جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Isabelle Staufferمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• German literature (early modern period, fin de siècle, contemporary)
• Literary theory
• Cultural studies (gender/queer studies, performativity, postcolonial studies)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Isabelle Stauffer holds the Professorship for Modern German Literature at the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt , where she also serves as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Languages and Literature and Deputy Director of the Center for Religion, Church, and Society in Change (ZRKG) . She co-leads the ZRKG Research Field III on "Religiosity in Contemporary Transformation Processes" and examines intersections of literature with gender/queer studies , postcolonial theory , and cultural history of gallantry . Studied at University of Zurich and Humboldt University Berlin Doctorate (2006) and Habilitation (2015) from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz Previously held positions at Goethe University Frankfurt, Philipps University Marburg, and Saarland University Her research spans early modern to contemporary German literature , with specializations in intermediality (film, digital media), epistolary culture , and dandyism/fashion history . Current projects include organizing the 2025 IVG congress panel "Figures of Crisis – Crisis of the Figure" and editing the complete works of Aurora von Königsmarck. She has published extensively on topics including: Postcolonial transformations in early modern texts Religious discourse in contemporary literature Intermedia reflexivity in digital age narratives Queer performativity in historical and modern contexts Translation as cultural transfer mechanism Surface aesthetics in cinema and art

• Gender Economics
• Labor Economics
• Health Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maryam Dilmaghani is a Professor of Economics at the Sobey School of Business, Saint Mary's University. Her research focuses on gender economics, labor markets, health economics, and behavioral economics. She examines topics such as decision-making under competition, socio-cultural influences on economic behavior, and disparities in well-being across demographic groups. Her work frequently employs empirical approaches to analyze data from elite competitions, labor markets, and Canadian demographic trends. Key research themes include: Gender gaps in earnings, risk-taking, and corrupt behavior Impact of religiosity, education, and body image on economic outcomes Demographic patterns in fertility, homeownership, and citizenship Discrimination studies related to race, sexual orientation, and gender identity Her recent publications explore weather effects on chess player performance, LGBTQ+ economic experiences, and the causal links between education and health behaviors. This work highlights intersections between economic systems and sociocultural factors shaping individual choices and societal structures. Dr. Dilmaghani holds no currently listed awards but has produced a prolific body of peer-reviewed research. Her work contributes to policy debates on workplace diversity, urban planning equity, and labor market inclusion. She can be reached at maryam.dilmaghani@smu.ca for academic collaboration inquiries.

• Latinx Studies
• Religious Studies
• Migration Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

William A. Calvo-Quirós is an Assistant Professor of American Culture and Latinx Studies at the University of Michigan. His work centers on the intersection of state violence, religiosity, and migration, particularly along the U.S.-Mexico border. He explores how vernacular religious practices (e.g., devotion to saints like Jesús Malverde and La Santa Muerte) serve as tools of resistance and identity formation for migrants. Key research interests include transnational religious migration, gender violence, LGBTQ+ spirituality, and the sociopolitical dimensions of border regions. His award-winning book Undocumented Saints: The Politics of Migrating Devotions investigates how Latinx communities reimagine faith in spaces like detention centers and digital platforms. Calvo-Quirós utilizes ethnographic methods and interdisciplinary approaches, engaging with legal documents, oral histories, and cultural artifacts. His recent work extends to themes of hope, decolonial theory, and queer migration pathways. Recipient of the 2023 American Academy of Religion Best First Book Award 2023 Frank S. and Elizabeth D. Brewer Prize (American Society of Church History) Research focuses on marginalized communities' spiritual practices as acts of survival

