جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jill Caskeyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval Art
• Medieval Architecture
• Cultural Exchange
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jill Caskey is a Professor at the University of Toronto, holding dual appointments as Chair of the Department of Visual Studies at the Mississauga campus (UTM) and faculty in the Department of Art History at the St. George campus. Her cross-disciplinary role reflects her expertise in medieval art , architecture , and cultural exchange across the Mediterranean. PhD, Yale University MA, Yale University AB, Bryn Mawr College Her research focuses on cultural dynamics among religious communities in southern Italy and Sicily, examining portable arts , pilgrimage practices , and liturgical spaces . Caskey's work challenges traditional Eurocentric art historical narratives, advocating for a Global Middle Ages framework that highlights interconnected artistic traditions. Key publications include co-authoring the textbook Art and Architecture of the Middle Ages: Exploring a Connected World (2022) and analyzing case studies like the Angevin-era seal at Bari (2021), Salerno ivories, and Norman stucco reliefs. Her grants from the Getty Foundation , Kress Foundation , and SSHRC support fieldwork and collaborative initiatives like The Global Past Research Initiative (2023). Fellow, American Academy in Rome 2022-2024 Connaught Global Challenge Award Caskey's administrative service as Chair of Visual Studies and her contributions to academic discourse through conference presentations (e.g., 'Webs of Gold' at the 2022 Naples Field Seminar) further demonstrate her leadership in expanding medieval art historiography.

Isidro Lamelasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Patristic Theology
• Early Christianity
• Gnosticism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Isidro Lamelas is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Theology, Portuguese Catholic University (UCP), and a research member of the Research Centre for Theology and Religious Studies (CITER). He has been teaching at UCP since 2000 and holds a PhD in Patristic Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome (1998). He is the Coordinator of the Doctorate in Theology and director of the magazine Itinerarium , while also serving on the scientific council of Archivo Ibero-Americano . PhD in Patristic Theology, Pontificia Università Gregoriana, 1998 First degree in Theology, Faculty of Theology, UCP, 1990 Specialization in Patristic Sciences, Augustinian Patristic Institute Intensive course in Christian Archaeology, Pontifical Institute of Christian Archaeology Studies at Pontifical Oriental Institute, Rome (1997–1998) His research focuses on early Christianity, patristic literature, Gnosticism, and the theological interpretation of ancient Christian texts. He has published extensively on the Church Fathers, the origins of Christianity, and the intersection of theology with cultural and philosophical themes. His work often explores spiritual, historical, and hermeneutical dimensions of ancient Christian writings. The most recent articles highlight a consistent engagement with themes such as Gnosticism, martyrdom as spectacle, divine laughter, ecological spirituality in Francis of Assisi, and public theology. His publications span journals like Religions , CADMO , Rever , and Itinerarium , reflecting interdisciplinary theological scholarship with roots in historical, exegetical, and cultural analysis. Isidro Lamelas has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. He actively supervises academic work, having served as President of Jury and Main Examiner in doctoral examinations. He is involved in multiple research projects, including COLIVING2020 and CITER , and contributes to editorial work as a guest editor for Religions and a reviewer for Humanitas . His leadership in the Doctorate in Theology program underscores his role in shaping advanced theological education. He is a member of the Franciscan Order since 1985 and integrates this spiritual tradition into his academic work, particularly in studies on Francis of Assisi and Christian spirituality. His research projects often engage with themes of ecology, citizenship, and intercultural living from a theological perspective.

• Religious Education
• Ancient Religions
• Cultural Identity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alain G F Blomart is an Associate Lecturer in the Department of Educational Sciences at the Blanquerna School of Psychology, Education and Sports Sciences, Ramon Llull University. His research focuses on ancient religions, cultural identity, and religious education, with particular emphasis on Mithraism and its intersections with Greco-Roman cultural dynamics. He is a core member of the GREDA research group (Grup de Recerca en Educació, Didàctica i Aprenentatge). His academic contributions include analysis of religious syncretism in antiquity, the role of art in religious expression, and modern policy frameworks for integrating religious education in public institutions. Recent work includes a 2024 chapter examining Catalonia's pilot program for Islamic religious education in public schools. Blomart has been actively engaged in research since at least 1992, producing peer-reviewed scholarship on Mithraic rituals, iconography, and philosophical interpretations. His projects include the 2022-2025 GREDA initiative funded by AGAUR, exploring educational paradigms and institutional frameworks in modern contexts. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. His academic advising focuses on collaborative research rather than formal student mentorship, as evidenced by co-authored works with colleagues like Francisco Xavier Marín Torné and Àngel Navarro Guareño.

