جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jane Garnettمشاهده پروفایل

مربی

• Intellectual History
• Cultural History
• Religious History
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jane Garnett is a Tutor in Modern History at Wadham College, University of Oxford. She holds affiliations with the Faculties of History and Theology, and contributes to the interdisciplinary MSt in Women’s Studies. Her research spans intellectual, cultural, and religious history since the 19th century, with a focus on gender, visual culture, and diasporic communities. Co-author of Spectacular Miracles (2013), analyzing miracle-working images in Italy Co-edited works on religion and diaspora in modern cities (2013-2016) Contributed to debates on economic ethics and Christian moral philosophy Led Leverhulme Trust-funded project on diaspora and religious identity in East London (2011-2015) Her methodological approach integrates interdisciplinary frameworks, collaborating with historians, social scientists, and art historians. She has organized public exhibitions in Britain and Italy, exploring visual experience and cultural identity. Jane Garnett’s scholarly contributions earned the ACE/Mercers' Book Award (2014) and recognition in Oxford’s Vice-Chancellor's Diversity Awards (2022). Supervises postgraduate research in British/European history, Women’s Studies, and History of Art Teaches courses on feminist research, Victorian intellectual history, and art in France

Timothy Stanleyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Philosophy of Religion
• Political Philosophy
• Ethical Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Timothy Stanley is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Newcastle's School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences, where he also serves as Deputy Head of School Teaching and Learning (2024-26). His research focuses on correcting misconceptions about religion, politics and ethics through materialist methodologies, with recent books addressing deliberative democracy (2022) and secularisation (2015). Education includes: PhD from University of Manchester MA from University of Manchester Research explores intersections of religious cognition with democratic theory and technological change, particularly examining how religion interacts with media technologies from historical and contemporary perspectives. Key interests include deliberative democracy in pluralist societies, extended mind theory applications to religious studies, and ethical implications of emerging technologies. Publications show consistent focus on religious-political interfaces, with recent work examining the materiality of religious cognition and democratic engagement. Article themes demonstrate evolution from theological metaphysics toward applied political philosophy and empirical studies of religious practice. Leads multiple research projects including a book study 'Understanding Religion through the Eyes of Others' (2025) and special issue on 'Situated Religious Cognition'. Secured $137,500 in grants including $100,000 for the Religion in Political Life Research Program. Supervises 4 PhD and 1 Masters students on topics ranging from free will theory to Roman religious legitimacy. Teaches courses on Ethics of Emerging Technologies and Democracy/Diversity that apply philosophical frameworks to contemporary societal challenges.

Andrew Singletonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology of Religion
• Spirituality/New Age
• Youth Religion
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Professor Andrew Singleton is a leading sociologist at Deakin University's School of Humanities and Social Sciences , with expertise in religion, spirituality, and social research methodologies. His career spans over two decades at Deakin, where he has held progressively senior roles since 2000. Education: PhD in Sociology from Monash University (2000) Research Interests include: Spirituality in contemporary society New Religious Movements (particularly Spiritualism) Global Christianity and secularisation Quantitative and qualitative methods Research Trends show extensive work on Australian teen spirituality, Holocaust education impacts, marine conservation policy, and historical religious studies. His 2024 article on marine protected areas revealed majority Australian support for expanding ocean protections. Scientific Awards include multiple teaching accolades, though specific prizes aren't listed in the source material. Supervision covers diverse topics like neurodivergent birthing experiences, church hurt recovery, and honor-based violence support. He has taught sociology of religion and methods courses. Grants include Australian Research Council funding for Holocaust education studies ($305k+) and spiritual wellness research ($420k+), plus DFAT Korea Foundation support ($39k).

