جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Islamic Studies
• Middle Eastern History
• Mamluk Sultanate
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Stephan Conermann serves as Professor of Islamic Studies and Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Bonn, where he has held continuous academic appointments since 2003. His institutional leadership includes directorship of the Annemarie Schimmel Kolleg (2010-2022), Bonn Center for Transcultural Narratology, and significant administrative roles culminating in his current deanship since 2023. Academic Background: Doctorate in Oriental Philology/Islamic Studies (Kiel University, 1996, magna cum laude) Magisterstudium in Asian History, Oriental and Slavic Philology (Kiel University, 1992) Conermann's research examines pre-modern Islamic societies through narrative strategies in historiography, with specialized focus on Mamluk Sultanate governance (1250-1517), Delhi Sultanate/Mughal transitions, and Transottomanica mobility dynamics. His work uniquely connects asymmetrical dependencies (particularly slavery systems), power structures, and global entanglements across South Asia, Middle East, and Eastern Europe. His extensive publication portfolio shows consistent thematic evolution toward comparative frameworks analyzing slavery beyond Eurocentric models, narrative construction of power across cultures, and mobility as historical catalyst. Recent scholarship increasingly integrates transcultural methodology with digital humanities approaches. Academic Leadership: Supervised 290+ theses (59 PhD, 96 Magister, 47 Master, 88 Bachelor) Acquired ~9 million euros in third-party funding (DFG, BMBF, DAAD) Editor of 15+ publication series including Mamluk Studies and Dependency and Slavery Studies Conermann directs the Bonn Center for Transcultural Narratology and co-leads the EXC 2036 'Beyond Slavery and Freedom' cluster, fostering interdisciplinary research on pre-modern dependency systems through international collaborations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Tiraana Bainsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Modern British History
• Global British Empire
• Imperial State Formation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tiraana Bains is an Assistant Professor of History at Brown University, specializing in modern Britain and the global British Empire. Her research investigates the contested formation of the British imperial state in South Asia between the 18th and 20th centuries, emphasizing participatory and revolutionary dimensions of imperial governance. PhD, Yale University, 2021 MA, Yale University, 2015 BA, Yale University, 2015 Postdoctoral Fellowship, Modern Intellectual History, Dartmouth College, 2021–2023 Her research interests lie at the intersection of imperial history, political authority, and intellectual frameworks of empire. She examines how both elite and non-elite actors across Britain and South Asia contested and shaped imperial rule, taxation, and labor systems. Her work positions British imperial formation not merely as coercion but as a dynamic, ideologically charged process comparable to revolutionary state-building in America and France. The recent publications reflect a deep engagement with sovereignty, imperial connectivity, and the intellectual history of empire. Her articles explore the collapse and reconstitution of imperial presidencies, dual sovereignty between Mughal and British powers, and broader conceptual attempts to 'think the empire whole.' These works span journals in British, global, and South Asian history, indicating a transregional and interdisciplinary approach. While no formal scientific awards are listed, her publications in leading historical journals and her active research program suggest strong scholarly recognition. Tiraana Bains teaches undergraduate courses at Brown, including HIST 1267: The Global British Empire, 1600–The Present and HIST 1974E: The Intellectual History of Imperialism . She is currently completing a book titled Instituting Empire: The Contested Makings of a British Imperial State in South Asia, 1750–1800 , which promises to make a significant contribution to the field. Her postdoctoral training at Dartmouth further underscores her expertise in intellectual history. Though no lab or research team is mentioned, her collaborative publications suggest engagement with a broader scholarly network at Brown and beyond.