Giovanna GAMBACURTAمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Pre-Roman Italian Civilization
• Etruscology
• Protohistory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Giovanna Gambacurta is an Associate Professor at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, based in the Department of Humanities. She specializes in Pre-Roman Italian Civilization and Etruscology, focusing on archaeology, protohistory, and cultural interactions in ancient Veneto and the Po Delta region. Her research emphasizes funerary rituals, urbanization processes, and the application of digital technologies in archaeological studies. Key research areas include the study of Etrusco-Italic necropolises, Celticization processes, and the analysis of archaeological stratification. She has led projects such as the Visual Storytelling in the Early Iron Age and contributed to excavations like the Necropolis of_via Tiepolo/San Massimo in Padua. Her work bridges archaeology with social anthropology, exploring how material culture reflects social evolution and cultural dynamics. Gambacurta has authored over 267 publications, including monographs like I Celti e il Veneto and edited volumes such as As a Precious Gift . She serves on editorial boards for journals like Archeologia veneta and has reviewed international research projects. Her grants include the H2020-funded PROCON project on textile production in the Mediterranean. Her research extends to cultural heritage preservation, including the VALUE initiative in Ariano nel Polesine and the digitization of pre-Roman necropolises. She advises students on topics ranging from funerary archaeology to the iconography of situla art, contributing to both academic and public understanding of ancient Venetic culture.

Herbert Tuckerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 19th Century British Literature
• Victorian Poetry
• Romanticism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Herbert Tucker is the John C. Coleman Professor in the Department of English at the University of Virginia, within the College of Arts & Sciences. He specializes in 19th-century British literature, with a focus on poetry, prosody, and Victorian intellectual culture. His scholarly work spans Romantic and Victorian poetics, epic form, dramatic monologue, and literary influence. His research interests include Victorian poetry , 19th-century British literary form , prosody , epic poetry , Shakespeare reception , and literary theory . He explores how poetic form conveys meaning, how writers engage with tradition, and how literature reflects cultural and philosophical concerns of the era. His work often bridges literary analysis with intellectual and cultural history. The recent articles reflect a deep engagement with poetic form , manuscript studies , literary influence , and the aesthetics of charm and enchantment . His scholarship appears in leading journals such as Critical Inquiry , Victorian Studies , and New Literary History , demonstrating sustained contributions to Victorian and Romantic studies. American Academy of Arts & Sciences Member Fulbright Scholar Donald J. Gray Prize National Humanities Center Fellow MLA-ACLS Fellow Whiting Fellow Danforth Fellow Shannon Center Fellow International Senior Research Fellow (Durham) Distinguished Visiting Fellow (Queen Mary) Herbert Tucker has served as Associate Editor of New Literary History since 1996 and Series Editor of Victorian Literature and Culture since 1989, indicating long-standing mentorship and editorial leadership. He has held visiting professorships at Williams College, Massey University, and Yale, and has delivered lectures globally. His projects include For Better for Verse , an interactive prosody tutorial, showcasing innovation in pedagogy and technology. He is affiliated with the New Literary History editorial team and the Victorian Literature and Culture series, both based at the University of Virginia. His work with the Shannon Center for Advanced Studies and the Teaching and Technology Initiative reflects engagement with interdisciplinary research and digital humanities.

Seán McLoughlinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Anthropology of Islam
• Sociology of Islam
• Muslim Diasporas
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Professor Seán McLoughlin is a full-time faculty member at the University of Leeds, holding the position of Professor of the Anthropology of Islam (Muslim Diasporas) in the School of Philosophy, Religion and the History of Science, Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures. He has been a core academic at Leeds since 2000 and continues active research, teaching, and leadership in the field of Islam and Muslim diasporas in Britain and Europe. Education: PhD in Social Anthropology, University of Manchester MA in Middle Eastern Studies, University of Manchester BA in Theology & Religious Studies (First Class), University of Manchester His research focuses on the anthropology and sociology of Islam, particularly among South Asian heritage Muslim communities in Britain. Key themes include migration, transnationalism, pilgrimage (Hajj), multicultural politics, identity formation, and the role of religion in public life. He has conducted extensive fieldwork with British Pakistani and Kashmiri communities in Northern England, especially in Bradford. His work bridges the social sciences with the arts and humanities, emphasizing narrative, representation, and urban identity. His recent publications explore the Hajj industry in Britain, the transformation of mosque institutions, the writing of British Asian cities (e.g., 'Bradistan'), and state engagement with Muslim organizations. These works reflect a consistent trend in examining how Muslim identities are constructed, negotiated, and represented across local, national, and transnational contexts. His research is deeply interdisciplinary, drawing from anthropology, sociology, religious studies, urban studies, and cultural geography. Scientific and Professional Recognition: Past Co-Convenor and Chair, Muslims in Britain Research Network (2003–2008, 2011–2014) Former Secretary, British Association for Islamic Studies (2017–2020) Member, British Sociological Association (Sociology of Religion Study Group) Member, British Association for the Study of Religions REF2021 Unit of Assessment Leader and Impact Case Study Author He has supervised multiple postgraduate researchers and final-year dissertation students, including placements at Leeds City Museum. He has led externally funded projects from the AHRC, British Academy, and ESRC. His teaching includes modules such as 'Introduction to the Study of Islam', 'Muslims in Britain', and 'Religion, Politics & Society', all of which have received outstanding student feedback and high academic performance. He has also contributed to postgraduate teaching on 'Muslims, Multiculturalism and the State'. He is affiliated with the Centre for Religion and Public Life and has contributed to public policy discussions, including a feasibility study for a Faith Forum in Yorkshire and the Humber. His work continues to influence academic and public discourse on Islam in contemporary Britain.

