جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Floris van den Eijndeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Greek Archaeology
• Ancient History
• Cultural Heritage
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Floris van den Eijnde is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Department of History and Art History, specializing in Ancient History and Greek Archaeology. He leads research groups like Sacrality and the Greek Polis and directs the Thorikos Fieldwork Project in Greece. His work focuses on state formation, cultural interaction, and the role of sanctuaries in premodern Mediterranean societies. Key roles include directing the Research Master in Ancient Medieval and Renaissance Studies and co-editing the Cultural Interactions in the Mediterranean series. Education: MA degrees in Mediterranean Archaeology (UvA, 2000), Classics (UvA, 2001), and Education (VU Amsterdam, 2004). PhD from Utrecht University (2010) on Cult and Society in Early Athens . Research Interests: Athenian polis development, Greek sanctuaries, feasting theory, and Mediterranean integration processes. Projects include excavations at Thorikos and the Athenian Agora, alongside international collaborations like the HIERON Network. Awards: Marie Curie Fellowship (2012-2013), ASCSA Fellowship (2000-2001), and Paul V. Bacon Prize (1994). Active in academic leadership roles, including editorships and advisory boards. Teaching: Courses on ancient history, archaeology, and material culture integration. Co-created BA programs like Foundations of Europe and Archaeology Minor. Fieldwork: Thorikos (since 2011), Athenian Agora (1998-2002), and Ancient Corinth (2001). Key findings include insights into silver mining's role in Athenian polis formation and the spatial dynamics of early Greek cult practices.

Margit Kernمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Art History
• Early Modern Period
• Transcultural Negotiation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Margit Kern is a renowned art historian specializing in Early Modern and Late Medieval art, transcultural negotiation processes, and visual skepticism. She holds a professorship at the Department of Art History, University of Hamburg. Her research focuses on the intersection of art, colonialism, and religious imagery in Europe, Latin America, and Spain. Education: Studied art history, theater studies, and philosophy in Erlangen, Vienna, and Berlin. Earned her doctorate (1998) and habilitation (2010) from Free University Berlin. Held academic positions at Humboldt University Berlin and Free University Berlin before joining Hamburg in 2012. Research Interests: Visual skepticism, difficult heritage, colonial art, transcultural negotiation, religious art, and photography history. Current ERC project explores re-framing controversial monuments using visual skepticism principles. Notable Projects: Lead investigator on ERC Advanced Grant 'Visual Scepticism' (2021–2026), SFB 950 'Manuscript Cultures', and Cluster of Excellence 'Understanding Written Artefacts'. Authored/co-authored over 50 scholarly publications and edited volumes. Awards: Martin Luther Prize (2000), Feodor Lynen Fellowship (2011/12), ERC Advanced Grant (2021). Professional Roles: Board member of Carl Justi Association, editorial board positions for journals like 'Art in Translation', and member of Academia Europaea.

• Balkan Studies
• Anthropology
• Ethnic Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Evgenia Ivanova Lyubomirova holds the position of Professor in the Department of Political Science at New Bulgarian University (since 2011). She also served as a Lecturer (2001–2009) and previously held administrative roles including Chairman of the Management Board at the Institute for East European Humanities (1996–2001). Her expertise spans Balkan studies, anthropology, ethnic politics, and cultural sociology. She is a Doctor of Science (DSc) with a focus on Sociology of Culture and holds a Master’s in Theatre Studies. Education: Doctorate (Candidate of Philosophical Sciences): Postgraduate Studies in Sociology of Culture, Scientific Institute of Culture (1977–1980) Master’s in Theatre Studies: VITIZ "Krustyo Sarafov" (1971–1976) Research Interests: Prof. Ivanova’s work focuses on historical memory, ethnic identities in the Balkans, cultural pluralism, and political symbolism. She has conducted extensive fieldwork on minority populations like the Pomaks and explores themes such as Ottoman legacy, post-communist nostalgia, and national identity formation. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates anthropology, sociology, and political science. Publications & Awards: Over 30 academic works since 2000, including monographs on historical memory and Balkan identities. Awarded the Roman na Godinata (2008) for literary contributions. Her recent articles analyze memory politics, ethnic conflict, and cultural symbolism across Bulgaria and the Balkans. Professional Contributions: 曾担任出版社《选择》(Izbor)的主编，该杂志及其国际补充版在东欧知识界具有重要影响力。她在项目管理和学术行政方面经验丰富，包括协调跨区域文化研究和国际学术合作。