Mia Liinasonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender Studies
• Digital Technologies
• Transnational Social Movements
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mia Liinason is a Professor of Gender Studies at Lund University, affiliated with the LU Profile Area: Human Rights and eSSENCE: The e-Science Collaboration. She holds a PhD in Gender Studies from 2011 and has held academic positions at the University of Gothenburg before joining Lund University in 2021. Her research focuses on intersections of transnational feminism, queer studies, digital cultures, and religiosities/secularities. She leads major projects like Liveability at the crossroads of religion, gender and sexuality and TechnAct: Transformations of Struggle , exploring digital technologies' impact on social movements and LGBTQ+ communities' lived experiences within religious contexts. Her work addresses global issues such as hate speech mitigation (via the NETHATE network), language evolution’s cultural impact (in the Change is Key! program), and transnational activism across Scandinavia, Russia, and Turkey. Awards include the Wallenberg Academy Fellowship (2015) and Wallenberg Scholar (2024). Recent publications analyze secular-religious divides in LGBTQ+ rights, Sámi cosmology, and digital protest dynamics. She supervises PhD students and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives like the Futures of Democracy Graduate School. Key research themes include gender struggles in new political conjunctures, AI’s societal impacts, and the role of hope in feminist theory. Her projects often bridge qualitative methods with computational social sciences, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Cultural Anthropology
• Mediterranean Societies
• Cultural Heritage
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Gabriella D'Agostino is a Full Professor of Cultural Anthropology at the Department of Cultures and Society, University of Palermo. She serves as Delegate for Relations with Foreign Communities, emphasizing her role in fostering international academic ties. Her primary affiliation is with the Department of Cultures and Society, specializing in research areas that bridge cultural anthropology, migration studies, and Mediterranean sociocultural dynamics. Her research focuses on cultural heritage preservation, ethnographic methods, and the intersection of power structures with cultural expression. Key themes include colonial memory, migrant religious practices in Sicily, and the role of traditional heritage in contemporary societies. She also explores methodological critiques in participant observation and the evolution of anthropological discourse. Publications from 2025 to 2004 reflect her sustained engagement with postcolonial studies, ethnographic museography, and the anthropology of religion. Her work frequently addresses Mediterranean contexts, particularly Sicily and Eritrea, highlighting transnational cultural flows. While no formal awards are listed, her extensive publications and academic roles indicate significant contributions to her field. Grants and advising details are not explicitly stated in the provided texts, but her role as a professor suggests active mentorship. She is involved in organizing academic events and managing departmental responsibilities, including student examinations and administrative duties. Her research extends to contemporary ethnographic practices, cultural policy analysis, and the interplay between art and tradition. Collaborations with institutions like the ATeN Center and involvement in PNRR (National Recovery and Resilience Plan) projects likely underscore her engagement with applied anthropology and policy-oriented research.

Victoria Rodnerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Brand Narratives
• Value-Creation
• Arts Marketing
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Victoria Rodner is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at the University of Edinburgh Business School and Programme Director for the MSc Marketing program. Her research spans brand narratives , arts marketing , religious/spiritual consumption , and macromarketing , with a focus on social phenomena in the Global South, particularly Brazil and Venezuela. She specializes in qualitative methodologies such as grounded theory , autoethnography , and poetic method . Academic Role: Senior Lecturer, Programme Director MSc Marketing University: University of Edinburgh Department: Marketing Leadership, Organisations and Society Research Themes: Via longitudinal fieldwork and collaborations, Rodner explores spirit possession in mediunic churches (2019 BA Leverhulme-funded study), queering spiritual discourses , and decolonizing consumer research through Islamic epistemologies. Her recent projects include "Possessing and Being Possessed: Managing Agency in the Liminal Self" (2018-2021) and "Consuming the Skies: Embodied Desire for Flight" (2023-2025). She has published widely in ABS* journals and contributes to the Macromarketing Society as a Board Member. Scientific Awards & Collaborations: Fellow, Higher Education Academy (UK) Board Member, Macromarketing Society (USA) Collaborations across 10+ countries, including Brazil, Venezuela, and the UK