• East Asian Buddhism
• Huayan/Hwaŏm Buddhism
• Buddhist Commentarial Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jörg Plassen is a Professor of East Asian Religions at the Chair of East Asian Religions, Faculty of East Asian Studies, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Germany. He is affiliated with the Centrum für Religionswissenschaftliche Studien and the CERES Research Department. His research focuses on Early Korean Hwaŏm and Samnon Buddhism, literary and pragmatic dimensions of Buddhist commentary literature, and religious transfer processes between Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism in East Asia. His publications span over two decades, examining topics such as Huayan Buddhist philosophy, the influence of Taoist texts on Buddhist commentaries, and the role of meditation practices in Chan Buddhism. Key themes in his work include textual analysis, doctrinal interactions, and the cultural and intellectual history of East Asian religions. Affiliations: Chair of East Asian Religions, CERES Research Department. Research Interests: East Asian Buddhism, Huayan/Hwaŏm traditions, Buddhist-Taoist interactions, Korean religious history. Prof. Plassen has led projects such as 'Dynamiken von Textkorpora und Bildprogrammen' and 'Formen der buddho-konfuzianischen Interaktion im vormodernen Korea.' His work bridges textual criticism, historical contextualization, and comparative religious studies, contributing to broader understandings of East Asian religious thought.

Reinhard Frötschnerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس مشاور

• Early Modern Russian History
• Muscovite Political Mythology
• Cultural Exchange in Eastern Europe
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Reinhard Frötschner is a Consultant Lecturer in East and Southeast European History at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. Since 2000, he has been a scientific assistant at the Institute for East and Southeast European Studies in Munich (formerly Regensburg). He is currently responsible for the review section of the journal "Jahrbücher für Geschichte Osteuropas" and has taught regular courses on pre-Petrine Russian history since 2004. PhD in History (Munich) - Thesis: "Das Bild des Krieges im Moskauer Reich unter Zar Ivan IV. Groznyj" MA in East and Southeast European History, Slavic Philology (Russian literature focus) 5-month study visit to Moscow (1990-1991) His research focuses on early modern Muscovite political mythology, diplomatic practices during the Livonian War, and cultural representations of historical events. He specializes in analyzing visual and textual sources like the "Licevoj letopisnyj svod" and the "Illuminated Compendium" of Ivan IV. His work connects Muscovite state-building with European historical contexts, particularly examining how war imagery evolved through official historiography and peripheral reception. Frötschner's academic contributions include co-editing the 2021 open-access volume on Ivan IV's illuminated chronicle manuscript, which explores its role in Moscow's historical and artistic traditions. He has presented at international conferences in Bonn, Graz, Paris, and St. Petersburg, addressing topics like Muscovite eschatological expectations and the Time of Troubles. His teaching covers medieval East European history, focusing on Rus' territories and their European neighbors from early medieval to early modern periods.