Milad Milaniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sufism
• Islam
• Religious Studies
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Milad Milani is a Senior Lecturer in Religious Studies at Western Sydney University and a School-based Member of the Institute for Culture and Society. He leads the Humanities Religious Studies Research Collective and co-leads the Sufi Studies Network (Monash University). He serves on the editorial boards of Sophia and the Journal for the Academic Study of Religion . From 2023–2025, he was President of the Australian Association for the Study of Religion. His expertise focuses on Islam and Sufism, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to peace and understanding. Education: PhD and BA in Religious Studies from the University of Sydney. Research Interests : Sufism and its philosophical dimensions (e.g., Heideggerian ontology) Islamic mysticism and its global manifestations Gender dynamics in Sufi traditions Sufi political thought and modernity Interfaith dialogue and civic roles of Sufi orders Publications Trends : Recent works critically examine Sufism through existential philosophy, Islamic identity in modern contexts, and gendered holiness. His analysis bridges historical narratives with contemporary challenges, emphasizing ontology, political culture, and cross-cultural influences. Awards : Includes the Australian Postgraduate Award, Early Career Research Fellowship, and recognition for contributions to religious education and community projects. Advising & Grants : Supervised 2 HDR completions. Secured grants such as the Community Grant Blacktown Arts ($29,000) and Early Career Research Fellowship ($20,000). Active in editorial roles and academic leadership. Labs/Teams : Leads the Humanities Religious Studies Research Collective and co-leads the Sufi Studies Network, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations in Sufi studies and global religious dynamics.

Christopher Lewisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Historical Theology
• Systematic Theology
• Study of Religions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Lewis is an Associate Professor at the University of Oxford, affiliated with Christ Church College. He served as Dean of Christ Church from 2003 to 2014. His academic journey includes a BA in Theology/Sociology from the University of Bristol (1969) and a PhD in Theological Methods from the University of Cambridge (1974). He taught doctrine and ethics at Ripon College and Cuddesdon Theological College (1976–1982). His research focuses on Historical/Systematic Theology, the interplay between religion and reason, secularization, and interfaith worship practices. His publications include edited volumes on interfaith dialogue, sensible religion, and theological education. Recent works emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to religion, while older contributions explore theological frameworks for understanding cultural change and mortality. Collaborations with scholars like Dan Cohn-Sherbok and Stephen Platten highlight his commitment to ecumenical and academic partnerships. His scholarship bridges theological rigor with contemporary societal challenges, particularly in pluralistic religious contexts.

Robert Priestمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• 19th-Century European History
• Religion and Secularisation
• Cultural History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Robert Priest is the Head of the Department of History and a Senior Lecturer in Modern European History at Royal Holloway, University of London. His research focuses on cultural and intellectual history of 19th-century Europe, particularly France and Germany, with an emphasis on religion, secularization, and race/antisemitism. He holds fellowships from the Royal Historical Society and the Higher Education Academy. Education: He studied at UCL and Oxford, followed by a Research Fellowship at Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge. Research Interests: Culture Wars Over Religion: Challenging narratives of religious conflict in France and Germany. Popular Reception of Ideas: Analyzing how ordinary people engage with intellectual movements. Race and Antisemitism: Tracing historical roots of modern prejudices through case studies like Renan and Oberammergau. Recent Projects: His upcoming book Oberammergau: The Passion Play and Its Audiences (2025) explores the play’s global impact. Past work includes The Gospel According to Renan (2015), examining religious controversy in 19th-century France. Teaching & Leadership: As Head of Department, he prioritizes student and staff well-being. He teaches courses on European history, including modules like Europe 1900: Cultures of Conflict and Children of the Revolution? Collaborations: Organizes the Modern French History seminar at the Institute of Historical Research and contributes to the History Workshop Journal . Recent collaborations include a British Library project on Franco-Prussian War caricatures.

