جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ann D. Braudeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• American Religious History
• Women's Studies in Religion
• Spiritualism and Women's Rights
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Ann D. Braude is a Senior Lecturer on American Religious History and Director of the Women's Studies in Religion Program at Harvard Divinity School (HDS), affiliated with Harvard University. She joined HDS in 1998 after roles at Carleton College and Macalester College. Her work emphasizes inclusive religious narratives, particularly exploring intersections of gender, spirituality, and social movements. Key research areas include 19th-century Spiritualism, Indigenous religious perspectives, and modern abstract art's relationship to spirituality. Braude holds an AB from Vassar College, MA from the University of Chicago, and PhD from Yale University. Her research has produced influential works like Radical Spirits (2008) and Sisters and Saints (2007), which examine women's roles in shaping religious history. She organized pivotal conferences such as the 2005 celebration of women at HDS and curated the bicentennial exhibition Faces of Divinity (2016). Her current projects include studying gender dynamics in abstract painting and Native American religious frameworks through a biennial speakers series. Braude’s courses focus on American religious history, feminist theology, and Indigenous religious studies. Her articles and public engagement reflect a commitment to bridging academic research with broader societal conversations about religion, gender, and culture. She maintains active roles in both Harvard Divinity School and the broader academic community, contributing to interdisciplinary dialogues on pluralism and religious diversity.

Kendrick Oliverمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History of 20th century science
• Scientific cosmology
• Space history
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Professor Kendrick Oliver is a faculty member in the Department of History at the University of Southampton, holding the rank of Professor of American History. His research focuses on 20th-century American political, social, and cultural responses to existential questions, with emphasis on scientific cosmology, space history, communication technology, evangelical religious history, and the Vietnam War. He has served as Head of the Department of History from 2018 to 2022 and contributed to founding the Historians of the Twentieth Century United States organization (2000s). Current research examines the social and cultural history of the Big Bang theory, supported by grants from the American Philosophical Society and others. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate modules on McCarthyism, the Space Age, and America's global role since 1945, alongside a master's-level course on conspiracies and paranoia in American history. He is developing the MA Global Challenges program launching in 2024. Supervision includes four PhD students across history disciplines. Oliver has authored three books, including *The My Lai Massacre in American History and Memory* and *To Touch the Face of God: the Sacred, the Profane and the American Space Program, 1957-75*. His scholarship bridges science and religion, analyzing topics like prison ministry origins, cosmic microwave background discovery narratives, and evangelical globalization. Oliver’s work frequently intersects with broader themes of memory, technology, and Cold War context.

Ju Hui Judy Hanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cultural Geography
• Gender Studies
• Queer Politics
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Ju Hui Judy Han is an Associate Professor in Gender Studies at the University of California, Los Angeles, with additional affiliations at the Center for Korean Studies, Center for the Study of Women, and Asia Pacific Center. Her office is located in 1117 Rolfe Hall at UCLA. As a cultural geographer, Professor Han is committed to building critical and transnational conversations concerning gender, sexuality, and activism, regularly contributing to community-based projects and public events both on campus and beyond. Professor Han received her Ph.D. in Geography from UC Berkeley and her B.A. in English and Women's Studies from UC Berkeley. Her educational background bridges humanities and social sciences, providing a strong foundation for her interdisciplinary research. Her research interests span (Im)mobilities, Religion and difference, conservatism, LGBTQ/queer politics and activism, Comics and graphic novels, Korean studies, and Cultural geography. Professor Han approaches these topics through a critical lens that emphasizes transnational perspectives, particularly focusing on South Korea and the Korean diaspora. Her work often examines how power operates through spatial arrangements and how marginalized communities navigate and resist dominant structures. She has developed innovative approaches to studying activism through comics and graphic nonfiction, creating accessible yet theoretically rich analyses of complex social phenomena. Professor Han's publications reveal consistent engagement with queer politics in South Korea, religious movements, and transnational activism. Her work shows a progression from analyzing specific case studies to developing broader theoretical frameworks about resistance, solidarity, and spatial politics. The recurring themes across her publications include the intersection of religion and queer politics, the spatial dimensions of activism, and the transnational connections between social movements. UCLA Center for the Study of Women/Barbra Streisand Center, inaugural Barbra Streisand Fellowship on Truth in the Public Sphere Podcast Support Grant, University of California Humanities Research Institute (UCHRI), 2021-22 Society of Hellman Fellows Award, UCLA, 2021-22 UCLA Faculty Career Development Award, 2018-2019 Co-Applicant, 'Protesting Publics in South Korea,' SSHRC Insight Grant (PI: Jennifer Jihye Chun), 2015-2020 Co-Investigator, 'Urban Aspirations in Seoul: Religion and Megacities in Comparative Studies,' Max Planck Institute, 2011-2017 Professor Han actively contributes to public discourse through media appearances and community engagement. She has received significant research funding supporting her work on South Korean protest movements and urban religious dynamics. Her teaching portfolio is diverse, including the Gender Studies undergraduate core class on power (102), senior capstone seminars (187), elective courses on transnational feminist politics (131) and comics and graphic nonfiction (185), as well as graduate seminars on feminist geographies, queer temporalities, and research design.