Joanna Grelaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tibetan Studies
• Buddhist Studies
• Religious Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Joanna Grela is a Professor at the Department of Comparative Civilization Studies within the Faculty of Philosophy at Jagiellonian University (UJ) in Kraków, Poland. She holds habilitation in cultural studies (2016, SWPS University, Warsaw), a doctorate in religious studies (2004, Jagiellonian University), and is a certified Tibetologist (2000, INALCO, Paris). Her academic credentials also include an MA in philosophy (1996, Jagiellonian University) and postgraduate studies in gender (2009, Jagiellonian University). Her educational background includes: 2004: PhD in Humanities in religious studies, Jagiellonian University 2000: Diplôme Unilingue de Langue et Civilization Orientales de Tibétain, Institut National des Langues et Civilizations Orientales (INALCO), Paris 1996: Master of Philosophy, Jagiellonian University 2009: Postgraduate studies in gender, Jagiellonian University Professor Grela's research focuses on Tibetan, Himalayan, and Mongolian cultures, with particular emphasis on pre-Buddhist cults and their contemporary representations in popular culture, societal transformations, Tibetan ethnic and cultural identity, cultural stereotypes, and the comparative anthropology of Buddhism. Her work bridges religious studies, cultural anthropology, and Tibetan studies, examining both historical traditions and their modern adaptations. She has made significant contributions to understanding how traditional Buddhist practices interact with contemporary social contexts, digital technologies, and global cultural flows. Her scholarly output reveals consistent engagement with Tibetan religious culture, Buddhist textual traditions, and the adaptation of Buddhist practices in modern contexts. She has extensively explored the relationship between pre-Buddhist traditions and contemporary religious practices, the role of deities in Tibetan Buddhism, and the transformation of Buddhist thought in different cultural settings including Thailand and Poland. Her more recent work addresses how Buddhism is adapting to digital environments and contemporary social challenges. Her notable achievements include: 2017: Pro Arte Docendi Award from the Rector of Jagiellonian University Multiple teaching awards (2011/12, 2012/13, 2014/15) Membership in the International Association of Buddhist Universities (IABU) Collaboration with the Centre d'Etudes Himalayennes CNRS Professor Grela has led significant research projects including 'The impact of secularization and schooling on socio-religious relations between ritual specialists and the lay community in the Rebkong region' (2018-2020) and 'The Common Buddhist Text Project' (2009-2016). Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to both scholarly research and teaching excellence, with numerous publications spanning academic journals, edited volumes, and encyclopedia entries. She maintains active international collaboration and has presented her research at conferences across Europe and Asia.

Lawrence Davidمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Law
• Constitutional Law
• Administrative Law
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Lawrence David is a part-time Professor at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Law , specializing in Constitutional Law , Administrative Law , and Criminal Law . He is a proudly bilingual public law scholar and lawyer with extensive federal experience in institutions like the Privy Council Office , Department of Justice Canada , and the Supreme Court of Canada , where he clerked for Justice Rosalie Abella (2015-2016). As founder and president of the Public Interest Litigation Institute , he advocates for the rule of law and public interest in high-profile appeals. LL.M , Harvard Law School (2018) B.C.L./LL.B , McGill University Faculty of Law (2014) BA , Concordia University (2010) His research focuses on stare decisis , judicial independence , and the rule of law , with a particular interest in bilingualism, religious institutionalism, and the intersection of governance and constitutional theory. His publications analyze the evolution of the Supreme Court of Canada's jurisprudence and the role of judges in modern society. His 2024 article on translating pre-1970 Supreme Court decisions highlights his commitment to judicial transparency , while his 2020 monograph on Stare Decisis, the Charter, and the Rule of Law has been cited in landmark rulings. He has also contributed to comparative constitutional law through the Max Planck Encyclopedia and explored the public role of judges in his 2017 I-CONnect article. As legal counsel, he has appeared before the Supreme Court of Canada , Quebec Court of Appeal , and Federal Court of Appeal . He is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and a champion of open-access education, providing free course materials to students.

