Boston University and Boston College, where he served as the Brian P. Burns Chair in Irish Studies. His work is deeply rooted in medieval Irish history, Hiberno-Latin literature, and Ireland’s engagement with early medieval Europe. Research Interests: Bracken specializes in early medieval Ireland, with a focus on St Columbanus, monasticism, orthodoxy, authority, and the construction of Irish identity within the late antique and early medieval Christian world. He explores how Irish scholars and monastics negotiated their place between Rome and the peripheries of Christendom. Publications and Research Trends: His recent work centers on manuscript culture, identity formation, and the intellectual legacy of Irish missionaries. Through numerous invited lectures and publications, he examines themes such as pilgrimage, exile, concord, and the rhetoric of orthodoxy. His scholarship often bridges Irish sources with continental European contexts, highlighting the interconnectedness of early medieval intellectual life. Scientific Awards and Honors: Brian P. Burns Chair in Irish Studies (Boston College, 2015) Boston College Summer Scholarship (2013) Honorary Research Associate, Department of Anglo-Saxon, Norse, and Celtic, Cambridge University (2009) Visiting Associate Professor, Boston University (2006) Advising and Grants: Bracken has supervised multiple PhD students to completion, including Rúairí O'Sullivan, Shane Lordan, and Robert J. Powell. He has been actively involved in organizing and directing academic conferences and summer programs, such as the UCC Summer School in Irish Studies and the Glenstal Symposium in Insular Monastic Culture. He has also served on national and international academic committees, including the Royal Irish Academy’s National Committee for Historical Sciences. Labs and Teams: He is Director of ArCH (Armarium Codicum Hibernensium), a scholarly initiative focused on the facsimile publication of Irish manuscripts. He has co-edited key volumes in the Irish Manuscripts in Facsimile series and continues to promote access to Ireland’s medieval textual heritage.