جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Peyvand Firouzehمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Islamic Art
• Medieval and Early Modern Architecture
• Material Cultures of Sufism
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Peyvand Firouzeh is a Senior Lecturer in Islamic Art History at the University of Sydney, specializing in medieval and early modern Islamic art and architecture. She holds a BA and MA from the University of Art in Tehran and a MPhil/PhD from the University of Cambridge (Camb.). Her research focuses on Sufi material cultures, Indian Ocean artistic exchanges, and the intersection of art with politics and religion in the Islamic world. She is a member of the Vere Gordon Childe Centre and affiliated with the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Sydney Asian Art Series. Dr. Firouzeh’s current projects include a monograph on Ne’matullahi shrines (Indiana UP, 2025) and a DECRA-funded study on fifteenth-century Deccan art networks. Her teaching emphasizes object-based learning, addressing contemporary issues like cultural heritage restitution and Islamophobia. She has received major grants from the Australian Research Council, Getty Foundation, and British Museum. Key Awards: DECRA (2023–2026), Getty Scholar Grant (2022–2023), Sydney Teaching Excellence Award (2022) Research Groups: Association for the Study of Persianate Societies, Power Institute’s Sydney Asian Art Series

Hanno Sauerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Normative Ethics
• Metaethics
• Moral Psychology
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Dr. Hanno Sauer is an Associate Professor at Utrecht University's Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, affiliated with the Ethics Institute. His research focuses on normative ethics, metaethics, and moral psychology, with particular attention to moral cognition, debunking arguments, and the nature of moral progress. He leads the ERC-funded project 'The Enemy of the Good: Towards a Theory of Moral Progress' (PROGRESS, 2019–2024). Sauer has authored books on moral judgment, intuition, and moral progress. His work bridges philosophy, cognitive science, and empirical ethics. He has presented widely at international conferences and universities, addressing topics such as moral disagreement, dual-process models, and the role of emotions in moral judgment. Research interests include the psychological foundations of moral cognition, epistemology of moral judgment, and the mechanisms of moral evolution. He critiques dual-process theories and advocates for a moderate rationalist view of moral reasoning. Sauer's recent publications explore moral progress, moral intuitionism, and the ethical implications of cognitive biases like the Knobe Effect.

Fahmida Sulemanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Islamic Iconography
• Shi‘i Material Culture
• Textiles and Jewellery from the Middle East and Central Asia
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Fahmida Suleman is Senior Curator of Islamic Art & Culture at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) and holds a non-budgetary cross-appointment as Associate Professor at the University of Toronto (Department of Near and Middle East Civilizations and Art History). She specializes in medieval and contemporary Islamic art, with a focus on the Fatimid period , Shi‘i material culture , and Islamic iconography , particularly textiles and jewelry from the Middle East and Central Asia. Education : DPhil and MSt in Islamic Art & Archaeology from the University of Oxford; BA Hons in Islamic and Religious Studies from the University of Toronto. Her research integrates fieldwork on female silversmithing traditions in Oman and exhibitions like Being and Belonging (2023–2024), Picnics and Pastimes (2024–2025), and the forthcoming The Indian Ocean: Monsoon Worlds (2026). She co-founded the Islamic Art and Material Culture Collaborative (IAMCC) to promote interdisciplinary research and curated the Albukhary Foundation Gallery of the Islamic World at the British Museum. Her work bridges medieval Islamic art with modern diasporic narratives, emphasizing marginalized voices and cultural preservation. At the University of Toronto, she teaches courses on curating Islamic material culture and Islamic iconography . She is currently documenting the Widad Kawar Collection of Arab Dress and Heritage Arts and exploring food and hospitality cultures in the Middle East through material culture.