Matthew Williamsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Popular Music and Religion
• Semiotics in Music
• African Diasporic Music Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Matthew Williams is a Lecturer in Music at the University of York’s School of Arts and Creative Technologies, serving as Chair of Undergraduate Admissions and a Future Voices Scholarship Mentor. He holds a PhD from the University of Bristol (thesis: Sacred-Secular, Gospel-Pop Crossovers ) and an MA in Music (distinction). His research focuses on semiotics, popular music and religion, African diasporic music, and secularisation. He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses on topics like the History of African American Music and Semiotics, while supervising PhD students in related fields. His upcoming monograph, The Gospel Sound in Popular Music (Oxford University Press), explores secularisation and musical meaning-making. He has contributed to academic publications, presented at international conferences, and engaged in public-facing music analysis. Former roles include secondary school teaching and tutoring at the University of Oxford and Bristol. Research interests emphasize Peircean semiotics applied to music’s meaning, the interplay between sacred and secular in popular genres, and African diasporic musical traditions. He critiques binary notions of secularisation through case studies like Coldplay’s use of gospel choirs and Stormzy’s spiritual themes. Teaching modules span critical listening, musicology, and diasporic musical histories. Past conference engagements include presentations on gospel-pop crossovers at Baylor University and the University of Ghana, as well as lectures on spirituals and re-enchantment in contemporary music. His work bridges academic and public spheres, exemplified by his Conversation article analyzing Stormzy’s spirituality.

• Religion and Literature
• Polish Literature
• Czesław Miłosz Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr hab. Tomasz Garbol is assistant professor at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin (KUL) and serves within the Center for Research on Religious Literature, where he acted as Director from 2014 to 2022. He is an active scholar, editor and organizer specialising in the intersection of literature, religion and Polish culture. Education: While the provided text does not list his degrees explicitly, his Polish title of "dr hab." signifies a post-doctoral habilitation, the standard qualification for an assistant professorship in Poland. Research interests revolve around the dialogue between literature and religion in modernity, with particular emphasis on the works of Czesław Miłosz, Zbigniew Herbert, Karol Wojtyła (John Paul II) and contemporary Polish poetry. He explores themes such as post-secularism, eucatastrophe, mystical experience, and the ethical imagination. Across more than a decade his publications display a consistent trajectory: deep textual exegesis of canonical Polish authors, comparative readings with global Christian writers (Hopkins, Stevens, Tokarczuk), and theoretical reflection on the condition of religious literature after secularisation. Scientific awards & honours: Although no specific prizes are listed, Garbol’s repeated habilitation-level achievements, monographs with university presses, and invitations to keynote major international conferences indicate peer recognition. Grants & projects: He has been principal investigator or contractor on several large grants financed by the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education, including "Sacrum in Polish 20th-century Literature – Encyclopedia" and "Literature and Religion – Challenges of the Secular Age". He has also tutored in the "Academy of Young Humanists" outreach programme. Editorial & organisational roles: Long-standing member of the editorial college of Ethos. Quarterly of the John Paul II Institute KUL , reviewer for In Gremium and other journals, and organiser of the recurring national conference series "Literature and Religion".

• Theological Anthropology
• Political Philosophy
• Cultural Theory
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Tracey Rowland holds the St John Paul II Chair of Theology at the University of Notre Dame Australia, Sydney Campus, within the School of Philosophy & Theology. She is a leading figure in Catholic theology, with a distinguished international reputation in theological anthropology, political philosophy, and the thought of Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI). Her work bridges theology, philosophy, and cultural critique, with a special focus on German Catholic intellectual traditions. BA(Hons), LLB (Queensland) B.Litt, MA, Grad. Dip. Mod. Lang. (Melbourne) PhD (Cambridge) STL, STD (Lateran) Dip. Ed. Stud. (London) Her research interests include theological anthropology, political philosophy (Catholic, Marxist, liberal), philosophy and theology of culture, German Catholic thought in the 20th century, and theories of secularisation. She has published extensively on Joseph Ratzinger, cultural theory, and ecclesiology, contributing to major academic presses and journals. Professor Rowland’s recent scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on Ratzinger’s theology, the crisis of modernity, ressourcement theology, and the interplay between faith, culture, and politics. Her articles span journals such as Communio , The Thomist , and Nova et Vetera , reflecting deep engagement with Catholic intellectual tradition and contemporary theological debates. Ratzinger Prize for Theology (2020) Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland (2010) Archbishop Michael J Miller Award (2009) Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters, Christendom College (2024) She has successfully supervised nine doctoral students and numerous Master’s and Honours projects. She is a member of the editorial board of Communio: International Catholic Review and was appointed to the Pontifical Academy of the Social Sciences in 2023. Her work is supported by deep ecclesial engagement, including roles in theological commissions and Catholic intellectual organizations. She is also involved in community initiatives such as the Mary Glowrey Trust and Australians for a Constitutional Monarchy.

