جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Rebecca Louise Carterمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Anthropology
• African American Studies
• Violence and Society
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Rebecca Louise Carter is an Associate Professor of Anthropology at Brown University, affiliated with the Department of Anthropology. She holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of Michigan (2010) and a B.A. in Psychology and Art Theory from Northwestern University (1988). Prior to Brown, she served as a lecturer at Middle Tennessee State University (2009–2011) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship with the ACLS New Faculty Fellowship (2011–2013). Her research focuses on black study, examining how vulnerability and violence are reconfigured through kinship, ritual, and creative practices. Her book Prayers for the People: Homicide and Humanity in the Crescent City (2019) analyzes post-Katrina New Orleans, exploring mourning practices and the Black Church’s role in communal resilience. Current projects include Going Through the Motions: Animations of Black Being in the Breaks , a digital exploration of urban aliveness, and Ella and the Honey Path Walkers , an auto-ethnographic study of her maternal ancestors in South Carolina. She has received prestigious awards such as the Anthony Leeds Prize (2020) and Edie Turner Prize (2020) for her book, and teaches courses on urban anthropology, disasters, and experimental ethnography. Her work bridges scholarly research with creative methodologies, emphasizing black aliveness and social justice.

Peter N. Stearnsمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• World History
• Social History
• Globalization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Peter N. Stearns is a University Professor at George Mason University and Provost Emeritus, serving from 2000 to 2014. His research focuses on modern European and American social history, the history of emotions, world history, and globalization. He has taught at Harvard, the University of Chicago, Rutgers, and Carnegie Mellon, and was educated at Harvard University with a Ph.D. in 1963. B.A. summa cum laude, Harvard University (1957) M.A., Harvard University (1959) Ph.D., Harvard University (1963) Dr. Stearns' work explores comparative social history, the evolution of emotional norms, and global historical analysis. He has authored or edited over 135 books, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and the integration of historical analysis with psychology, sociology, and cultural studies. His recent publications highlight trends in world history, including globalization's historical roots, cultural transformations, and the analysis of emotions across civilizations. Themes span industrialization, gender dynamics, mortality practices, and societal anxieties. Dr. Stearns received the prestigious Mason Medal in 2014 for his contributions to the university's global initiatives, including the Incheon branch campus and INTO collaboration. He has also mentored graduate students such as Kelley Fincher and Holly Moir, guiding research on consumerism, labor, and education. Active in teaching and research post-retirement, he continues to edit and publish extensively while maintaining a faculty schedule. His skills emphasize analytical argumentation, comparative methods, and historical writing.

Rungpaka Amy Hackleyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Integrated Marketing Communications
• Advertising
• Product Placement
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rungpaka Amy Hackley is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at Birkbeck Business School, University of London. Her research focuses on consumer culture theory, integrated marketing communications, and advertising strategies, with a particular interest in Asian consumer perspectives and death rituals. She holds a PhD from Royal Holloway, University of London, and has authored/co-authored influential textbooks such as *Advertising and Promotion* (5th ed., Sage) and *Rethinking Advertising as Paratextual Communication* (Edward Elgar, 2022). Education: PhD in Management (Royal Holloway, 2008), MSc Marketing (University of Birmingham, 2003), BA Mass Communications (Chulalongkorn University, 2001). She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and serves on editorial boards for *Journal of Customer Behaviour* and *Journal of Current Issues in Advertising*. Research Interests: Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) Advertising Strategy & Ethics Consumer Identity & Symbolism Social Media & Digital Marketing Cross-Cultural Consumption (esp. Asia) Death Rituals & Material Culture Teaching: Leads modules in Advertising and Promotion, Marketing Communications, and Brand Management. Engages in distance learning programs for the University of London. Awards: Recognized as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA, 2008). Professional Activities: Editorial roles, supervision of doctoral research (e.g., SANA SHAH's thesis on social media influencers), and contributions to marketing ethics debates globally. Labs/Teams: Active member of Birkbeck's Marketing and Consumer Research Group.