Adeeb Khalidمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modern Central Asian History
• Soviet History
• Postcolonial Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Adeeb Khalid is the Jane and Raphael Bernstein Professor of Asian Studies and History at Carleton College, where he has been a faculty member since 1993. His scholarship bridges Central Asian history, Soviet studies, and postcolonial theory, with a focus on cultural transformations under imperial and revolutionary contexts. PhD and MA from University of Wisconsin-Madison President of Central Eurasian Studies Society (2005-06) Executive Board, Association for Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies (2013-15) Key research areas include: Modern Central Asian history (1860s-present) Islam under Russian/Soviet rule Nation-building and colonialism Comparative imperial formations Language and identity politics Anticolonial movements in Eurasia His publications have been translated into Russian, Chinese, Turkish, and Korean. Recent articles examine: Post-Soviet Islamic historiography Colonial Turkestan's exclusion/inclusion dynamics Decolonizing Central Asian national identities Methodological debates in area studies Scientific recognitions: Wayne S. Vucinich Book Prize (2008) Reginald Zelnik Book Prize (2016) Honorable Mention, Joseph Rothschild Prize Active in international academic collaborations, Khalid has held visiting positions at Maison des Sciences de l'Homme in Paris and the Library of Congress's Kluge Center. He teaches courses on Russian Empire, Soviet Revolution, and Middle Eastern cultural history.

• Public International Law
• International Trade and Investment Law
• International Arbitration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Martins Paparinskis is a Professor of Public International Law at University College London (UCL) Faculty of Laws since 2013. He holds multiple international roles, including membership in the UN International Law Commission (2023–present), where he serves as Chair (2025) and previously as Chairperson of the Drafting Committee (2023) and First Vice-Chair (2024). He is also a Senior Global Fellow at the National University of Singapore Centre for International Law and has held visiting positions at the National University of Singapore and University of Bologna. His expertise spans international dispute settlement, investment law, human rights, environmental law, and law of the sea. He earned his LL.B. from the University of Latvia, followed by M.Jur. (Distinction, Clifford Chance Prize), M.Phil (Distinction), and D.Phil. from the University of Oxford. PhD Scientific Board Member, University of Milan-Bicocca Doctoral College Member of the Professorial Council, University of Latvia Faculty of Law Editor-in-Chief of CIL Dialogues Research interests include international arbitration, investment law, environmental law, and human rights. His recent work addresses ISDS reforms, state responsibility, and pandemic-related legal challenges. He has contributed to over 50 articles and book chapters, including landmark publications on treaty interpretation and investor-state dispute mechanisms. Prof. Paparinskis has received the UCL Laws Excellence Award for Teaching (2016) and was nominated for Student Choice Awards (2023, 2024). He advises international bodies like the EU Fundamental Rights Agency and UNECE Water Convention Implementation Committee, and frequently participates in high-level judicial proceedings at ITLOS and the International Court of Justice. He leads editorial roles across 8 international journals, including the Journal of International Economic Law and Journal of World Investment and Trade. His advocacy focuses on harmonizing international investment law with human rights and environmental sustainability, particularly through SDGs 8 (Economic Growth) and 16 (Peace and Justice).

• Modern African History
• African Intellectual History
• History of Slavery
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Philip Zachernuk is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Dalhousie University, specializing in Modern African history with emphasis on intellectual traditions, slavery, colonialism, and educational systems. His scholarship bridges West African historical contexts with transnational Pan-African movements and diasporic engagements. His educational background includes a BA and MA from Dalhousie University and a PhD from the University of Toronto. Zachernuk's research examines how African intellectuals navigated colonial structures while redefining continental identity, particularly through education and print culture in Nigeria. His work challenges Eurocentric historical frameworks by centering African epistemological agency. Recent publications reveal sustained focus on Edward Wilmot Blyden's intellectual legacy, West African creolization processes, and the complexities of Pan-African cultural production. His scholarship demonstrates evolving engagement with animal studies, anonymity in colonial public spheres, and the economic dimensions of pre-independence Africa, reflecting interdisciplinary expansion within African historiography. Zachernuk teaches core courses including Slavery and Slaving in Global History, Rise and Fall of African Slavery, Wars and Revolts in 19th Century Africa, and Topics in African History (Nationalism & Independence), maintaining active office hours for student engagement in Winter 2025.

