جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Fabio Franceschiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecclesiastical Law
• Law and Religion
• Religious Freedom
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Fabio Franceschi is an Associate Professor of Ecclesiastical Law, European Ecclesiastical Law, and Law and Religion at the Faculty of Law, Sapienza University of Rome. He teaches courses including Diritto Ecclesiastico (Ecclesiastical Law), Diritto Ecclesiastico Europeo (European Ecclesiastical Law), and Law and Religion. His institutional affiliation is with the Department of Legal and Economic Studies at Sapienza University of Rome. Franceschi's research interests focus on ecclesiastical law and the relationship between law and religion in contemporary society, the history of relations between State and Church in Italy (particularly in pre- and post-unification periods), canon law, and intercultural law. His work examines religious freedom, secularism, religious confessions, and the legal frameworks governing religious institutions in increasingly multicultural and multireligious societies. His publication record includes over 60 academic works in Italian and English, with his most notable contribution being the 'Compendium of Ecclesiastical Law,' which has gone through multiple editions. His recent scholarship addresses contemporary issues such as religious freedom in MENA countries, end-of-life decisions from religious perspectives, and the financial operations of religious institutions. Franceschi is actively involved in research groups including 'DiReSom (Law and Religion in Multicultural Societies)' and the executive committee of the interdisciplinary research center 'ORFECT - Observatory on Religious Freedom in the Jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights.' He also coordinates the research group 'Tradizioni religiose, diritti umani e diritto interculturale' (Religious Traditions, Human Rights and Intercultural Law). He serves on the scientific committee of the legal journal 'SudEuropa. Quadrimestrale di civiltà e cultura europea' and the editorial board of 'Il Diritto ecclesiastico.' His teaching materials for attending students are available on the university's E-Learning platform, and he maintains regular office hours for student consultations.

Ksana Blankمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Russian Literature
• Stylistics
• Interdisciplinary Studies
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Ksana Blank is a Senior Lecturer at Princeton University’s Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures. She coordinates the Russian Language Program and directs the Princeton-in-Petersburg Program, fostering academic exchange and interdisciplinary research. With a PhD in Russian Literature (Columbia University, 1997) and a BA in French Philology (St. Petersburg State University, 1979), her academic career spans over two decades at Princeton, preceded by teaching roles at Hunter College and Middlebury College Russian Summer School. Education: PhD, Russian Literature, Columbia University (1997) BA, French Philology, St. Petersburg State University (1979) Her research centers on Russian literature, emphasizing stylistic analysis and interdisciplinary connections with music, visual arts, folklore, and religious philosophy. Notable works include studies on Dostoevsky’s dialectics, Gogol’s The Nose , and the interplay between Russian modernism and Western art movements. She has authored multiple books and articles, many translated into Russian, and has published in academic journals across Russia, Europe, and China. Recent publications explore Dostoevsky’s paradoxes, Gogol’s linguistic innovation, and the intersection of Russian literature with music (Shostakovich), art (Malevich), and philosophy. Her 2023 book Парадоксы классики expands traditional interpretations of classic works through interdisciplinary lenses, while her 2021 The Nose guide deciphers Gogol’s wordplay and its narrative function. Earlier works address Tolstoy’s spiritual crisis and Bakhtinian dialogism in Russian literary theory. While no scientific awards are listed, her contributions to pedagogy include advanced Russian language courses and graduate-level Tolstoy studies. She currently works on Leo Tolstoy’s The Prisoner of the Caucasus and teaches courses on Russian literature, spirituality, and translation.

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.