Pura Nieto Hernandezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Greek Literature
• Greek Mythology
• Homer
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Pura Nieto Hernández is a Teaching Professor of Classics at Brown University , where she has been affiliated since 1998. Her research focuses on Greek language, Homeric epic, Pindaric poetry, and mythography , with particular emphasis on the intersection of poetics and mythology in the archaic and Hellenistic periods. She is also a renowned translator of Philo of Alexandria's works into Spanish.

Thomas Wolfgang Peter DAHNHARDTمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• South Asian Literature
• Urdu Language and Literature
• Hindi Language and Literature
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Thomas Wolfgang Peter DAHNHARDT is an Associate Professor in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. His academic focus lies in the modern languages and literatures of the Indian subcontinent, particularly Urdu and Hindi. He teaches courses in Urdu language, Hindi language, and literary cultures of Pakistan and post-colonial India, contributing significantly to South Asian studies within the European academic context. His research interests span Sufism, Indo-Islamic cultural studies, mystical traditions, saint veneration, and inter-religious practices. He has published extensively on topics such as the role of al-Khidr in South Asia, the Naqshbandi-Mujaddidi Sufi orders, and the intersections between Sufism and Hindu traditions. His scholarly work reflects a deep engagement with religious syncretism, symbolism in South Asian literature, and ethnolinguistic aspects of Islamic mysticism. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent thematic focus on Sufi spirituality, sacred geography, mystical experiences, and literary expressions of devotion. His works often explore the interplay between Islamic and Hindu traditions, the role of spiritual intermediaries, and the cultural significance of saints and dervishes in South Asia. He frequently contributes to edited volumes and academic journals in the fields of Islamic studies, religious studies, and South Asian humanities. While no formal scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his extensive publication record in reputable academic venues indicates significant scholarly recognition. His editorial work on volumes such as Journey among Dervishes between Past and Present and Roots of Wisdom, Branches of Devotion demonstrates leadership in collaborative academic projects. He has supervised and contributed to numerous academic publications, though specific student advisees are not mentioned. His research is supported by consistent scholarly output rather than explicit grant information. He maintains an active academic presence through teaching, research, and publication, with no indication of retirement or part-time status. He is associated with no specific research lab or team in the provided information, but his work aligns with broader scholarly networks in South Asian and Islamic studies. His personal website and university profile serve as primary points of academic engagement.

Bertrand Lavoieمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Law and Religion
• Law, Ethics and Health
• Rights and Liberties
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Bertrand Lavoie is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Law, Université de Sherbrooke . His research focuses on Law and Religion , Clinical Ethics , and Value Pluralism , particularly in healthcare settings and Quebec public institutions. He holds a Doctorate in Law from Paris II, a Postdoctoral Fellowship from McGill, and advanced training in Clinical Ethics and Sociology from Université de Montréal and UQAM. Scholarly work includes empirical studies on religious pluralism in emergency departments, Quebec secularism laws, and pediatric care ethics. He co-directs the SoDRUS Research Center (Society, Law, and Religions) and collaborates with CHU Sainte-Justine and CRÉ (Research Ethics Center). His scientific awards include the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship . Recent articles explore topics like religious accommodation in pandemics , legal-ethical interplay in pediatric care , and secularism in Quebec public spaces . He supervises students in fundamental rights , health law , and interfaith healthcare dynamics . Current grants include funding from CRSH (SSHRC) and FRQSC for studies on inter-normativity in healthcare and judicial authorization in pediatric care .

• Social Anthropology
• Islamic Studies
• Central Asian Cultures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Barış İşçi Pembeci is a researcher at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University's Faculty of Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering. He also holds a secondary affiliation with the Faculty of Letters, Department of Art History. Education: B.S. in Computer Engineering (2001), M.A. in Sociology and Anthropology (2004), Ph.D. in Anthropology (2010). Research Focus: Social anthropology of Central Asia, Islamic studies, gender dynamics, post-Soviet cultural practices, and multispecies ethnography. His scholarly work examines: 2025 study on Muğla bullfights as rural masculinity rituals 2021 analysis of female humor patterns in Turkey 2019 spatial approach to youth identity formation 2018 ethnography of Kyrgyz healing traditions 2017 investigation of Islam-ethnicity interplay Scientific achievements: International Convention of Asia Scholars (2011) Lambda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society (2009) He coordinates Erasmus programs (2021-2025) and leads evaluations for engineering education standards. Current TÜBİTAK-funded research explores socio-cultural impacts of cancer therapies.