Jenna Weissman Joselitمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 20th-century United States Jewish History
• U.S. Cultural History
• Material Culture and Identity
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jenna Weissman Joselit is the Charles E. Smith Professor of Judaic Studies and Professor of History at The George Washington University. She specializes in 20th-century American Jewish history, U.S. cultural history from the late 19th to mid-20th century, and the interplay between material culture and identity. She directs a graduate program in Jewish cultural arts and has been a visiting professor at Princeton University. Ph.D., Columbia University, 1981 Her research focuses on American Jewish life, gender, religious expression, and cultural assimilation. She explores how everyday objects, fashion, religious symbols, and public rituals reflect and shape Jewish identity in America. Her work bridges academic history and public scholarship, making her a leading voice in Jewish cultural studies. Her publications span books and articles that analyze the cultural significance of religion, consumerism, and artistic expression in American Jewish life. Her work shows a consistent trend toward interdisciplinary inquiry, combining history, art, religion, and material culture to understand the evolution of Jewish identity in the modern era. National Jewish Book Award in History for The Wonders of America: Reinventing Jewish Culture, 1880–1950 Professor Joselit has held fellowships at Princeton University’s Center for the Study of American Religion, Yale University’s Center for Art and Material Culture, the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Judaic Studies, and served as a Distinguished Visiting Scholar at the Library of Congress. She is a founding member of NYU’s Working Group on Jews, Media and Religion. She is an active public intellectual, writing a monthly column for Tablet: The Online Magazine of Jewish Culture and having contributed for sixteen years to The Forward . Her commentary appears in The New Republic , Jewish Review of Books , and Gastronomica , among others.

• Alevism
• Collective Memory
• Rituals and Identity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Burak Gümüş is a Professor at the Department of Political Science and Public Administration , Trakya University , Turkey. His academic work focuses on Alevism , Collective Memory , Rituals and Identity , Transnational Migration , German-Turkish Relations , and New Media in Turkish Politics . He earned his PhD at the University of Constance (2007) and holds a Master's (2001) from the same institution in Sociology and Political Science . His research spans refugee integration , media representations of minorities , and political transformations in Turkey and the Middle East. Key themes include symbolic political engagement , presidential systems , and Alevi identity . His publications include analyses of Syrian refugee policies , hate speech in Turkish media , and comparative party politics between Turkey and Germany. Scientific Awards Award for achievements (2013) Award of achievements (2012) Award of achievements (2010) Best Magister Thesis (2001) Advising : Supervised Şükrü Berat Paşa’s master’s thesis on Nation-Building in New Turkey .

Tom Woerner-Powellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Modern Islam
• Islamic Philosophy
• Nonviolence Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tom Woerner-Powell is a Senior Lecturer in Modern Islam, Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Manchester. His interdisciplinary research focuses on religio-political dimensions of Islamic thought across colonial and post-colonial contexts, examining intersections between religious practices and political frameworks. Education: PhD in Philosophy of Religion (Oxford), MA in Islamic Studies (Durham), Damascus University His work analyzes modern representations of Islam through the lens of religion, with particular emphasis on pacifism, nonviolence, and religiously sanctioned violence. Current projects include an AHRC-funded international study on Islamic nonviolence. Research output spans 12 publications including books, journal articles, and chapters on topics like Sufism, European colonialism, and intercultural dialogue. Key journals include Journal of Pacifism and Nonviolence . Scientific Awards : British Association for Islamic Studies De Gruyter Prize (2016) Prix Fondation Ousseimi de la Tolérance (2011) Active in PhD supervision and media commentary, he contributes to debates on Islamic nonviolence, religious embodiment, and postcolonial theory.

Antonis Anastasopoulosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ottoman History
• Imperial and Provincial Relations
• Ottoman Legal and Administrative Systems
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Antonis Anastasopoulos is an Associate Professor of Ottoman History at the Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Arts, University of Crete. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and has been teaching at the University of Crete since 1999. His research collaborations extend to the Institute of Mediterranean Studies at the Foundation for Technology and Research. PhD, School of Oriental Studies, University of Cambridge M.Phil., University of Cambridge BA, History and Archaeology, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens His research focuses on Ottoman provincial governance, emphasizing political relations in the 18th century, Islamic tombstones from the Ottoman era, and historical water resource management. His recent work explores the Ottoman Empire's legacy in modern Greek historiography, legal systems, and material culture. His publications include over 30 articles in scientific journals and collective volumes, with a strong emphasis on Ottoman Balkans, tax systems, and elite dynamics. He has co-edited five collective volumes and presented at institutions like the École Pratique des Hautes Études in Paris and Boğaziçi University in Istanbul. He maintains active office hours on Mondays and Tuesdays (14:30–15:30) and engages in academic outreach through his personal website (www.antonisanastasopoulos.gr).