Simon Kennedyمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• History of Political Thought
• Legal History
• Reformed Protestantism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Simon Kennedy is an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the TC Beirne School of Law, The University of Queensland. He holds additional affiliations as a Visiting Fellow at the Mathias Corvinus Collegium (Budapest) and a Non-Resident Fellow at the Danube Institute. His expertise spans the history of legal, political, and religious ideas, with a focus on early modern and modern periods. Kennedy completed his PhD at UQ, titled Nature, the fall, and the secularisation of early modern political thought (2019). His research interests include Reformed Protestantism, the history of political thought, legal history, and constitutional interpretation. Notable publications include Reforming the Law of Nature: The secularisation of political thought, 1532–1689 (Edinburgh UP, 2022) and Against Worldview: reimagining Christian formation as growth in wisdom (Lexham Press, 2024). He has collaborated on studies analyzing Samuel Rutherford’s political theories and the constitutional frameworks of Australia. Kennedy’s work bridges legal, religious, and historical disciplines, addressing themes like constituent power, resistance theory, and the intersection of theology with governance. He currently supervises PhD candidates in constitutional history and political theology, maintaining availability for further academic mentorship.

Efstratios Patrikiosمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Religion and Political Behaviour
• Religion-State Relations
• Secularisation Theories
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Efstratios Patrikios is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Strathclyde's Department of Government and Public Policy. His research focuses on group identities, political behaviour, and the interaction between religious institutions and modern governance. He holds a PhD from the University of Strathclyde, following studies at the Universities of Ioannina and Essex. Education: BA/MA in History and Politics (Ioannina, Essex), PhD (Strathclyde) Research interests include religion's role in political behaviour, secularisation theories, and the organisational politics of Christian churches. He has secured grants from the British Academy, ESRC, and Carnegie Trust. Teaching includes Religion & Politics, Quantitative Methods, and Research Design. He currently supervises BA, MSc, and PhD students on topics like religion-state relations and survey-based analysis of religious behaviours. Recent Projects: 'Blame Attribution and Austerity Politics', 'Subliminal Symbols and Attitudes to Scotland's Constitutional Status' No specific lab affiliations are detailed, though his work engages interdisciplinary teams in political science and religious studies.

• Islamic Political Theology
• Religious Secularism
• Middle Eastern Politics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Naser Ghobadzadeh is a Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at the School of Arts and Humanities . His research focuses on the intersection of Shi'i political theology , religious secularism , and democratic reform in the Middle East, particularly Iran. He has extensively analyzed electoral dynamics , sectarianism , and state-religion interactions through empirical and theoretical lenses. Key Research Themes : Democratic learning in authoritarian regimes Secularism within Islamic frameworks Sectarian identity and political conflict Theocratic governance and hybrid sovereignty Human rights in Shi'i jurisprudence His publications highlight the evolution of Islamic political thought , emphasizing moderation , theological contestation , and institutional reform . While no direct awards or students are listed, his work contributes to debates on political Islam , post-Islamist trajectories , and governance in theocracy-democracy hybrid systems .