• Death studies
• Mortuary rituals and funerary practices
• Ecological grief and climate pain
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. ir. Yvon van der Pijl is an Associate Professor of Cultural Anthropology at Utrecht University, affiliated with the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences . Their research bridges anthropology, cultural studies, and collaborative ethnography, focusing on cross-cultural meanings of death, dying, and disposal, with fieldwork in Suriname and the Netherlands. They explore how end-of-life issues and mortuary practices generate societal change and belonging, including ecological grief and multispecies mourning. Research Areas : Death studies, Ritual creativity, Aging care, Caribbean postcolonial theory, Collaborative ethnography Projects : Mors Neerlandica (Dutch death styles), Art-Ecology-Death collaboration with Gouden Haas theater Affiliations : Member of Funeraire Academie, DONE network, former board member of Dutch Anthropological Association Their recent publications (2016-2022) analyze multicultural funeral homes, transnational care regimes, and postcolonial sovereignty in the Dutch Caribbean. They received recognition for the 2014 NWO-funded project Imagining the Nation in the Classroom, which examined identity politics in Caribbean education. Van der Pijl also teaches courses on death studies, climate grief, and ethnographic methods, while contributing to training programs for funeral professionals through FuneQlass .

Grzegorz Bachanekمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Systematic Theology
• Mariology
• Ecclesiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Grzegorz Bachanek serves as Associate Professor at the Faculty of Theology, Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw, where he has maintained an active scholarly presence since completing his doctoral studies in Dogmatic Theology (1997-2002). His institutional affiliation is verified through both university channels and ResearchGate. Specializing in systematic theology with particular emphasis on Mariology, ecclesiology, and the theological thought of Joseph Ratzinger/Benedict XVI, Professor Bachanek's research demonstrates deep engagement with Polish Catholic intellectual tradition while maintaining international theological relevance. His work frequently intersects with biblical studies, patristics, and contemporary Church issues, reflecting both academic rigor and pastoral concern. Analysis of his 40 publications reveals consistent scholarly productivity with notable thematic continuity. Recent works (2023-2025) continue his established trajectory while addressing contemporary theological questions, particularly regarding Church renewal, Marian theology in modern contexts, and the relationship between faith and culture. His publications appear predominantly in Polish theological journals with increasing international visibility. Professor Bachanek maintains active scholarly networks through Jozef Lupinski's Lab and demonstrates commitment to integrating theological scholarship with Polish cultural and religious identity. His work regularly engages with significant Polish historical figures including Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński, Zofia Kossak-Szczucka, and Cardinal August Hlond, positioning him as an important voice in contemporary Polish Catholic theology.

Frida Espolin Norsteinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Archaeology
• Viking Age Studies
• Funerary Practices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Frida Espolin Norstein is a researcher at Stockholm University affiliated with the Department of Archaeology and Ancient Culture . Her work focuses on Viking Age burial practices , particularly analyzing grave goods and their role in constructing identity. Bachelor's and Master's in Archaeology from University of York and University of Oslo PhD in Archaeology from University of Gothenburg (2020) Postdoctoral Fellow at Stockholm University (2021-2023) Her research examines how everyday objects like knives and vessels in Viking graves reveal more about identity construction than traditional focus on weapons/jewelry. Current project Bodies of Things studies grave goods' role in deviant person construction, funded by Riksbank's Jubilee Fund. Key publication trends include: Systematic analysis of Scandinavian conversion period funerary practices (800-1200 CE) Comparative studies across Viking diaspora regions Methodological emphasis on material culture beyond elite burials Scientific achievements: 2021-2023: Postdoctoral Fellowship at Stockholm University 2023-present: Riksbank's Jubilee Fund grant for Bodies of Things project Editor of major 2024 Routledge publication Death in Transition Based at The Wallenberg Laboratory in Stockholm, her work combines field archaeology experience with theoretical analysis of death rituals across multiple historical periods.