• Religiosity of Estonians in history
• Contemporary religious trends
• Non-Christian religions
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Lea Altnurme (born December 23, 1968) is an Associate Professor of Sociology of Religion at the University of Tartu, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, School of Theology and Religious Studies. She has been affiliated with the University of Tartu since 1995, holding various research and teaching positions including Senior Research Fellow in Sociology of Religion (2016-2020) and Senior Research Fellow in Religion Studies (2011-2016). Dr. Altnurme earned her Doctor's Degree in 2006 from the University of Tartu with a dissertation titled 'Kristlusest oma usuni' (From Christianity to Own Belief), supervised by Tarmo Kulmar and Ülo Valk. Her educational background includes a degree in History from the University of Tartu (1994, cum laude) and a Master of Theology (1997). Her primary research interests focus on the religiosity of Estonians throughout history and in contemporary society, with particular expertise in non-Christian religions, esotericism, religious individualization, and the marginalization of Christianity in Estonia. Her work examines how religious traditions transform in modern society, especially within Estonian context. Dr. Altnurme's publications reveal a strong focus on contemporary religious trends in Estonia, particularly the rise of new spiritualities, esoteric practices, and nature-based religious expressions. Her recent work (2020-2025) explores topics including nature worship, shamanic traditions, ayahuasca communities, religious healing, and the complex relationship between institutional and vernacular religious expressions in post-secular Estonia. 2006: The expert commission of social sciences of Estonian Science Foundation acknowledged her project 'Religious Life in Estonia in the Second Half of the 20th Century' She is an active member of the Estonian academic community, serving as a member of the Estonian Society for the Study of Religions (and board member from 2006-2010) and the Estonian Society of Academic Theology (serving as secretary from 1999-2001 and 2003-2006). Her research contributes significantly to understanding the complex religious landscape of contemporary Estonia and its historical development.

Anne-Sophie Noelمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Greek Tragedy
• Cognitive Psychology
• Postcolonialism
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Anne-Sophie Noel is a Lecturer in Greek language and literature at École Normale Supérieure de Lyon since 2018, with a focus on Greek theatre , cognitive approaches to tragedy , and material culture . She serves as a Junior member of the Institut Universitaire de France (2023–2028) and holds leadership roles in the InSpectA and KINSPECTA research projects. Research Themes : Materiality in Greek drama (tragic objects, prosthetics, textiles) Cognitive science intersections (audience empathy, kinesthetic resonance) Postcolonial and ecocritical readings of classical texts Academic Leadership : Co-head of Master in Ancient Worlds (2023–2024) Coordinator of sub-axis B3: 'Reception of past cultures' (2021–2025) Member of HiSoMA Laboratory Council and Scientific Council Her scientific awards include: Institut Universitaire de France (IUF) Junior membership (2023–2028) Eighth section of the CNU: Elected member (substitute) (2024–2028) Notable research collaborations include: Theatre practice and interpersonal synchronization (2024, Frontiers in Human Neuroscience) Co-edited special issues on ancient object life (2024, Cahiers du Théâtre Antique) Contributions to cognitive studies in Greek tragedy (OUP, Routledge)

Alessandra Maria Paola Broccoliniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cultural Anthropology
• Intangible Cultural Heritage
• Museology
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Alessandra Maria Paola Broccolini is an Associate Professor at the Department of Social and Economic Sciences (DISSE), Sapienza University of Rome. She specializes in cultural anthropology, with a focus on intangible cultural heritage, ecomuseums, and urban/rural territorial studies. Since 2016, she has led the Italian Society for Museography and Demo-Ethno-Anthropological Assets (SIMBDEA) and coordinates national research projects like PRIN 2022 on local museums and PRIN 2020 on marginal Italian territories. Current affiliations: Sapienza University of Rome, Ecole Française de Rome [2021-2026] Research themes: Identity politics, festivals/rituals, traditional knowledge, migration-heritage intersections Key projects: Ecomuseo Casilino Ad Duas Lauros, UNESCO cultural heritage nominations Fieldwork: 5-year study in Naples' Pallonetto district (1994-1999), Bolsena Lake fisheries, Irpinia carnivals Collaborations: ICCD, Regione Lazio, Universidad de Huancayo (Peru) Her publications address heritage regimes in Italy, UNESCO's 2003 Convention implementation, and ethnographic case studies on Mediterranean festivals, urban ecomuseums, and agricultural biodiversity. She teaches Cultural Anthropology and Anthropology of Territory at Sapienza's Faculty of Political Science, Sociology, and Communication.