Sigrid Weigelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Literary criticism
• Cultural history
• Cultural-philological epistemology of sciences
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Sigrid Weigel is a Professor at the Literature Department of Technische Universität Berlin and Director of the Zentrum für Literaturforschung (Geisteswissenschaftliche Zentren Berlin). She has held previous professorships at the University of Zürich (German Studies, 1992–1998) and the University of Hamburg (Literary Studies, 1984–1990). Director, Zentrum für Literaturforschung Berlin Professor, TU Berlin Professor, University of Zürich Professor, University of Hamburg Her research spans literary criticism, cultural history, and interdisciplinary studies, focusing on topics such as post-holocaust discourse, Jewish-German literature, and the cultural history of life sciences. She has also explored concepts of memory, secularisation, and the visual interplay between images and texts in art and sciences. Scientific awards and honors include: Member of Academia Europaea Honorary member of Modern Languages Ass. USA Reimers Price of the Warburg House Hamburg

Ayşe Ezgi GÜRCANمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Political Science
• Comparative Politics
• Minority Rights
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Ayşe Ezgi GÜRCAN is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Beykent University, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. She holds a doctorate from Sabancı University and has conducted research at institutions such as the Istanbul Policy Center (Mercator-IPC). Her academic work spans political science, minority rights, migration governance, and Europeanization. Education: Ph.D., Institute of Social Sciences, Sabancı University (2013) – Thesis: Articulating and aggregating sectarian interests: The case of Alevis in Turkey M.A., Institute of Social Sciences, Middle East Technical University (2007) – Thesis: Transforming religious communities into ethnicities: The process of Lebanese nation-building 1920–1958 M.A., Leiden University (2005) – Thesis: The Changing Position of Alevi Dedes in 'laik' Turkey: An Alternative Approach to the Theory of Secularisation B.A., Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Middle East Technical University (2000) Her research focuses on the political inclusion of religious minorities, particularly the Alevi community in Turkey and Germany, and the impact of Europeanization on minority rights. She explores themes such as secularism, democratization, and the externalization of migration governance, often analyzing how human rights are compromised in EU border policies. Her work bridges comparative politics, sociology, and international relations, with a regional focus on Turkey and the Middle East. A significant portion of her recent publications centers on the externalization of migration control, highlighting 'legal black holes' in European law that enable human rights violations. She also investigates artistic activism under illiberal regimes and the evolving political behavior of fragmented identities. Her publications appear in proceedings of major international conferences including IPSA, ECPR, MESA, and Midwest Political Science Association. Scientific Contributions and Recognition: Active presenter at top-tier political science conferences globally. ORCID registered (0000-0002-0691-7253), ensuring academic visibility and integrity. Research supported by affiliations with Mercator-IPC and Beykent University’s Research and Application Center. She advises on academic and policy matters, particularly through her role as Deputy Director of the Research and Application Center at Beykent University. While no formal list of advisees is provided, her collaborative work suggests mentorship and academic leadership. She has not received explicitly mentioned awards or grants but maintains a strong publication record and institutional engagement. Labs, Centers, and Teams: She is affiliated with Beykent University’s Research and Application Center, where she serves as Deputy Director, indicating leadership in research administration. Her prior role as a Mercator-IPC researcher highlights involvement in policy-oriented research teams focused on Turkey and European integration. These affiliations place her at the intersection of academic research and public policy development.

• Secularisation of Spanish Society
• Social and Ethical Problems of Globalisation
• Political Thought of Unamuno
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Manuel María Urrutia León serves as a Lecturer at the University of Deusto's Bilbao campus within the Social Work domain, teaching courses including Social Structure and Change, Ethical Challenges in the Global World, Civic and Professional Ethics, and Social and Cultural Anthropology. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Deusto, complemented by foundational studies in Sociology and Political Sciences. His research centers on the secularisation of Spanish society and the social-ethical complexities of globalisation, with additional focus on Unamuno's political philosophy, religious secularisation, contemporary value systems, and modernity's social transformation dynamics. As an active member of the University of Deusto Social Values Research Team, he contributes to interdisciplinary investigations into societal evolution.