Stephen Christopherمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

• Religion
• Anthropology
• Ecology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stephen Christopher is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Appalachian State University (App State), part of the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a PhD in Anthropology from Syracuse University (2018) and completed postdoctoral research at the University of Copenhagen (Marie Curie Fellowship, 2022–24) and Kyoto University (JSPS Fellowship, 2019). His research focuses on religion, ecology, and cultural dynamics in South and East Asia, with a particular interest in new religiosity, corporate spirituality, and tribal identities. He currently co-leads the John Templeton Foundation’s project on 'New Religiosity and the Digital Study of Eudaimonia', analyzing global religious groups and well-being. His recent edited volumes include Caste, COVID-19, and Inequalities of Care (2022) and Queerness in Contemporary Vietnam (2025). He co-edits Contemporary Buddhism and serves as Asia Editor for the Database of Religious History . His teaching spans institutions like Beijing Normal University, Vietnam National University, and the University of Bremen. Ongoing projects include a museum exhibition on religious diversity and an ethnographic film. His research interests encompass tribal ecologies, corporate religion, manga studies, and LGBTQ+ spirituality. Key areas of focus include: Analysis of religion in digital and corporate contexts Queer theory in Southeast Asian Buddhist contexts Tribal and Dalit identity politics Esotericism and global business networks He has collaborated on interdisciplinary studies such as the 'Tribal Ecologies' initiative (2023) and the 'Business Spirits' special issue (2024), examining intersections of religion, economics, and environment.

Ferdiansyah Thajibمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Gender and Sexuality Studies
• Queer Religiosity
• Psychological Anthropology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ferdiansyah Thajib is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute for Near Eastern and East Asian Languages and Civilizations, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, Germany. He is affiliated with the Elite Master Program 'Standards of Decision-Making Across Cultures.' His doctoral work (2020) was completed at Freie Universität Berlin's Institute of Social and Cultural Anthropology. Thajib's research focuses on psychological anthropology, gender and sexuality studies, queer religiosity, and alternative pedagogy. His activism with KUNCI, a transdisciplinary collective in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, emphasizes self-organization and alternative education. He explores transformative practices in knowledge production, particularly in Southeast Asia and Indonesia. Key research interests include the intersection of queer identities and religious practices, affective ethnography, and institutional critiques. His work often addresses vulnerable communities, such as Indonesia's waria (transgender women) in HIV/AIDS research and anti-LGBTQ+ campaigns. He co-edits volumes on queer theology, public pedagogy, and interdisciplinary research methodologies. Thajib has published widely in journals like Medical Anthropology , Indonesia and the Malay World , and ARTMargins . He collaborates on projects analyzing global health crises, institutional dynamics, and cultural solidarity. His activism and academic work intersect in promoting decolonial methodologies and community-driven knowledge systems. Current projects include editing volumes on queer-feminist engagements with religion and curating artist-led pedagogical frameworks in Asia-Pacific contexts. His research bridges anthropology, gender studies, and cultural activism, emphasizing interdisciplinary and participatory approaches.

Eman Abdelhadiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Religion
• Gender Studies
• Identity Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eman Abdelhadi is an Assistant Professor and Director of Graduate Studies at the University of Chicago. Her research focuses on religion’s influence on everyday life, particularly among Muslim American communities. She examines how subcultural communities reproduce across generations, with a focus on gendered dynamics and institutional mechanisms. Her work addresses intersections of religion, gender, and demography. Key projects include a book analyzing second-generation Muslim Americans’ religious attachment and a study on Muslim women’s employment in the U.S. She employs mixed methods, combining qualitative and quantitative approaches. Abdelhadi’s research has been recognized with awards from the ASA Sociology of Religion Section and the Society for the Scientific Study of Religion (2020). Her recent publications explore topics like gender ideologies among Muslim Americans, religious conservatism’s political impacts, and historical welfare policies. Her advising and grants focus on training graduate students in sociological analysis of religion and gender. She collaborates on projects analyzing immigrant integration, urban Muslim communities, and the sociology of work ethic.