Clinton E. Arnoldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• New Testament Studies
• Pauline Epistles
• Biblical Backgrounds
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Clinton E. Arnold is a Research Professor of New Testament and former Dean of Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. He specializes in New Testament studies, particularly the letters of Paul and the Acts of the Apostles, with a focus on historical and cultural contexts. Arnold is renowned for editing the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary and authoring works like Powers of Darkness and The Colossian Syncretism . He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Aberdeen and has published extensively in journals such as New Testament Studies and Journal for the Study of the New Testament . Education: Ph.D., University of Aberdeen; M.Div., Talbot Theological Seminary; B.A., Biola University. His research interests include early Christian practices, spiritual warfare, and biblical exegesis. He served as President of the Evangelical Theological Society (2011) and contributes to translation oversight for the ESV. Arnold’s work bridges academic rigor and pastoral application, emphasizing the relevance of biblical scholarship for contemporary faith communities. He has led Talbot’s extension programs in Kyiv and New York and advocates for the inerrancy of Scripture. His writings often address theological challenges in modern contexts, such as mental health, biblical authority, and missional theology. Awards include leadership roles in major theological societies and recognition for editorial contributions to biblical resources. His legacy includes shaping evangelical scholarship through commentaries, teaching, and mentoring future theologians.

Marwa Elshakryمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• History of Science
• Technology History
• Medicine History
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Marwa Elshakry is an Associate Professor at Columbia University, specializing in the history of science, technology, and medicine in the modern Middle East. Her research bridges cultural and intellectual history with the study of scientific exchange and adaptation. Ph.D. — Princeton University (2003) M.A. — Princeton University (1997) B.A. — Rutgers University (1995) Her work critically examines the cultural politics of scientific translation, the role of religion in shaping scientific discourse, and the transnational movement of ideas. She has published extensively on topics like Darwinism in Arabic, the intersection of science and scripture, and the colonial dynamics of scientific knowledge transfer. Marwa's publications highlight themes such as the historiographical challenges of mapping science's global journey, the theological interpretations of scientific concepts in Islamic contexts, and the impact of missionary activities on scientific education in the Ottoman Empire. Her scholarship underscores the agency of non-Western actors in recontextualizing scientific knowledge.