• Turkish Folklore
• Alevism and Bektashism Studies
• Turkish Folklore Outside of Türkiye

Prof. Dr. Salahaddin Bekki is a Turkish folklorist and academic at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Turkish Language and Literature. He completed his PhD at Atatürk University (2001) after MA (Yüzüncü Yıl University, 1994) and BA (Yüzüncü Yıl University, 1991) degrees. His career spans 24 years at Ahi Evran University, promoted to Professor in 2017. Born: June 13, 1967, Sivas Academic Ranks: Professor (2017), Associate Professor (2011), Assistant Professor (2002-2011) Leadership: Department Head (2017-), Editorial Board Member (multiple journals) Research Areas: Turkish folklore (domestic and international), Alevi-Bektashi studies, and Turkic epic traditions. Specializes in oral literature, folk healing practices, and cultural continuity. Recent Publications: 15 most recent works explore: Âşık Veysel's cultural impact Epic transformation in digital era Comparative Dede Korkut studies Macaronic Turkic poetry Alevi ritual symbolism Awards: Recipient of 4 consecutive Social Sciences Incentive Awards (2022-2024) from Ahi Evran University, TÜBİTAK Scientific Publication Awards (2008, 2011, 2012), and Hoca Ahmet Yesevi Success Award (2016). Academic Leadership: Supervised 14 MA and 13 PhD theses, served on 8 university administrative boards, and contributed to 4 major research projects including the Turk Masal Külliyatı and Neşet Ertaş Bibliography projects.

Colleen Zoriمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Archaeology
• Political Economy of Ancient Societies
• Andean Archaeology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Colleen Zori serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Baylor Interdisciplinary Core (BIC) at Baylor University, teaching Natural World I/II and World Cultures II/III. Her research investigates political-economic transformations in ancient societies through archaeological analysis of material culture, with dual fieldwork foci in the Andes and medieval Italy. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of California, Los Angeles (2011) M.A. in Anthropology, University of California, Los Angeles (2004) B.A. in Human Biology, Stanford University (2000) Dr. Zori's research centers on archaeological political economy , examining how shifts in political organization intersect with technological innovation, craft specialization, and exchange networks. Her Andean work analyzes Inka imperial strategies through metallurgical studies and ceramic analysis in Peru/Chile, while her Italian research investigates medieval political dynamics via ceramic production and glass trade at San Giuliano. Key specialties include: Andean metallurgical technology and ritual significance Imperial incorporation effects on local economies Funerary archaeology as political expression Interregional trade network reconstruction Material culture analysis of social change Her 2017-2023 publications reveal consistent methodological rigor across geographic contexts, with increasing integration of scientific techniques (ancient DNA, chemical analysis) while maintaining anthropological frameworks. Andean studies dominate early work, with Italian projects gaining prominence after 2018, reflecting strategic comparative development. As co-director of the San Giuliano Archaeological Research Project, Dr. Zori leads undergraduate fieldwork at a medieval castle complex, providing primary research experience in excavation methodology and material analysis. This Baylor study abroad program serves as both research platform and pedagogical innovation. The San Giuliano project operates as an international collaborative effort involving Baylor undergraduates, Italian scholars, and specialists in ceramic/glass analysis, focusing on long-term cultural transitions from Etruscan urbanism through medieval fortification systems.

Jörg Zedlerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cultural History
• Diplomatic History
• Funeral Ceremonies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jörg Zedler is a Senior Academic Councillor and Associate Professor at the Chair of Bavarian Regional History within the Institute of History at the University of Regensburg's Faculty of Philosophy, Arts, History and Social Sciences. Since 2023, he has held the title of apl. Professor, and during the academic years 2023/24-2024/25, he serves as Acting Professor for Modern History at LMU Munich. His research focuses on cultural history from the 18th to 21st centuries, with special emphasis on funeral ceremonies, diplomatic history of the 19th and 20th centuries, Catholicism research, Bavarian-Italian relations, and early 18th century travel research. His work frequently bridges regional Bavarian history with broader European contexts, particularly examining connections between Bavaria and Italy/Belgium. His major publications include "Useful Corpses. Monarch Burials in Bavaria and Belgium (1825–1935)" (2022) and "Bavaria and the Vatican. A political biography of the last Bavarian ambassador to the Holy See, Otto von Ritter (1909–1934)" (2013). Recent scholarly output shows a strong focus on Bavarian-Vatican relations, royal funeral ceremonies, diplomatic history, and transnational cultural transfers. Member of the Gesellschaft der Münchner Landeshistoriker Member of the Historischer Verein für Oberpfalz und Regensburg His teaching encompasses Bavarian regional history, covering topics from early modern imperial church politics through princely travels of the 16th-18th centuries to tourism history, environmental and protest history of the 20th-21st centuries, and Jewish history. His methodological approach combines cultural, social, political event, and environmental history perspectives, often placing specifically Bavarian regional historical questions within larger national, European comparative, and smaller regional contexts.