• Literary Studies
• Music in Literature
• Cultural Anthropology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Jakub Żmidziński is a Professor at the University of the Arts in Poznań (UAP). His research bridges literary studies, cultural anthropology, and interdisciplinary arts, focusing on musical motifs in literature, mountain symbolism, and the interplay between myth, ritual, and creative fields. Specializes in Stanisław Vincenz's literary and philosophical works Explores intersections between music, literature, dance, and visual arts Publishes in journals like "Czas Kultury" and "Zeszyty Artystyczne" His scholarly work examines: Musical correspondence in artistic and educational contexts Ritual dimensions of art and their therapeutic implications Temporal and spatial narratives in modernist and contemporary works Environmental symbolism in Central European literature Psychoanthropological perspectives on sound and listening Mythological frameworks in cultural analysis Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Interdisciplinary methodologies Comparative cultural analysis Sound and silence symbolism Myth-ritual connections Artistic experience theory Historical topographical studies

• Medieval History
• Renaissance Court Studies
• Gender Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Agnieszka Januszek-Sieradzka, Professor at John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, specializes in medieval and Renaissance court studies within the Jagiellonian dynasty. Her research focuses on royal ceremonial, gender dynamics, and cultural networks in Poland and Central Europe. Faculty of Humanities, Department of Ancient, Byzantine and Medieval History Key research areas: European court culture, dynastic politics, emotional history, and religious practices Selected Recent Publications (2025-2018) examine: 16th-century Polish-Lithuanian ceremonial Gendered power structures in royal courts Economic and social aspects of court life Jagiellonian family dynamics Scientific Contributions include: Editorial review for Royal Studies Journal and Res Gestae Organizing international conferences on courtly emotions and cultural exchange Research grants from NCN and MEiN for court studies Recognition includes the Early Career Researcher Prize (Royal Studies Journal, 2023) and multiple internal KUL awards for organizational excellence.

Miroslav Huťkaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medieval History
• Church History
• Mendicant Orders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mgr. Miroslav Huťka, PhD, serves as Associate Professor at the Department of History , Catholic University in Ružomberok . His scholarly focus spans medieval Hungarian and Slovakian history with particular emphasis on mendicant orders, urban identity formation, and material culture. Research Themes: Analysis of mendicant orders’ socio-economic roles in medieval Hungarian cities Armor evolution in 14th-15th century Hungary Canonization processes as tools for mendicant institutional establishment Post-Reformation decline of Augustinian monasteries in Slovakia Monastic library systems and book trade networks Recent Articles explore topics such as the 1358 Augustinian provincial conflict, 15th-century Sallet helmet iconography, and mendicant property management strategies. His co-authored 2022 book Mendicant Orders and Medieval Towns synthesizes decades of research into urban religious dynamics.

• Art History
• Sacral Architecture
• Cultural Heritage
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kristina Babić Džaja is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Art History, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Split, Croatia. She is actively involved in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in art history and fine arts education. Her research interests lie at the intersection of art history, sacral architecture, and pedagogical methodology in visual arts. She specializes in the early medieval Croatian state's sculpture and architecture, as well as the preservation and teaching of immovable cultural properties. Her scholarly contributions are documented in the Croatian Scientific Bibliography (CRORIS), although specific publications are not listed in the provided text. She teaches courses such as Introduction to Fine Arts, Methodology of Processing Immovable Cultural Properties, and Methods of Teaching Fine Arts. No scientific awards or honors are mentioned in the available information. Kristina Babić Džaja is involved in academic instruction and curriculum delivery but no details about student advising, research grants, or leadership in labs and research teams are provided. She contributes to the academic mission of the Faculty through teaching and scholarly work in art historical and educational domains.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Neuroprosthetics
• Urodynamic Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

James A. Hokanson, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Biomedical Engineering department at Medical College of Wisconsin. His research focuses on neural control mechanisms of lower urinary tract function, biomedical signal processing, and neuroprosthetic systems for bladder disorders. Affiliation: Medical College of Wisconsin Department: Biomedical Engineering Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Research interests span multiple disciplines: Biomedical Engineering applications in urodynamic studies Neuroprosthetic control systems for urinary dysfunction Machine learning algorithms for medical diagnostics Neural interface technologies Computational modeling of lower urinary tract disorders Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Sacral neuromodulation pathways and parameters Predictive analytics for urinary incontinence treatments Neuroimaging correlations in overactive bladder patients Animal models for pharmacological and neural bladder research Open-source platforms for behavioral data analysis

Birgit Weyelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Practical Theology
• Homiletics
• Pastoral Theology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Birgit Weyel is a Professor at the Faculty of Protestant Theology , Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen. Her roles include: Dean of the Faculty of Protestant Theology (since 2021) Spokesperson for DFG Research Unit FOR 2828 on Text De/Sacralization (2022–2024) Founding Chair of the German Society for Empirical Religious Research (2014–2022) Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Practical Theology (since 2024) Her research focuses on Practical Theology Homiletics and Media Communication Pastoral Theology Empirical Analysis of Religious Practices De/Sacralization of Texts Ritual Communication in Funerals Recent publications examine: Instagram self-representations of pastors (2025) Textual practices in funeral contexts (2025) Global practical theology frameworks (2022) Ritual family constitution (2022) She has held leadership roles in academic organizations and advisory boards, including the International Academy of Practical Theology (Executive Committee 2017–2025) and contributes to theological discourse on lived religion and media theology.