Michael Cookمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Islamic History
• Islamic Thought
• Religious Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael Cook is the Class of 1943 University Professor of Near Eastern Studies at Princeton University. He specializes in Islamic history, thought, and religious values, with a focus on medieval Islamic civilization and the role of religious obligations like al-amr bi’l-ma'ruf. Cook earned degrees from Cambridge and SOAS in London, later teaching at SOAS before joining Princeton in 1986. His research spans Ottoman population history, Islamic legal and ethical traditions, and comparative studies of ancient religions and modern politics. Notable works include Commanding Right and Forbidding Wrong in Islamic Thought and Ancient Religions, Modern Politics . He has supervised over 30 doctoral dissertations, covering diverse topics such as medieval Islamic law, sectarian identities, and cross-cultural historical comparisons. Cook’s teaching emphasizes Arabic textual analysis and graduate mentorship, including seminars on dissertation writing. His publications reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches, bridging history, theology, and comparative politics.

Brian A. Catlosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Christian-Muslim-Jewish relations
• Medieval Mediterranean history
• Ethno-religious minorities
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Brian A. Catlos is Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Colorado Boulder and Research Associate in Humanities at the University of California Santa Cruz. He serves as Director of the CU Mediterranean Studies Group and Co-Director of The Mediterranean Seminar, an international scholarly forum with over 1,900 members worldwide. His academic appointments span multiple disciplines including Religious Studies, History, Ethnic Studies, Asian Languages and Civilizations, and Jewish Studies. Dr. Catlos specializes in Christian-Muslim-Jewish relations, Medieval Mediterranean history, and ethno-religious minorities in pre-modern contexts. His research focuses on the complex dynamics of religious and ethnic identity in medieval Europe and the Islamic world, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula. He explores how religious minorities navigated political power structures while maintaining cultural and religious identities under majority rule. His publications reveal a consistent focus on challenging simplistic narratives about religious conflict in medieval Mediterranean societies. Rather than portraying these societies as defined primarily by religious division, his work emphasizes the practical accommodations, economic interdependencies, and complex identities that characterized daily life across religious boundaries. His research demonstrates how religious identity often functioned alongside other social markers like language, profession, and regional affiliation. Catlos has received numerous prestigious awards including the Medieval Academy of America's Charles Homer Haskins Medal (2018), the Middle East Studies Association's Albert Hourani Book Prize (2014), and a 2024 Guggenheim Fellowship. His books have been translated into numerous languages including Spanish, German, Polish, Korean, Russian, and Chinese. 2024 Guggenheim Fellow Medieval Academy of America's Charles Homer Haskins Medal (2018) Middle East Studies Association's Albert Hourani Book Prize (2014) American Historical Association's James A. Rawley Prize American Historical Association's Premio del Rey Boulder Faculty Association Award for Excellence in Research (2015) As an educator, Catlos mentors MA students interested in Mediterranean Studies and Christian-Muslim-Jewish relations, with recent students securing fully-funded PhD positions at Princeton, Brown, and Rochester. He has received multiple teaching and leadership awards from the Boulder Faculty Association. His current research includes 'An Age of Convergence: Christians, Muslims and Jews in the Pre-Modern Mediterranean' and 'James the Conqueror: A Crusader King in an Age of Faith and Reason.'

• Political History
• History of Political Thought
• Social History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kate Pukhovaia is an Assistant Professor in Ottoman Studies at Utrecht University's Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies within the Faculty of Humanities. She specializes in the early modern socio-political history of the Muslim Middle East, with particular focus on the Arab world during the 14th-18th centuries. Her academic expertise spans multiple domains: Political History of the Middle East History of Political Thought Social History of the Ottoman Empire Islamic Studies with focus on Shiism Arabic Manuscript Studies Dr. Pukhovaia's research examines comparative pre-modern state institutions and political elites in the Middle East, with particular attention to the history of Arabia in its regional context. Her current research project, "Early Modern State Development in Yemen," funded by the Horizon-2020 Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions program, investigates state and political elite development in Yemen during the 13th-17th centuries, with special focus on the role of Ottoman rule (1538-1635) in transforming regional political and social structures. Her scholarly output demonstrates a strong focus on Yemeni history, particularly Zaydi governance structures, tribal kinship systems, and early modern state formation. She has organized significant academic events including the "Biographies of Rulers in the Premodern Islamicate World" workshop and the "Zaydi Governance in Yemen between Legal Theory and Political Practice" conference in 2024. Among her notable achievements is the Horizon 2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Fellowship awarded in 2021, which supports her research on Yemeni state development. Dr. Pukhovaia is actively involved in academic service, hosting the Leiden Yemeni Studies Lecture series and co-organizing international workshops. She previously held a fellowship at the Polonsky Academy for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences at the Van Leer Jerusalem Institute (2021-2022). Her educational background includes a PhD in Near Eastern Studies from Princeton University and BA/MA degrees from the Institute of Asian and African Studies at Lomonosov Moscow State University.