Ximian Xuمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Theology and Technology
• Systematic Theology
• Dutch Neo-Calvinism
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Ximian Xu (preferred name: Simeon) is a Senior Research Associate in the Faculty of Divinity at the University of Cambridge , with a PhD in Systematic Theology from the University of Edinburgh (2020). His research bridges theology with technology, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) ethics, Dutch Neo-Calvinism, Karl Barth, and contextual theology in mainland China. Xu’s work explores the intersection of AI and Christian ethics, the role of Reformed theology in contemporary Chinese Christianity, and the ontological implications of technology on human sustainability. Research Interests Theology and Technology (AI, Surveillance) Dutch Neo-Calvinism (Herman Bavinck) Karl Barth Contextual Theology (Reformed in China) Grants and Organisational Roles He received the CAHSS KE Grant for the workshop "Artificial Intelligence and the Christian Churches" and the Alan Turing Institute Postdoctoral Enrichment Award for research on AI in pastoral care. Xu co-founded the Studies in Dutch Neo-Calvinism Series (Chinese) and is a co-editor for its publications. Publications and Awards His recent works include studies on AI’s moral agency, technomoral futures, and Reformed theological frameworks. Xu’s book The Digitalised Image of God: Artificial Intelligence, Liturgy, and Ethics (2024) addresses AI’s theological challenges. He has contributed to journals like Perspectives on Science and Christian Faith and Modern Theology .

Stephen F. Teiserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Buddhist Studies
• Chinese Religion
• Medieval Chinese History
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Stephen F. Teiser is the D.T. Suzuki Professor in Buddhist Studies and Professor of Religion at Princeton University. He holds the Old Dominion Research Professor title in the Humanities Council (2022-2023). His work focuses on Buddhist rituals, Chinese religious history, and the intersection of Indian and Chinese religious traditions. Teiser delivered lectures at Fudan University, shaping his research into broader scholarly discourse. His book Ritual and the Study of Buddhism (2022) explores Buddhist rituals in Chinese contexts, emphasizing cross-cultural and methodological insights. His research bridges medieval Chinese religious practices with modern academic frameworks, addressing topics like funerary rituals, lay communities, and textual interpretation. His academic contributions span Buddhist historiography, ritual studies, and East Asian religious history. Notable works include analyses of the Ghost Festival, Dunhuang liturgies, and comparative religious texts. Teiser’s interdisciplinary approach highlights the adaptation of Buddhism in Chinese culture and its global scholarly relevance. Awards: Old Dominion Research Professor (2022-2023) Teiser’s research also engages with collaborative international projects, such as co-editing volumes on divination and East Asian manuscripts. His work emphasizes the importance of language and cultural context in interpreting religious practices, making his scholarship foundational for understanding Buddhism’s evolution in China.

Martin Hägglundمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Post-Kantian philosophy
• Phenomenology & Hermeneutics
• Marx & Critical Theory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Martin Hägglund is the Birgit Baldwin Professor of Comparative Literature and Humanities at Yale University, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Philosophy. He holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from Cornell University (2011) and Philosophy from Leipzig University (expected 2026). His work bridges Post-Kantian philosophy, critical theory, and modernist literature, with notable books including This Life: Secular Faith and Spiritual Freedom (2019), which won the René Wellek Prize, and Dying for Time: Proust, Woolf, Nabokov (2012). Research focuses on temporality, mortality, and freedom, engaging thinkers like Heidegger, Marx, and Hegel. His writing explores secular ethics, political Marxism, and the interplay between philosophy and literature. Hägglund has held global appointments, including at Sorbonne University and invited professorships in Bonn and Cornell. Awards include the Guggenheim Fellowship (2018) and Myrdal Grand Prize (2024). Publications span over 60 articles and essays, addressing topics from Kierkegaard’s existentialism to Knausgaard’s secular confession. His current projects include The Mortality of the Soul and I Care, Therefore I Am . Teaching emphasizes Heideggerian thought, narrative temporality, and literary theory. Awards and fellowships include Harvard Society of Fellows membership (2009–2012), Berlin Prize (2024), and multiple honorary distinctions. His interdisciplinary approach unites philosophy, literature, and political theory, influencing debates on secularism, capitalism, and freedom’s material conditions.

Scott MacDonaldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval Philosophy
• Philosophical Theology
• Philosophy of Mind
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Scott MacDonald is the Norma K. Regan Professor in Christian Studies at Cornell University , with a joint appointment in the Department of Philosophy and affiliated roles in the Medieval Studies Program and Religious Studies Program within the College of Arts and Sciences . He holds advanced degrees from the University of St. Andrews (BD, 1981) and Cornell University (BA, 1978; PhD, 1986).

Adeeb Khalidمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modern Central Asian History
• Soviet History
• Postcolonial Theory
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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.