Satveer Klerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Intergenerational Trauma
• Substance Use Disorders
• Critical Qualitative Research
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Satveer Kler is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Psychology at Palo Alto University (PAU), where he teaches in the Clinical Psychology PhD program and leads the Substance use and Intergenerational Trauma Social processes (SITS) Research Team. His work centers on intergenerational trauma, substance use, and systemic oppression among marginalized communities, particularly BIPOC and LGBTQ+ BIPOC individuals. Education: Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (2024) M.A. in Psychology, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (2021) B.A. in Psychology and B.A. in Literature, University of California, Santa Cruz (2018) Dr. Kler’s research is grounded in critical qualitative methodologies, including critical constructivist grounded theory, reflexive thematic analysis, and community-based participatory action research. He emphasizes the role of colonialism, cultural dispossession, and institutional oppression in shaping trauma and substance use. His teaching includes the Cross-Cultural Issues in Psychology course, where he fosters cultural humility and self-awareness among future clinicians. The recent publications of Dr. Kler reflect a strong focus on intersectionality, gender identity, racialized experiences, and mental health disparities. His work spans topics such as transgender and nonbinary experiences of gender dysphoria, alcohol use disorder among gender-minoritized people of color, validation of social support scales, and racialized dating preferences among queer Asian American men. These studies demonstrate a consistent commitment to amplifying marginalized voices through rigorous qualitative inquiry. Scientific Awards: Barbara Smith and Jewell E. Horvat Award (2024) from APA Division 45 Dr. Kler mentors PhD students and is deeply committed to training the next generation of culturally responsive clinicians and researchers. He was a fellow in the NIAAA-funded Enhancing Diversity in Alcohol Research (EDAR) program at the Medical University of South Carolina. His research is not only academically rigorous but also ethically grounded in co-constructing knowledge with participants. He advocates for integrating personal narratives into clinical interventions to honor unique cultural, familial, and social contexts. He leads the SITS Research Team, which aims to contextualize substance use and intergenerational trauma within historical and systemic frameworks such as colonialism and displacement. The team emphasizes communal healing and uses qualitative methods to explore family histories and cultural socialization messages.

Joseph Blankholmمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• American Religion
• Nonreligion
• Secularism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joseph Blankholm is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). His research focuses on American Religion and Nonreligion, Secularism, Atheism, and Spirituality, blending sociological and anthropological approaches. He holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University and has conducted extensive fieldwork among secular Americans, leading to his award-winning book The Secular Paradox: On the Religiosity of the Not Religious (2022). Currently, he is authoring a book analyzing secular and spiritual traditions among nonreligious populations, supported by a $2.8M grant from the John Templeton Foundation. This research extends the Longitudinal Study of Generations initiated in 1970 by sociologist Vern Bengtson. Blankholm has pioneered large-scale studies, including the 2021 survey of 12,370 organized nonbelievers in the U.S., and his work spans topics from virtual reality pedagogy to the legal status of secular organizations. He teaches courses such as 'Religion and Technology in Virtual Reality' and 'Metaphysical Spirituality.' His interdisciplinary expertise includes acting as an expert witness in civil/criminal cases involving religious definitions and defendants' backgrounds. Key research areas include intergenerational spirituality, secular activism, and the intersection of secularism with LGBTQ+ identities. His recent work explores 'exclusive empiricism' among atheists and the role of mortality beliefs in nonreligious communities. Collaborative projects include studies on religiosity evolution in sexual minorities and the impact of nonprofit sector religiosity on secular women. Notable publications include entries in Sociology of Religion , Journal of the American Academy of Religion , and edited volumes on secular publics and global nonreligious movements. His work consistently bridges theoretical critique with empirical rigor, challenging conventional boundaries between the religious and secular.