• Islamic Studies
• South Asian Religions
• Middle Eastern Religions
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Anna Bigelow is an Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Director of Graduate Studies at Stanford University. Her research focuses on Islamic Studies, South Asian and Middle Eastern Religions, emphasizing material culture and sacred spaces. She holds a BA from Smith College, MA from Columbia University, and PhD from UC Santa Barbara. Current projects include a comparative study of shared sacred sites in India and Turkey, exploring secularism's intersection with religious practices. Her notable works include Sharing the Sacred: Practicing Pluralism in Muslim North India (2010) and Islam through Objects (2021). She co-edited a special issue on Material Islam for the journal MAVCOR . Her research has been supported by the Carnegie Scholars Program and the Social Science Research Council. Bigelow advises graduate students on contemporary topics like Muslim minority populations, sacred space, and secularism. She emphasizes interdisciplinary methods combining ethnography, archival work, and cultural analysis. She collaborates with the Abbasi Program in Islamic Studies and the Center for South Asia at Stanford. Her articles analyze themes such as material religion, Sufi shrines, and postcolonial identities. She actively critiques the academic job market’s challenges, advising applicants to consider program fit and financial realities.

Vimalin Rujivacharakulمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Architectural History
• Historiography
• Material Culture
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Associate Professor Vimalin Rujivacharakul holds dual affiliations at the University of Delaware (College of Arts & Sciences, Art History Department) and Tsinghua University (School of Architecture as 2021-2024 Visiting Professor). A Clare Hall lifetime fellow at University of Cambridge, her work bridges architectural history with material culture studies. She leads international collaborations on preservation of vernacular architecture in China and transnational aesthetics research funded by the Terra Foundation. Education: PhD from UC Berkeley in architectural history, intellectual history, and cultural anthropology Research focuses on cartographic history (16th-18th c.), global collecting practices, and 20th-century architectural historiography. Recent projects include the Multiple Middles digital exhibition (2022) and the Between Monumental and Vernacular Architecture initiative (2015-present). Supervises PhD students exploring materiality, East Asian trade artifacts, and UNESCO site dynamics. Recipient of prestigious fellowships including the Getty Research Institute, Mellon Foundation, and Terra Foundation grants. Current projects include a global architectural history (interwar period) and anthology on vernacular architecture & Orientalism.

Daniel Millerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Anthropology
• Social Media
• Smartphones
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Professor Daniel Miller is a leading anthropologist at University College London (UCL), specializing in digital anthropology and material culture. He directs the Centre for Digital Anthropology and teaches the MSc in Digital Anthropology. His groundbreaking research on social media and smartphones has produced extensive comparative studies across nine countries through projects like Why We Post and The Anthropology of Smartphones and Smart Ageing (ASSA). PhD in Anthropology and Archaeology from Cambridge University (1983) Pioneered global ethnographic studies on digital media's societal impact Miller's research examines how technology shapes everyday life, with particular focus on smartphones, digital health (mHealth), and transnational relationships. His work bridges anthropology with philosophy, exploring concepts like eudaimonia (the good life) through ethnographic storytelling. His publications explore digital media's role in reconfiguring family dynamics, communication, and material culture. Recent projects include analyzing color and print trends in Western fashion, and investigating how digital technologies mediate relationships in diverse cultural contexts. Miller contributes to public anthropology through accessible writing and open-access scholarship, with his work receiving over 1.8 million downloads. His ethnographic approach combines academic rigor with narrative empathy, making complex social phenomena relatable.