Luisa Nardiniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Musicology
• Medieval Music
• Liturgical Chant
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Luisa Nardini is a Professor of Musicology at the Butler School of Music, University of Texas at Austin, and an Endowed Fellow to The Walter and Gina Ducloux Fine Arts Faculty Fellowship Endowment. Her research focuses on liturgical chant, medieval music, digital humanities, and global studies. She holds a PhD from Università degli Studi “La Sapienza” di Roma and a post-doctoral license from the University of Toronto. Nardini has authored seminal works on Beneventan manuscripts and co-edits Acta Musicologica . She is also co-chair of the Skills and Resources in Early Musics Study Group of the American Musicological Society. Her research interests include analyzing how sacred music repertoires reveal cultural exchanges between diverse medieval communities, with a focus on women’s roles in chant production and diffusion. Nardini’s digital humanities projects explore interactive platforms for liturgical prosulas, combining technology with historical analysis. Education: Laurea (BA/MA) from Università di Napoli, DMA in Piano from Conservatorio di Benevento, PhD from Sapienza University of Rome, post-doctoral license from University of Toronto. Awards: American Council for Learned Societies fellowship, Gladiatore d’oro, Kenneth Levy Subvention, Harry Ransom Centre fellowship. Teaching: Courses on medieval music, global early musics, digital humanities, and chant editing. Nardini’s work bridges musicology, history, and technology. She co-edits a global early musics textbook and leads initiatives to digitize medieval music manuscripts. Her recent projects emphasize cultural hybridity and the role of women in medieval liturgical practices.

Christopher Bakerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Religion and Public Policy
• Postsecular Theory
• Urban Theology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christopher Baker is a Professor in the Department of Social, Therapeutic and Community Studies at Goldsmiths, University of London. He specializes in the intersection of religion, belief, and urbanization, focusing on policy implications and societal dynamics. His work explores postsecular theory, spiritual capital, and the role of faith in public life, with a particular emphasis on the UK and global contexts. Education: PhD: Towards a Theology of New Towns, University of Manchester (2002) M.Th (Distinction): Liturgy and Pastoral Care, Heythrop College, University of London (1992) B.Th: Theology, University of Southampton (1986) B.A: English Language and Literature, University of Manchester (1982) Research Interests: His research spans postsecular policy frameworks, religion's role in urban environments, and faith-based partnerships. Key themes include spiritual capital theory, the impact of religion on social welfare, and the evolution of civic engagement in diverse societies. Recent Contributions: Baker's work analyzes post-pandemic policy landscapes, faith-secular collaborations, and the mediating role of religious practices in global contexts. His publications include Geographies of Postsecularity (2019) and A Philosophy of Christian Materialism (2015). Awards and Grants: While no specific awards are listed, his extensive policy engagement and academic output reflect significant recognition in religious studies and urban theology. Labs and Teams: He directs the Faiths and Civil Society Unit, fostering interdisciplinary research on religion's societal role. His work intersects with the William Temple Foundation and All-Party Parliamentary Group on Faith and Society.

Susan Mizruchiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century American Literature
• Religion and Culture
• Literary and Social Theory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Susan Mizruchi is Professor of English Literature at Boston University , where she has taught since 1986. She holds a Ph.D. from Princeton University and specializes in American literature, religion and culture, and social theory. Her research spans from 19th-century literary realism to contemporary risk narratives, with notable works on Henry James, Marlon Brando, and multiculturalism. Education : B.A. in English and History (Washington University, 1981), M.A. and Ph.D. in English (Princeton, 1983/1985) Awards : Guggenheim Fellow, Fulbright Scholar, NEH Fellow, ACLS Fellow, MacArthur Foundation Consultant Research Interests include interdisciplinary approaches to literature, gender studies, and the intersection of cultural economics with narrative forms. She has pioneered analyses of sacrifice theory, historical consciousness in fiction, and the role of religion in American culture. Publications such as Brando's Smile and The Rise of Multicultural America demonstrate her engagement with both academic and popular audiences. Her work has been featured in American Literary History , Religion and Literature , and Representations . Awards and Fellowships include: Arts and Sciences Dean’s Award for Graduate Education (2015), Financial Times Best Books of 2014, and multiple university fellowships. She serves as U.S. Delegate for Literature at Oxford University Press and advisor to the Princeton University English Department. Graduate Supervision covers American Studies, English, and Religion. Her students have completed dissertations on topics ranging from 19th-century marriage politics to contemporary opioid crisis narratives, reflecting her broad influence in literary scholarship.