Linn Tonstadمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Systematic Theology
• Queer Theology
• Feminist Theology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Linn Tonstad is Assistant Professor at Yale Divinity School specializing in systematic theology, queer/feminist theology, and philosophy of religion. Joined Yale in 2012 after teaching at Southern Methodist University and Valparaiso University. Research explores Trinitarian theology, gender/sexuality in religious contexts, and theological method. Published on queer theology beyond apologetics, religious parody, and critiques of theological truth claims. Current book project: God and Difference: Experimental Trinitarian Theology . Teaches courses integrating feminist/queer critiques with classical theological traditions. Member of American Academy of Religion with publications in Modern Theology and Neue Zeitschrift fur Systematische Theologie.

Amna Mahmoodمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Religious Studies
• Gender Studies
• Feminism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amna Mahmood is a Doctoral Research Fellow at the Department of The Study of Religion, University of Oslo. Her research focuses on decolonial Muslim feminist and queer initiatives in Scandinavia, examining intersections of Islam, social media, and religious change. She holds an MA in Religious Studies from the University of Copenhagen (2020) and a BA in History of Religions from UiO (2018), with an exchange at McGill University. Mahmood teaches courses including REL2250 – Islam, REL3050 – Islam in Europe, and REL3060 – New Religiosity. She co-edits the Babylon Nordic Journal for Middle Eastern Studies (2022–2024) and previously advised academic writing at the Faculty of Educational Sciences. Key Areas: Gender & feminism in Islam, femonationalism, Islamophobia, decolonial theory Research Projects: Investigates social media's role in Muslim feminist/queer movements and their impact on religious transformation

Rudy Bustoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• American Religion
• Race and Religion
• Religion and Science Fiction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rudy Busto is an Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on American Religion with particular emphases on race, science fiction, and counterdisciplinary approaches to religious studies. Education: Ph.D., University of California at Berkeley (area: American Religion). Research Interests: Busto’s work interrogates how racial formations shape religious studies methodologies. He employs science fiction as a lens to explore alterity, post-human futures, and marginalized religious expressions. Key themes include indigeneity, evangelicalism, and transnational religious traditions. His counterdisciplinary approach challenges established disciplinary boundaries to uncover hidden knowledge systems. Teaching: Busto teaches courses like Religion & Science Fiction (RS 110F), First Contact (RS 190FC), and graduate seminars on Race and Religion (RS 266R). His pedagogical focus bridges critical theory and lived religious practices. Recent Contributions: He contributes to academic discourse through peer-reviewed articles and reviews, including analyses of nuclear dread in pop culture and Chicano Mormon activism. His 2005 monograph on Reies López Tijerina remains a seminal work in Latino religious activism studies.

• Biology Education
• Undergraduate Science Education
• Inclusive Learning Environments
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sara Brownell is the President's Professor in the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU), with affiliations to the Center for Biology and Society. She holds a PhD in Biology from Stanford University, an MA in Education from Stanford's Graduate School of Education, and additional degrees from The Scripps Research Institute and Cornell University. Her research focuses on making undergraduate science education more inclusive, particularly for students with concealable stigmatized identities such as LGBTQ+, religious minorities, and those with disabilities. She investigates how instructor identity disclosures and pedagogical strategies impact classroom inclusivity and student success. Dr. Brownell has pioneered work on course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) and active learning methods. Her research has been featured in Science Magazine and major news outlets. She teaches courses like Animal Physiology , Special Topics in Biology , and directs undergraduate research programs. Notable awards include the Arizona State University Centennial Teaching Award (2015) and the Walter J. Gores Teaching Award (2010). Her grants include NSF-funded projects exploring learning modalities through dialogic videos and programmatic assessment tools like Bio-MAPS. She advises on creating culturally competent evolution education and has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles addressing topics like student anxiety, religious diversity in STEM, and disability accommodations. Brownell advocates for systemic changes to promote equity in science education through both research and institutional leadership roles.