Travis Zadehمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Religious Studies
• Islamic Studies
• Qur’anic studies
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Travis Zadeh is a Professor and Chair of Religious Studies at Yale University, and Chair of the Council on Middle East Studies. He holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from Harvard University, following an A.M. and B.A. from Middlebury College. His research bridges early Mediterranean/West Asian religions and Islamic studies, focusing on the interplay between science, magic, law, and religion. Key interests include encyclopedism, cosmography, Arabic/Persian intellectual cultures, and the history of the book. Zadeh’s work examines how translation, geography, and textual interpretation shaped medieval Islamic empires. His landmark publications include Mapping Frontiers across Medieval Islam (2011), The Vernacular Qurʾan (2012), and Wonders and Rarities (2023). He has been awarded Fulbright grants, a Mellon Fellowship, and a Guggenheim Fellowship. Research Themes : Qur’anic Studies, Occult Sciences, Medieval Intellectual History, Sacred Geography, Translation Theories Recent Focus : Marvelous natural histories, pre-modern cosmographies, and the socio-political role of textual transmission Zadeh’s scholarship emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending textual analysis with material culture studies. His current projects explore the codicological dimensions of medieval Arabic/Persian manuscripts and the digital humanities’ impact on Islamic studies.

• Antisemitism studies
• Anti-Americanism research
• Sociology of religion
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Professor Heiko Beyer holds a chair position at the Department of Sociology IV within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and Social Sciences at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf. His academic work spans multiple domains of contemporary sociological inquiry with particular emphasis on prejudice studies, political sociology, and the sociology of religion. Beyer maintains an active research profile with numerous publications in leading sociological journals and serves as principal investigator for several major research projects funded by prestigious German research institutions. Professor Beyer's research interests form a cohesive body of work examining various dimensions of social prejudice and political attitudes. His scholarship demonstrates particular expertise in antisemitism studies, where he has developed innovative methodological approaches to measuring contemporary manifestations of anti-Jewish sentiment. His work also explores anti-Americanism as a comparative framework for understanding prejudice, examining the "elective affinities" between different forms of resentment. Additional research areas include the sociology of social movements, the intersection of religion and politics in Europe, and human rights implementation in diverse social contexts. Beyer's methodological approach combines quantitative survey research with qualitative analysis, often employing experimental designs to uncover the social context dependence of prejudicial attitudes. An analysis of Professor Beyer's recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated examinations of antisemitism in contemporary Germany. His work has evolved from theoretical examinations of antisemitism's historical development to nuanced empirical studies capturing its current manifestations across different social milieus. A distinctive feature of his recent scholarship is the examination of how global events, particularly conflicts in the Middle East, create "spaces of opportunity" for antisemitic expressions. He has also pioneered research on the relationship between political Islam and Jewish experiences in Germany, producing some of the first systematic studies on how radical Islamic ideologies impact Jewish life. His methodological contributions include developing new antisemitism scales and employing factorial survey experiments to measure latent attitudes. Professor Beyer currently leads three major research projects: "Antisemitism in the General Population of North Rhine-Westphalia" (funded by the State of North Rhine-Westphalia, 2022-2024), "Social Contexts of Equality Practices" (a Heisenberg project funded by the German Research Foundation, 2019-2024), and "The Impact of Radical Islam on Jewish Life in Germany" (funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, 2020-2024). These projects collectively represent significant contributions to understanding prejudice, human rights implementation, and minority experiences in contemporary German society. His research often involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and has practical implications for educational programs combating antisemitism and promoting social equality.

Monica Junejaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global Art History
• Transcultural Studies
• South Asian Art
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Prof. Dr. Monica Juneja is a Senior Professor of Global Art History at Heidelberg University and Co-Director of the Cluster of Excellence 'Asia and Europe in a Global Context.' Her research focuses on transcultural art history, South Asian art, and global methodologies. She holds positions at the Heidelberg Center for Transcultural Studies and has taught globally, including at Emory University and the University of Zurich. Key achievements include the Meyer-Struckmann Prize (2023) and the Opus Magnum Award (2020) for her seminal work on globalizing art history. Academic Roles: Full Professor (2009–present), former Chair of Modern European History at University of Delhi (2001–2005) Education: Doctorate in Art History (EHESS Paris, 1985), M.Phil. (University of Delhi, 1978) Research interests emphasize transcultural dynamics, decolonizing methodologies, and the intersection of art with ecology and modernism. Recent lectures include keynote addresses on 'Transcultural Art History as Radical Critique' (Berlin, 2021) and 'Art History and Ecological Imaginaries' (Vienna, 2021). Awards: Over 20 fellowships and honors, including Humboldt and DAAD fellowships Publications: Author of 10+ books and 50+ articles, including 2023's 'Can Art History Be Made Global?' She serves on editorial boards of journals like The Journal of Architecture and co-edits Visual and Media Histories (Routledge). Her work bridges art history with interdisciplinary global studies and museum futures.