Rakesh Peter-Dassمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Religion and Society
• World Religions
• Business and Religion
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Rakesh Peter-Dass serves as Associate Professor of Religion at Hope College, where he has been teaching since 2016. His academic journey spans multiple prestigious institutions including Harvard University, Yale University, and the University of Oxford, where he earned advanced degrees in theology, divinity, and business administration. His research focuses on the complex intersections of religion with business, language, law, and politics, particularly in the South Asian context. Dr. Peter-Dass examines how religious identities are shaped through linguistic choices, legal frameworks, and socio-political dynamics, with special attention to Hindu-Christian relations and religious rights. His work bridges theological scholarship with practical applications in interfaith dialogue and religious freedom advocacy. His publications reveal a consistent focus on South Asian religious contexts, particularly examining Hindi Christian literature, Hindu nationalism, and comparative theological approaches between Hindu and Christian traditions. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between religious studies, political science, linguistics, and legal studies, with significant contributions to understanding religious rights in both Indian and American Supreme Court contexts. Among his notable honors are the Saïd Foundation Scholarship from Oxford University, multiple Harvard University fellowships, and the Selva J. Raj Endowed International Dissertation Research Fellowship from the American Academy of Religion. His teaching excellence has been recognized through Harvard University's Certificate of Distinction in Teaching. Dr. Peter-Dass has served in significant professional capacities including as Co-Chair of the Theology and Religious Reflection Unit at the American Academy of Religion (2018-2023) and on the Editorial Board of the Hindi Theological Literature Committee in India (2011-2015). His extensive consulting work with international development agencies, intergovernmental organizations, and religious bodies demonstrates his commitment to applying academic research to real-world religious and social challenges.

Daryn Henryمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Religious History
• American Religions
• Christian Theology
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Daryn Henry is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Virginia . His research focuses on the Religious History of the Americas, examining how Christian communities (Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox, Pentecostal) interact with modern/postmodern cultures. He holds a PhD from Boston College (2016), an MAR from Yale University (2009), and a BA from the University of Western Ontario (2007). Key research interests include enchanted modernity in 19th/20th century Evangelicalism, theological discourses on the Holy Spirit, and intersections between religion and contemporary culture. His books include AB Simpson and the Making of Modern Evangelicalism (2019) and The Freedom of God: A Study in the Pneumatology of Robert Jenson (2018). Publications reflect expertise in historiography, religious movements, and theological analysis. Awards include the UVA Undergrad Research Advisor Grant and Boston College Teaching Excellence Award . He teaches courses such as American Religious Historiography and Christian Nationalism . Grants include support from the UVA Dean’s Office and Boston College Summer Session. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary religious praxis, emphasizing interdisciplinary engagement with cultural, philosophical, and scientific dimensions of faith.

Pamela Klassenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Anthropology of religion
• Global Christianities
• Religion, culture & politics
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Pamela Klassen is Professor and Chair in the Department for the Study of Religion at the University of Toronto, cross-appointed to Anthropology. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and has held distinguished positions including William Lyon Mackenzie King Chair at Harvard University and Distinguished Visiting Professor at the University of Tübingen. Professor Klassen's research focuses on the anthropology of religion with particular attention to: Colonialism, treaties, and public memory in North America and Turtle Island Global Christianities and their relationship to Indigenous lands Religion, ritual, and museum studies Digital humanities approaches to religious history Gender, spirituality, and religious authority Her scholarly work demonstrates a consistent engagement with how religion shapes and is shaped by colonial histories, public memory, and contemporary political struggles. Klassen's research bridges academic inquiry with public-facing projects that collaborate with Indigenous communities, particularly the Rainy River First Nations. Among her notable awards are the American Academy of Religion Award of Excellence (2012), the Northrop Frye Award of Excellence (2015), and the Anneliese Maier Research Award from the Humboldt Foundation (2015-2020). She was elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada in 2019. Professor Klassen actively mentors graduate students and has supervised numerous PhD candidates working at the intersection of religious studies, anthropology, and Indigenous studies. Her current research includes a book on the public memory of gold rushes in settler colonies and ongoing collaborative work with the Kay-Nah-Chi-Wah-Nung Historical Centre. She leads several major collaborative projects including "Kiinawin Kawindomowin Story Nations," a digital storytelling initiative focused on restorying colonial documents about Manidoo Ziibi (Rainy River), and "Treaty Conversations," an educational resource about treaty relationships in Ontario.