Josée Laplaceمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Urban Heritage
• Religious Heritage
• Sensory Experience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Josée Laplace is a doctoral student in Urban Studies at Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM), where she is an associate researcher at the Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Urban Heritage and a student member of the Interuniversity Center for Studies on Arts, Literature, and Traditions (CELAT). Her research focuses on the sensory dimensions of Montreal’s churches, exploring their architectural ambiance and cultural memory in secular contexts. Her work intersects with themes such as heritage studies, religious architecture, and urban transformation. She actively contributes to academic events, including moderating sessions on the effects of religious architecture in secular settings and participating in discussions about heritage’s role in shaping identity and community engagement. As part of the CRC in Urban Heritage, Laplace collaborates on projects that examine the evolving meanings of sacred spaces in secular societies. Her involvement in conference sessions like "Heritage and the New Fate of Sacred Places" highlights her engagement with interdisciplinary research on urban heritage, religious practices, and community-driven preservation. She co-edited the 2009 collective work Patrimoine et sacralisation with Étienne Berthold and Mathieu Dormaels, analyzing heritage and sacralization processes. Her research is contextualized within broader discussions of critical heritage studies and urban architectural history.

• Socio-cultural anthropology
• Political economy
• Capitalism studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Emil André Røyrvik is a Professor at the Department of Sociology and Political Science, NTNU. His research focuses on socio-cultural anthropology, political economy, and ethnography, with special attention to capitalism as a social system, financialization, inequality, knowledge work, and organizational management. He coordinates the interdisciplinary 'Ethnography' research group and participates in initiatives like Democracy Lab (with NTNU’s computer science department) and the Pacesetters project. His key publications include the monograph The Allure of Capitalism (2011), awarded the SINTEF Prize for Outstanding Research, and co-edited volumes such as The Need to Count (2017). Recent work explores themes like Roma identities in neoliberal contexts, evaluation resistance in organizations, and the critique of financialization's societal impacts. Røyrvik actively engages in public dissemination, including lectures on neoliberal university structures and the societal role of casinos. His research spans theoretical contributions to ethnographic practice, addressing topics from management theory to the intersection of myth and collective action. Ongoing projects include studying 'alternativity in polycrisis' and Roma lives in Bulgaria.

• Entrepreneurship
• Innovation
• Sustainability
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Gideon Markman is a Professor in the Department of Management at Colorado State University's College of Business, where he conducts influential research in competitive strategy, entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability. His work appears in premier journals including Academy of Management Journal and Strategic Management Journal , and he serves as Editor-in-Chief of Academy of Management Perspectives while contributing to editorial boards of Journal of Management and Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal . Markman's research focuses on business model innovation, market entry strategies, and sustainable entrepreneurship, with recent work exploring transformational hybridity for societal grand challenges and the interplay of competition-collaboration dynamics. His studies frequently bridge academic theory and practical application, examining how organizations address complex social and environmental problems through multi-level processes and structural innovations. He emphasizes the role of hybrid organizational forms in sustainability transitions and activist-driven responsible innovation. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a dominant trend toward sustainability and social innovation, with recurring themes of business model transformation, stakeholder engagement, and systemic change. His work increasingly integrates competitive dynamics with ethical considerations, particularly in hybrid organizations addressing grand challenges. The research spans theoretical development in knowledge production systems and practical applications in entrepreneurial strategy. Scientific recognition includes: PWC Strategy& Eminent Scholar in International Management 2015 Markman founded and funds the Sustainability, Ethics, and Entrepreneurship (SEE) Conference, establishing a major platform for interdisciplinary dialogue on sustainable business practices. His consulting engagements with Deutsche Telekom, Bosch Siemens, Kaiser Permanente, and social ventures demonstrate applied impact, though specific doctoral students or grant details aren't documented in available sources. The SEE Conference operates as his primary research vehicle, connecting academic insights with real-world organizational challenges.