Dennis Troutمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Late Antiquity
• Early Medieval History
• Ancient Mediterranean Studies
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Dennis Trout is a Professor of Ancient Mediterranean Studies and Chair of Classics, Archaeology, and Religion at the University of Missouri, with an adjunct appointment in History. His research focuses on late antique and early medieval cultures of the western Mediterranean, particularly the interplay between classical traditions and emerging Christian practices. Major themes include epigraphic poetry, the cult of saints, and the transformation of Roman religious and political frameworks. Education includes undergraduate studies in history, anthropology, and art history, an MA in Ancient History, and a PhD with coursework in Classics and Religious Studies. His work bridges literary analysis, material culture, and cognitive science of religion to explore how cultural memory shapes religious identity. Recent scholarship emphasizes figures like Augustine of Hippo, Paulinus of Nola, Damasus of Rome, and Isidore of Seville. His articles analyze epigraphic poetry’s role in legitimizing Christian authority, the materiality of ritual objects, and the reinterpretation of Roman history through Christian lenses. Themes include urban transformation in late antique Rome, Visigothic Iberian Christianity, and the intersection of classical aesthetics with theological discourse. No formal scientific awards are listed, though his prolific publication record reflects academic recognition. Advising includes graduate students in late antique studies, though specific advisee names are not provided. His work engages with archaeological sites like Nola’s basilicas and Roman martyria, contributing to projects on liturgical spaces and epigraphic preservation.

• 17th and 18th Century French Literature
• Classical French Literature
• Fénelon Studies
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Jean-Philippe Grosperrin is a Lecturer in 17th and 18th century French literature at the University of Toulouse - Jean Jaurès, where he has been a Maître de conférences since 1999. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, specializing in French Literature. Grosperrin is also an editor of the journal Littératures classiques since 2001, contributing significantly to scholarly discourse in classical literature. His research focuses on several interconnected areas within 17th and 18th century French literature, with particular emphasis on Fénelon studies, sacred eloquence, tragedy and opera (1660-1790), the aesthetics of the monument, and the works of Houdar de La Motte. His publications demonstrate a consistent exploration of how literary, theatrical, and musical forms intersect with philosophical and religious thought during the classical period and Enlightenment. Grosperrin's recent scholarly output reveals a growing interest in the concept of the 'bizarre' in literature, the representation of monuments and memory in theatrical contexts, and the adaptation of classical texts across different media and national traditions. His work consistently bridges literary analysis with musicology and theater studies, examining how texts move from page to stage and how they transform across cultural boundaries, particularly in European contexts. As an active scholar, Grosperrin has maintained a steady publication record with numerous articles, book chapters, and critical editions. His editorial work with Littératures classiques demonstrates his commitment to fostering academic conversation in his field. While specific information about his teaching and mentorship is not detailed in the available sources, his long-standing position suggests significant contribution to academic training in French literature.

• Philosophy of Religion
• Liturgy
• History of Philosophy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

István Zalatnay is an Associate Professor in the Department of Liberal Arts at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Gáspár Károli Reformed University. His academic work bridges philosophy and theology, with a strong focus on liturgical studies, the philosophy of religion, and the history of philosophy. His educational background includes a PhD in Philosophical Sciences from Eötvös Loránd University (2004), an MA in Philosophy from the same institution (1995), and training as a Reformed pastor (1985). He previously served as an Associate Professor and Vice-Rector at Pápai Reformed Theological Academy. His research interests are extensive, encompassing logic, epistemology, systematic theology, and international relations with a focus on minority policy. His scholarship is deeply rooted in phenomenological analysis, particularly of liturgical texts and religious experience. His recent publications, spanning from 2011 to 2023, demonstrate a consistent focus on Hungarian Reformed theology, liturgical practice, and the interplay between philosophy and religion. Key themes include the future of the church, sacred time and space, the interpretation of historical and theological texts (such as the Heidelberg Catechism), and the legacy of Hungarian philosophical and theological figures. He has supervised doctoral students, including Ágnes Fekete on the topic of liturgy and time. His international experience includes a research fellowship at the North Atlantic Assembly in 1992. He is fluent in English, German, and French, with reading proficiency in Italian. His primary point of contact is via email at zalatnay.istvan@kre.hu.