Sonia Hazardمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• American Religious History
• Media Studies
• Material Culture
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Dr. Sonia Hazard is an Assistant Professor of Religion at Florida State University, specializing in American religious history with a focus on media, material texts, and new materialisms. Her research examines the intersection of religion and print media in 19th-century U.S., including publisher’s bindings, evangelical publishing practices, and Indigenous media strategies. She co-directs the More-than-human Religion initiative and has been supported by fellowships such as the National Humanities Center. Her academic contributions include the forthcoming book Empire of Print: Evangelical Power in an Age of Mass Media (Oxford UP, 2025) and the manuscript Makers of the Sensible , exploring the American Tract Society’s role in shaping religious discourse. Notable articles analyze Cherokee printers’ use of Christian tracts during removal crises and Mormon origins through material sacred objects. Hazard’s awards include the Fredson Bowers Memorial Award and the Pollock Award. She has guest-edited special issues on material texts and religion for Textual Cultures and Material Religion . Her work bridges archival research with theoretical frameworks in material culture and media studies.

• Systematic Theology
• Historical Theology
• Baptist Movement History
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Stephen Holmes serves as Senior Lecturer in Theology at the University of St Andrews' School of Divinity, where he has established himself as a prominent scholar in historical and systematic theology with particular expertise in Baptist and Reformed traditions. His academic profile demonstrates significant engagement with the Centre for Higher Education Research and active participation in postgraduate supervision, with 14 supervised works documented in his profile. Holmes maintains professional connections with numerous religious organizations including the Baptist World Alliance (2025-2030) and the European Baptist Federation (2023-2028). Dr. Holmes' research interests span systematic and historical theology, with a particular focus on the development of Reformed and Baptist theological traditions from the sixteenth to nineteenth centuries. His work centers on the history of the doctrine of God, especially Trinitarian thought, while also extending into practical theology, philosophical theology, and patristics. Current research directions include seventeenth-century General Baptists (particularly Matthew Caffyn), eighteenth-century Particular Baptists (including editing Andrew Fuller's sermons), constructive Trinitarian theology, and methodological approaches to systematic theology using the extent of atonement as a test case. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on Baptist identity, ecclesiology, and historical theological development, with increasing attention to contemporary applications of traditional doctrines in digital contexts (as evidenced by his 2023 article on online Eucharist). His scholarship demonstrates deep engagement with primary historical sources, including recent deciphering of Andrew Fuller's shorthand sermons, and maintains relevance to current theological debates about gender, ministry, and sacramental practice. Chair of Theology and Public Policy Advisory Committee of the Evangelical Alliance (2007) Member of Doctrine and Worship Committee, Baptist Union of Great Britain (2004) As an academic supervisor, Holmes has guided 14 postgraduate research projects, including doctoral work on Ukrainian Baptist ecclesiology. His external consultancy work demonstrates significant impact beyond academia, serving Christian denominations and charitable organizations including the British and Foreign Bible Society, Evangelical Alliance, Baptist Union of Great Britain, and Churches Together in Great Britain and Ireland. He has secured research funding from notable sources including The Russell Trust and John Templeton Foundation for projects on Andrew Fuller's shorthand sermons and the Encyclopedia of Theology. Dr. Holmes maintains active scholarly networks through the Centre for Higher Education Research at St Andrews and participates in international theological discourse through organizations like the Baptist World Alliance and European Baptist Federation, contributing to both academic and practical theological conversations through invited talks, conference presentations, and editorial work.