Bruno Debaenstمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Legal History
• Comparative Legal History
• History of Social Law
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Bruno Debaenst is a Senior Lecturer in Legal History and Associate Professor at the Department of Law, Faculty of Law, Uppsala University, where he has been based since 2018. A Belgian (Flemish) scholar, he brings a comparative perspective to his work, focusing on both Belgian and Swedish legal history. His academic training spans history (1999), law (2003), and criminology (2006), and he practiced as a lawyer in Ghent from 2003 to 2008. His research is centered on the history of social law, with a particular emphasis on the juridification of workplace accidents in 19th-century Belgium, the development of modern welfare states, and the role of international organizations as catalysts for legal change. He also explores broader themes such as Belgian legal culture, language in nation-building, and the digital revolution from a legal historical viewpoint. The most recent publications highlight a diverse range of interests, from the artistic representation of industrial disputes and the history of environmental law in Stockholm, to the epistemic communities that preceded the ILO and the 1974 Swedish Constitution. His work often bridges comparative and transnational perspectives, analyzing legal developments across Europe and beyond. Bruno Debaenst is deeply committed to teaching, offering courses in legal history, comparative legal history, and legal futurology, and supervising numerous student theses. He has also led a popular doctoral course on legal history for PhD students in law. His international collaborations include work with the Centre d'histoire judiciaire in Lille, France.

Benjamin A. Saltzmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Poetry and Poetics
• Hermeneutics
• Gesture
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Benjamin A. Saltzman is an Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of English at the University of Chicago. Specializing in early medieval literature and its intersections with modern thought, he has taught at UChicago since 2017. Education: Ph.D. in English, University of California, Berkeley (2014) His research explores medieval poetry, hermeneutics, gesture, and the ethical and philosophical implications of secrecy and concealment. He integrates archival analysis with theoretical frameworks to examine medieval texts and their resonance in contemporary discourse. Recent publications include interdisciplinary analyses of medieval gestures in art and literature, cryptographic practices in manuscripts, and the influence of medievalism on 20th-century thinkers like Hannah Arendt and Walter Benjamin. His upcoming book Turning Away: The Poetics of an Ancient Gesture investigates the cultural and philosophical significance of turning away in medieval and modern contexts. Scientific Awards: National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Fellowship ACLS/Mellon Foundation Fellowship He advises students in medieval literature, poetics, and the interdisciplinary study of medieval culture's impact on later periods. His courses include Old English Language and Literature , Beowulf , and History of the English Language , with crosslistings in linguistics and medieval studies.

• Latin American History
• Comparative Colonialism
• Portuguese Colonialism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hugh Cagle is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Utah, where he also serves as Director of the Diplomacy and International Studies program. His research spans Latin American history, comparative colonialism (particularly Portuguese colonialism in Brazil, India, and Goa), and science and technology studies (STS). He explores how scientific knowledge shaped colonial projects and how medical concepts influenced the construction of 'the tropics' as a geopolitical category. Education: PhD in History from Rutgers University Expertise: Latin American history, Portuguese empire, STS, comparative colonialism Languages: Portuguese, Spanish, Catalan, Latin His award-winning book Assembling the Tropics (2018) redefines the history of the concept of 'tropics' through Portuguese colonial experiences. His current projects examine animal classification under Portuguese rule and Amazonian indigenous technologies. Scientific Awards: Leo Gershoy Award (2019) Rising Star in the Humanities (2018) National Endowment for the Humanities Recipient (2012) His ORCID profile documents further publications and collaborations.