Ben Hellerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medical Engineering
• Sports Engineering
• Wearable Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ben Heller is an Associate Professor in the Centre for Sports Engineering Research (CSER) at Sheffield Hallam University. His expertise lies in medical engineering and instrumentation, particularly for ambulatory monitoring of human activity. He holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde and has extensive clinical experience in medical physics and rehabilitation engineering. His research focuses on wearable technology for sports performance monitoring, dynamic balance measurement (via the 'smartfloor'), running biomechanics, and functional electrical stimulation (FES) for neural rehabilitation. Research collaborations include the EU Horizon 2020, Adidas, and the Department of Health. He leads the Sheffield Physical Activity Observatory and supervises multiple PhD students exploring topics like dynamic balance in sports, cyclist anthropometrics, and gait retraining. His work integrates biomechanical principles with cutting-edge technologies to enhance athletic performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation outcomes. Education: MEng and PhD in Biomedical Engineering (University of Cambridge and Strathclyde) Research Themes: CSER Applied Computing, CSER Biomechanics Key Projects: LED pacing technologies, FES in neural rehabilitation (SheffStim), inertial measurement systems Notable media appearances include BBC Breakfast and coverage of his LED pacing system for runners. His interdisciplinary approach bridges engineering, sports science, and clinical applications to drive innovation in physical activity measurement and rehabilitation.

Helen Foxhall Forbesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval History
• Theology
• Anglo-Saxon Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Helen Foxhall Forbes is a Full Professor in the Department of Humanities at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. Her academic work focuses on Medieval History, particularly Anglo-Saxon England, early medieval theology, and the archaeology of cultural landscapes. She holds a specialization in the history of religious beliefs, including studies on purgatory, eschatology, and liturgical practices. Her research integrates textual analysis with material culture, examining manuscripts, legal codes, and archaeological sites to explore themes like religious agency, conversion processes, and the socio-spiritual significance of pilgrimage. Recent projects include the archaeology of Aspromonte’s highlands and comparative studies of apocalyptic thought between England and Byzantium. Forbes has published extensively on topics such as medieval penance, the afterlife in early Christian theology, and the cultural reception of Rome in Anglo-Saxon England. Her work bridges literary, theological, and historical methodologies, contributing to interdisciplinary debates in medieval studies. Education: Not explicitly detailed in provided texts, but inferred through her academic rank and research focus. Grants and Advising: No specific grants or student advisees listed in available data. Labs/Teams: No dedicated lab mentioned; collaboration likely occurs through institutional research networks.

Monica Ciobanuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Post-communist Studies
• Memory Studies
• Transitional Justice
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Monica Ciobanu is a Professor of Criminal Justice at the State University of New York Plattsburgh, where she has been a faculty member since fall 2005. She is affiliated with the School of Arts & Sciences and serves in the Criminal Justice Department. Dr. Ciobanu has established herself as a leading scholar in post-communist studies with significant contributions to understanding memory, justice, and democratization processes in Eastern Europe. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Sociology from the Graduate Faculty for Political and Social Science at the New School for Social Research (2005) M.A. in Gender Studies from the Graduate Faculty for Political and Social Science at the New School for Social Research (1998) B.A. in Sociology from the Faculty of Sociology at the University of Bucharest, Romania (1993) Dr. Ciobanu's research spans two interconnected areas: democratization in East and Central Europe, and memory and justice in post-communist countries. Her work bridges criminology, sociology, and historical studies with particular focus on Romania's communist past and post-communist transition. She has conducted extensive archival research in Romania's National Council for Securitate Archives and explores themes of repression, resistance, collaboration, and transitional justice. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates historical analysis with contemporary criminological perspectives, examining how past political systems continue to shape present-day justice mechanisms and social memory. Dr. Ciobanu's scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent trajectory of increasing impact, with publications spanning from 2009 to the present. Her most recent work shows a deepening focus on memory studies and post-memory phenomena in Romania, culminating in her co-edited volume 'Between the Memory and Post-Memory of Communism in Romania: Fluid Memories' (2025). Her research increasingly examines how digital contexts shape memory practices and how marginalized voices are incorporated into historical narratives. Her scholarly recognition includes: 2014-2015 SUNY Chancellors' Award for Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities Charles E. Scheidt Faculty Fellow in Atrocity Prevention at the State University of Binghamton Institute for Genocide and Mass Atrocity Prevention (2021-2022 academic year) Dr. Ciobanu has secured research funding including a Title VIII grant from the U.S. Department of State for archival research in Bucharest. She has held prestigious fellowships at the Imre Kertesz Kolleg Institute in Jena, Germany (2017) and the University of Glasgow (2009). She served as chair of the Criminal Justice Department from 2014-2016 and is regularly invited to review manuscripts and grant proposals in East European studies. Her work in the Honors Program demonstrates her commitment to undergraduate education while maintaining an active research agenda. Dr. Ciobanu was featured among three distinguished scholars at SUNY Plattsburgh's Celebration of Scholarship in fall 2013, highlighting her significant contributions to the university community.