Gastón Espinosaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Religions
• Religion & Politics
• Religion & Civil Rights
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Gastón Espinosa is the Arthur V. Stoughton Professor of Religious Studies at Claremont McKenna College, a leading scholar in the study of Latino religions, religion and politics, and American religious movements. He has held prestigious visiting positions, including as a Visiting Scholar in the Department of Politics at Princeton University and Distinguished Visiting Professor at the University of Münster, Germany. His leadership extends across the Claremont Colleges, where he chaired the Religious Studies Department and the intercollegiate Religious Studies Program. Education: Ph.D., University of California, Santa Barbara Master's, Harvard University Master's, Princeton Theological Seminary Fellow, Dartmouth College His research focuses on American Religions , Latino Religions , Religion and Politics , Pentecostal/Charismatic Movements , and Religion and Civil Rights . He has pioneered large-scale national survey research on Latino religious and political life, directing eight major surveys since 1998, including the landmark Hispanic Churches in American Public Life study funded by The Pew Charitable Trusts. His work bridges theology, sociology, and political science, with a strong emphasis on civic engagement and social justice. His publications reveal a consistent focus on the intersection of faith, identity, and power. From studies on William J. Seymour and the origins of Pentecostalism to analyses of Latino Muslims and the religious dynamics of presidential elections, his scholarship explores how religion shapes public life, particularly within marginalized communities. His books, published by Harvard, Duke, Oxford, and Columbia University Presses, are foundational in the field. Scientific Awards and Honors: National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Fellowship Dartmouth College César Chávez Dissertation Fellowship Princeton Woodrow Wilson Charlotte W. Newcombe Fellowship Yale Pew Program Summer Fellowship Huggins-Quarles Award (OAH) California Council for the Humanities Grant UC Santa Barbara Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award Gould Center Grant Distinguished Visiting Professor, Münster University Espinosa has secured significant research funding and directed major projects, including a $1.3 million Pew-funded initiative and the ongoing Latino Religions and Politics National Survey . He has advised or mentored numerous students, though specific names are not listed. His influence extends through public scholarship, with over 200 presentations at institutions like Harvard, Yale, and the BBC, and frequent citations in major media such as the Los Angeles Times and NPR . He is currently finalizing a new book, Latino Religions and Politics in American Public Life , and serves as co-editor of The Columbia University Press Series in Religion and Politics , shaping the next generation of scholarship in the field.

Margaret Tillmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Modern Chinese History
• Childhood Studies
• Education History
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Margaret Tillman serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Purdue University, specializing in modern Chinese history with emphasis on childhood studies, gender dynamics, and transnational educational movements during the 20th and 21st centuries. Educational Background: Ph.D. in Chinese History, University of California, Berkeley B.A. in English, University of California, Berkeley Dr. Tillman's research investigates cross-cultural contestations over identity formation and knowledge production in China. Her monograph, Raising China’s Revolutionaries , examines child welfare as a lens for modernization and nationalism. Current projects include Tested , analyzing Chinese youth responses to educational testing reforms and the transnational development of educational psychology during wartime. Her work bridges historical analysis with anthropology and gender studies to reveal how global influences shaped Chinese societal transformations. Analysis of her recent publications indicates sustained focus on childhood mobilization, gender in revolutionary contexts, missionary activities, and educational reform. These studies demonstrate interdisciplinary rigor connecting history with public health, visual culture, and transnational policy transfer, highlighting China's complex negotiation of modernity through everyday institutions like schools and family life. Scientific awards and grants include: American Council of Learned Societies Grant Taiwan Fulbright Fellowship Dr. Tillman teaches East Asian history courses and contributes to Purdue's Cornerstone Integrated Liberal Arts program. Her research grants indicate leadership in securing external funding for innovative historical projects examining China's integration into global systems through the lens of childhood and education.

• Theology
• Practical Theology
• Religious Sociology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maija Penttilä is a University Lecturer at the Faculty of Theology, University of Helsinki, specializing in Practical Theology. Her work addresses Russian-speaking religious communities in Finland, focusing on Orthodox Christianity, migration dynamics, and transnational religious practices. Research Focus: Orthodox Christianity, Russian-speaking Diaspora, Religious Sociology, Post-Soviet Migration Projects: Meaningful Deathscapes (2024-2028), Religious Cross-borderness of Russian-speaking Population (2019-2021) Her recent publications analyze religious identity construction, wartime impacts on faith communities, and the interplay between cultural heritage and conversion among Finnish Russian speakers. She contributes to journals like Journal of Orthodox Christian Studies and Religion, State and Society . Penttilä actively participates in theological conferences, including the Annual Aleksanteri Conference and Nordic Conference for the Sociology of Religion. She serves as a peer reviewer for journals such as Ortodoksia and Approaching Religion , and supervises doctoral research in theology.