• Early Christian Art
• Byzantine Architecture
• Modern Reception of Byzantium
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Dr Niamh Bhalla is an Associate Professor of Art History, Assistant Dean, and Director for Belonging at Northeastern University London since 2018. She previously held roles at The Courtauld Institute of Art and the Victoria and Albert Museum. Her research bridges Early Christian/Byzantine art and architecture with their modern receptions, particularly in 19th-century British Isles architecture. She authored Experiencing the Last Judgement (2021) and Newman University Church, Dublin (2024), with a forthcoming Handbook to the Modern Reception of Byzantium . Education: PhD (History of Byzantine Art, The Courtauld Institute, 2014); MA (History of Classical/Byzantine Art, The Courtauld, 2010); BA (History of Art/Theology, Trinity College Dublin, 2009). Research Interests: Lived experience of Early Christian/Byzantine art, theological symbolism in architecture, and modern reinterpretations of Byzantine heritage. Her work integrates material culture, theology, and architectural historiography. Publications Trends: Focused on Byzantine and Early Christian art, architectural revivalism, and material analysis. Recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending art history with theology, archaeology, and cultural studies. Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD candidate Julie Teal on East of England doom paintings. No grants explicitly listed, but her strategic leadership in DEI initiatives suggests institutional grant engagement. Labs/Teams: No dedicated lab mentioned, but collaborates with institutions like the V&A and Courtauld.

Alan Jamesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Naval History
• Early Modern Warfare
• State Formation
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Dr. Alan James is Reader in International History at King's College London's Department of War Studies, specializing in early modern naval warfare and state formation. His research examines the changing strategic contexts of 16th-18th century Europe with focus on French naval development and imperial expansion. Research interests include: Evolution of Western naval power ideologies (1500-1815) Relationship between military innovation and state formation French absolutism and maritime policy Confessional conflicts and imperial expansion His publications demonstrate consistent focus on French naval history, particularly under Louis XIV and Colbert, with recent works exploring ideological foundations of Western sea power. James serves as trustee of the British Commission for Maritime History and convener of the King's Maritime History Seminar. Honors include a 2022-23 fellowship at the Institute of Advanced Study in Paris.

Will Gloverمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Colonial and post-colonial South Asia
• Urban and architectural history
• Material culture
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Will Glover is a Professor and Chair of the Department of History at the University of Michigan. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley (1999). His research focuses on South Asian colonial/post-colonial urban and cultural history, material culture, and urban-rural dynamics. His recent work examines how urban concepts influenced agrarian spaces in colonial north India, as explored in his forthcoming book Reformatting Agrarian Life (Stanford UP, 2025). He has held leadership roles including Director of the Center for South Asian Studies (2007-09; 2018-19), Associate Director of the International Institute (2009-11), and Director of Graduate Studies (2013-16). Current roles include Department Chair (2024-present). His research spans urban history, colonial architecture, and the interplay between built environments and socio-economic concepts. Notable works include Making Lahore Modern (2008), which won the American Institute of Pakistan Studies Junior Book Award, and articles on census town dynamics and colonial urban planning. Awards: Eisenberg Institute fellowship (2021), Michigan Humanities Award (2016), NEH Senior Fellowship (2011-12), and multiple book/article awards. Advising and grants: Glover has directed major centers and secured significant fellowships. His work often intersects with interdisciplinary initiatives like the International Institute and Sikh Studies programs. Active in shaping graduate education and departmental administration. Research affiliations include the Eisenberg Institute and International Institute. Current projects explore urban concepts' migration into agrarian regions and colonial spatial policies.