Tone Stangeland Kaufmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Practical Theology
• Ecclesiology
• Homiletics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tone Stangeland Kaufman is a Professor of Practical Theology at MF University College of Theology, Religion and Society . Her research focuses on ecclesiology, homiletics, Christian spirituality, and qualitative methodologies , with an emphasis on reflexivity and normativity in empirical theological research. She leads the Scandinavian research project Priests' Learning in Practice (PLP) , examining newly graduated priests' transition to professional roles in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Her educational background includes a PhD (2011) from MF with a dissertation on Nordic clergy spirituality. She has held roles as a part-time parish priest (2012–2015) and served on committees like the Interchurch Council Theological Committee (2020–present) and the American Academy of Religion Practical Theology Group (co-chair since 2013). Her work bridges pastoral practice and academic rigor, with a focus on youth theology, religious education, and the digital transformation of worship. Key publications include studies on digitally mediated preaching , confession practices , and Ignatian spirituality in prisons . Her 2021 book Forkynnelse for barn og voksne analyzes confirmation rituals, while recent work explores postcolonial perspectives in practical theology. She teaches courses on homiletics, practical theology methodology, and postmodern religious practices. Professional networks include leadership roles in Societas Homiletica , the Nordic Network for Homiletics , and the Ecclesiology and Ethnography group. Her research often integrates material culture, digital media, and intergenerational dynamics to address contemporary challenges in Christian practice and institutional life.

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 .

• Roman Religious History
• Ancient Epigraphy
• Comparative Monotheism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Justine Potts is Junior Research Fellow in Classics at St John's College, University of Oxford, specializing in religious and intellectual history of the Roman Empire. Her research employs comparative approaches to examine the development of religious confession practices and the emergence of monotheism. Key research areas include: Social and cultural history of confession practices in Greco-Roman world Comparative analysis of monotheistic transitions in Roman Empire and ancient South Arabia Epigraphic analysis of religious artifacts and votive offerings Long-term evolution of religious institutions and practices She holds a DPhil in Ancient History and MA in Classics from University of Oxford, with additional studies at University of Bologna. Her doctoral research on 'Confession in the Greek and Roman world' is being developed into a monograph, while her current comparative project examines parallels in monotheistic developments across Mediterranean and Arabian contexts.

Amy-May Leachمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Forensic Psychology
• Deception Detection
• Lie Detection
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Dr. Amy-May Leach is a Professor of Forensic Psychology and Associate Dean, Research, Innovation and Graduate Studies in the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities at Ontario Tech University. She holds a PhD in Social Psychology from Queen’s University and brings unique applied experience from her prior role as a Canada Border Services Agency officer, which informs her research on forensic interviewing and decision-making. MA, Developmental Psychology, Queen's University (2002) PhD, Social Psychology, Queen's University (2006) Dr. Leach’s research centers on deception detection in forensic contexts, particularly focusing on vulnerable populations such as children and non-native speakers. Her work explores how language proficiency, interpreter presence, cognitive load, and cultural factors affect lie detection accuracy and bias. She also investigates wrongful convictions, eyewitness memory, and confessions and interrogations. Her interdisciplinary research bridges social, cognitive, and developmental psychology with legal applications. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on linguistic and cognitive factors in deception, including studies on non-native speakers, veiled witnesses, and gaze behavior in child interviews. The recurring themes include observer bias, the impact of language barriers, and the use of cognitive load techniques to detect deception. Dr. Leach has received competitive research funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and the American Psychology-Law Society. Her grants support projects on language proficiency and testimony, coercion assessment, and deception in concealed witnesses. SSHRC Insight Grant (2018) SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2016, 2011) SSHRC Standard Research Grant (2011) AP-LS Grant-in-Aid (2010) She actively supervises graduate students at both the Master’s and PhD levels, mentoring research on interpreter use, cognitive load, and deception cues in multilingual interviews. Her leadership extends to academic administration as Associate Dean, where she supports research, innovation, and graduate education. She leads thelieLab.com, a research group dedicated to understanding deception in real-world forensic settings.