Avraham Doronمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Modern History
• German Political Philosophy
• Nationalism
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Avraham Doron is an Associate Professor at the General History Department, Bar-Ilan University . Specializing in Modern History , his research focuses on German political philosophy, nationalism, colonialism, and Jewish identity formation. Key research areas include: German political thought (18th-20th centuries) Racial theory and its historical applications Colonialism's impact on Jewish communities Religious nationalism in European contexts Recent publications analyze: 2025 article on German colonization in China; 2024 work on Prussian Conservative nationalism; 2023-2022 studies of colonial 'Othering' and racial identity; 2019-2021 research on German religious movements' national influence. Scientific achievements include: ISF Research Grants (2022-2025, 2017-2020) Yigal Alon Fellowship (2009-2012) Oxford University Fellowship (2016) Excellent Teacher Award (2012-2013) His scholarship bridges German history, Jewish studies, and colonial discourse analysis, with particular emphasis on the intersection of religion, race, and national identity formation.

• Korean history
• Choson Korea
• Confucian statecraft
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anders Karlsson is a distinguished scholar of Korean history at SOAS University of London, where he has been a faculty member since 2000. He is affiliated with the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics and the Centre of Korean Studies. His academic career has established him as a leading Western expert on Choson Korea (1392-1910), with particular expertise in legal history, statecraft, and social institutions of the period. Dr. Karlsson received his PhD in Korean history from Stockholm University in 2000 with a dissertation on the Hong Kyongnae Rebellion, which erupted in the North-western part of the Korean peninsula in 1812. His doctoral research established the foundation for his subsequent scholarship on rural society, famine relief, and local administration in late Choson Korea. Dr. Karlsson's research focuses on the social, institutional and intellectual history of Choson Korea. His work explores Confucian statecraft, famine and disaster relief mechanisms, penal law, rural unrest and rebellion, and writing systems. His scholarship is characterized by meticulous archival research and innovative theoretical approaches that bridge historical, legal, and cultural studies perspectives. He has made significant contributions to understanding how law functioned as an instrument of statecraft in premodern Korea, particularly examining the relationship between legal theory and practice, and how social status influenced legal outcomes. His publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from early work on peasant rebellions to increasingly sophisticated analyses of legal and administrative systems. The most recent fifteen years of his scholarship show a pronounced focus on legal history, with particular attention to how Confucian ideology shaped legal development and implementation. His articles reveal expertise in analyzing primary sources in Korean, Chinese, and Swedish, reflecting his unique position as a European scholar deeply immersed in East Asian historical materials. Dr. Karlsson has supervised numerous doctoral students working on Korean history topics, including: Lee H. - "The effect of the genre-based approach on KFL advanced learners' writing and reading" Jang H.J. - "Exploring the Development of Intercultural Competence of University Students Majoring in Korean" Kilkelly P. - "Mainstream culture and the inculturation of Catholicism in late Chosŏn Korea" Choi Y.-C. - "A History of Protestant theory of liberty in Korea, 1886-1917" Jin S.P. - "Korean neutralisation attempts (1882-1907): retracing the struggle for survival and imperial intrigues" Verdier-Shin M.-L. - "Contextualised mission: the South Korean evangelical response to the humanitarian crisis in North Korea (1995-2012)" Song S.K. - "Intellectuals and the state: the resilience and decline of Neo-Confucianism as state ideology in Joseon Korea" At SOAS, Dr. Karlsson teaches courses on Korean history, contemporary Korean culture and society, and Chinese characters (Hanja) as they are used in Korean. His teaching reflects his deep engagement with both historical and contemporary aspects of Korean studies, providing students with comprehensive perspectives on Korean civilization. He also maintains a significant profile as a literary translator, having translated Korean novels into Swedish for 25 years, including recent works by Han Kang, the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature laureate.