• Death Studies
• Palliative Care
• Grief and Mourning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Marc-Antoine Berthod is a Professor and Co-dean at the School of Social Work and Health at HES-SO, leading the LaReSS research laboratory. His work focuses on death studies, palliative care, and funeral practices, with a particular interest in anthropology and qualitative research. He has spearheaded projects like Necropolis (2021-2025), exploring contemporary funeral transitions and mourning in old age, and Appreciating Death (2017-2020), an ethnographic study of assisted suicide in Switzerland. Key research interests include: Funeral rituals and ecological cemetery design Psychosocial impacts of death in workplaces Legal and ethical frameworks of assisted suicide Mourning practices during pandemics Cultural dimensions of mortality Grants & Projects: Swiss National Science Foundation (CHF 324,000) for assisted suicide research HES-SO grants for ecological cemetery studies (CHF 67,450) Collaborations with CNRS France, WHO-affiliated institutions, and Swiss palliative care networks Labs/Teams: Director of LaReSS, collaborating with anthropologists, sociologists, and healthcare professionals.

• Classical Archaeology
• Numismatics
• Hellenistic and Roman ruler representation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Achim Lichtenberger is Professor of Classical Archaeology at the University of Münster, where he serves as Director of the Archaeological Museum and Managing Director of the Institute for Classical Archaeology and Christian Archaeology. He has held this position since October 2016, following his professorship at Ruhr-Universität Bochum (2010-2016). Lichtenberger is an active researcher with leadership roles in multiple international projects focusing on Hellenistic and Roman archaeology across the Mediterranean and Near East. 2008: Habilitation in Münster with "Severus Pius Augustus. Studien zur sakralen Repräsentation und Rezeption der Herrschaft des Septimius Severus und seiner Familie (193-211 n. Chr.)" 2001: PhD at Eberhard Karls-Universität Tübingen 1998: MA at Humboldt Universität zu Berlin 1993-1998: Studies in Classical Archaeology, Ancient History and Evangelical Theology Lichtenberger's research centers on Hellenistic and Roman ruler representation, Greco-Roman Near East iconography, ancient religion, and numismatics. His work bridges archaeology, history, and religious studies with emphasis on cross-cultural interactions. He conducts extensive fieldwork in Armenia, Jordan, and Israel, examining Hellenistic settlements, urban development, and religious practices. His methodological approach combines traditional archaeological techniques with geophysical prospection, material analysis, and interdisciplinary theoretical frameworks. His recent publications reveal expanding research interests in Hellenistic urbanism in Armenia (particularly Artaxata), the archaeology of Decapolis cities following the AD 749 earthquake, and Greco-Phoenician mythology as reflected in imperial coinage. His work consistently addresses cultural entanglement and power representation in the ancient world, increasingly incorporating environmental evidence and interdisciplinary approaches. 2022: Corresponding Member of the German Archaeological Institute Lichtenberger leads major research projects funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), Fritz Thyssen Foundation, and other institutions. His international collaborations span Armenia, Israel, Jordan, and beyond. As Pro-Dean of the Department of History/Philosophy at the University of Münster since 2020, he plays a significant institutional role while mentoring doctoral students and advancing the University of Münster as a center for Hellenistic and Roman Near Eastern studies. Lichtenberger directs the Armenian-German Artaxata Project investigating the Hellenistic capital in the Ararat Plain and co-leads the German-Israeli Tell Iẓṭabba Excavation Project. His institutional leadership includes service on the General Assembly, Scientific Advisory Board, and Commission for Equality and Diversity, reflecting his commitment to academic governance and diversity initiatives.