• Public Law
• Constitutional Law
• Environmental Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Simona Cristea, PhD, is a distinguished academic at the University of Bucharest’s Faculty of Law, holding a tenured position in the Public Law Department. She serves as a core faculty member contributing to academic leadership through her involvement in the Faculty’s governance bodies and research centers. Her email is simona.cristea@drept.unibuc.ro. Her research focuses on public law, environmental law, urban legal frameworks, and general legal theory. She has authored foundational texts on legal theory and jurisprudence, while also engaging with contemporary issues like sustainable development and urban planning regulations. Her work frequently bridges Romanian legal practice with comparative legal studies, particularly in European and international contexts. Professor Cristea’s recent publications highlight thematic trends in urban law jurisprudence, environmental protection mechanisms, and doctrinal analysis of legal systems. She has written extensively on administrative law procedures related to construction permits and urban development, reflecting her expertise in regulatory governance. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, her prolific publication record and academic contributions indicate significant scholarly recognition. She is actively involved in educational initiatives such as the British Law Center and the Bucharest Pre-Moot program, fostering legal education and international collaboration. Her advisory role extends to academic programs and research centers like the Centre for Studies in Competition Law and the Human Rights Centre. She collaborates with international networks such as the Rotterdam Law Network and ELPIS, enhancing interdisciplinary legal research. Professor Cristea’s academic activities include leading seminars and workshops, as evidenced by her seminar manuals on legal doctrine and jurisprudence. She maintains strong ties with the legal profession through her participation in moot court competitions and judicial training programs.

Apollos Okwuchi Nwauwaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modern Africa
• Education in Africa
• African cultures and societies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Apollos Okwuchi Nwauwa serves as Professor of History in the Department of History at Bowling Green State University's College of Arts and Sciences. His expertise spans Modern Africa with specialized focus on Nigerian history, Igbo studies of Southeastern Nigeria, African education systems, and Africa's global political engagement. His educational foundation includes: PhD in African History from Dalhousie University, Canada (1993) MA in African History from Dalhousie University, Canada (1989) BA (Hons) from Bendel State University, Nigeria (1986) Dr. Nwauwa's research critically examines colonial legacies in African education , Igbo socio-political organization , and post-colonial Nigerian leadership . His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary challenges, particularly exploring how traditional Igbo structures interact with modern governance systems and how colonial educational policies continue to shape African development trajectories. He emphasizes the agency of African intellectuals in navigating global ideologies. His recent publications (2015-2022) reveal consistent thematic threads: the Cold War's impact on Nigerian universities , evolving Igbo identity in post-colonial contexts, and critical reassessments of colonial education . These works demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches connecting political history, cultural studies, and educational policy analysis, often challenging Eurocentric narratives through African-centered perspectives. Key honors include: Distinguished Doctoral Dissertation Award (2011) for Michael Kithinji's research Ohio Academy of History Dissertation Award (2011) Isaac Walton Killam Scholarship (1990) Head of Department Award as Best History Graduate (1986) As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Nwauwa has supervised doctoral candidates including award-winning student Michael Kithinji. His grant portfolio features a $50,000 Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant grant (2010-2016) for Swahili instruction, multiple Faculty Research Incentive Grants totaling over $15,000, and support from the Institute for the Study of Culture and Society. These resources have advanced his research on Nigerian universities during the Cold War and Africana educational initiatives. Though not lab-affiliated, Dr. Nwauwa actively shapes scholarly discourse through leadership in the Igbo Studies Association (serving as President during 2012-2014 conferences), African Studies Association, and Nigerian Studies Association. His conference presentations and invited talks consistently foster transnational academic networks focused on African historiography and contemporary political challenges.