Soviet Union Dissolution Professors and Supervisors

Martin Austمشاهده پروفایل

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Rhenish Friedrich Wilhelm University of BonnGermany

Prof. Dr. Martin Aust is a Principal Investigator at the University of Bonn, holding the Professorship for the History and Culture of Eastern Europe and Russia . His academic affiliations include the Institute of History and the Department of Eastern European History , where he contributes to establishing a European forum on Premodern Russian History. Education: Habilitation (2008) and Ph.D. (2002) in Eastern European and Russian History, Free University Berlin; M.A. (1998) in Modern History, Eastern and Southeastern European History, and Political Science, University of Hanover and Free University Berlin. Aust’s research spans politics, society, and religion in premodern Russia , focusing on multi-layered dependency structures and forced labor under German occupation . His work connects colonial exploitation, National Socialism, and memory cultures in Eastern Europe and Germany. His recent publications analyze imperial legacies , Russia-Ukraine relations , and global historiography , reflecting his expertise in long-term historical dynamics. He has supervised 35 theses and contributed to academic debates on cultural transfers and comparative history. Scientific Awards: Heisenberg Fellowship (DFG, 2010). Aust has secured third-party funding from the German Research Foundation (DFG-SNF), DAAD, ZEIT Foundation, and Thyssen Foundation, totaling approximately €0.5 million. He co-edits the series Imperial Subjects: Autobiography and Biography in Imperial Context and participates in collaborative projects like the Graduate School for East and Southeast European Studies.

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Ecaterina Locomanمشاهده پروفایل

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University of PennsylvaniaUnited States

Dr. Ecaterina Locoman is a Senior Lecturer in International Studies at the Lauder Institute and the Department of Political Science at the University of Pennsylvania. She oversees the Capstone Research Program at the Lauder Institute, guiding joint-degree students in original research and thesis completion. Her expertise spans comparative foreign policy analysis, alliance formation, and the geopolitics of national interest, with a regional focus on Central/Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. Previously, she served as a Lecturer at Rutgers University, directing an undergraduate exchange program with Ritsumeikan University in Japan. Her research explores post-Communist states’ divergent foreign policy trajectories post-USSR dissolution, highlighted in her current book project Looking East or Looking West . She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Ukraine and Moldova, including interviews with high-level political figures. Publications appear in journals like Contemporary Security Policy and Media, War & Conflict .

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Julius Horvathمشاهده پروفایل

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Central European UniversityHungary

Julius Horvath is a Professor at the Central European University (CEU) in Budapest and Vienna, holding dual appointments in the Department of International Relations and Economics. He has served as former Head of the Department of Economics (multiple terms), Acting Dean of CEU Business School (2016/2017), and 'Egyetemi tanár' in the Hungarian academic system since 2009. His research focuses on international economic policy, political economy of monetary relations, and the history of economic thought in Central Europe. He has authored influential books, including A History of Slovak Economic Thought (2022) and An Introduction to the History of Economic Thought in Central Europe (2020). Education: PhD in Economics, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, USA Research Interests: Horvath’s work examines the evolution of economic ideas in Central Europe, with a focus on Slovakia’s intellectual trajectory. His studies explore landmark periods like the interwar era, socialist rule, and post-communist transformation. He also analyzes contemporary issues such as sovereign debt dynamics, Eurozone stability, and growth patterns in transition economies. His historical analysis often highlights the influence of classical economists like Adam Smith on regional thought. Grants & Projects: Lexington Books Series on Communist Economic Thought European Commission-funded studies on exchange rate regimes and economic growth Global Development Network research on price convergence in EU new member states Awards: Member of Academia Europea (2017), Council member of the European Society for the History of Economic Thought. Advising: Currently supervises research on post-Soviet territorial regimes and Latin American sovereign debt. Over 20 years of academic leadership includes roles in Slovak and Czech accreditation committees and the Slovak Economic Association. He has contributed to CEU’s Senate from 2004 to 2022.

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Huseyn Aliyevمشاهده پروفایل

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University of GlasgowUnited Kingdom

Dr. Huseyn Aliyev is a Senior Lecturer in Political & International Studies at the University of Glasgow, joining in 2017. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Otago (2014) and a joint Master’s in Humanitarian Action from Ruhr University Bochum and Uppsala University. His research focuses on civil war dynamics, non-state armed groups, and security studies in post-Soviet regions like Ukraine and Russia. Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Otago (2014) Joint Master’s in Humanitarian Action, Ruhr University Bochum and Uppsala University Research Interests: Civil war mobilization, paramilitary groups, violent conflict, ethno-nationalism, and institution-building in post-Soviet contexts. He has conducted extensive fieldwork in Ukraine, interviewing pro-government paramilitary members. Grants and Projects: Principal Investigator of a 2022–2024 ESRC-funded project on foreign fighter mobilization in the former Soviet Union. Other grants include Carnegie and British Academy funding for studies on Ukraine’s Crimean Tatars and paramilitary disengagement. Awards: 2015 Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship 2014 University of Otago Publishing Bursary Teaching: Courses on war-making/peace-making, contested states in the Caucasus, and post-communist Eurasian studies. Supervises research on North Caucasian governance, counterinsurgency, and ethnic conflicts. Professional Activities: Editorial board member of Europe-Asia Studies , British Academy grant recipient, and fellowships at institutions like Charles University and the Centre for Security Studies (Prague).

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Serhii Plokhiiمشاهده پروفایل

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Harvard UniversityUnited States

Serhii Plokhii is the Mykhailo S. Hrushevs'kyi Professor of Ukrainian History and Director of the Ukrainian Research Institute at Harvard University. He is affiliated with the Center for Government and International Studies (CGIS) in Cambridge, Massachusetts. His research focuses on the intellectual, cultural, and international history of Eastern Europe, particularly Ukraine, with expertise spanning early modern to modern periods. He teaches courses on Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, Poland, and Lithuania, engaging with major historical problems in these regions. His publications analyze themes such as Ukraine’s geopolitical position, the collapse of the Soviet Union, Cossack identity, and the interplay between religion and nationalism. Notable works include The Gates of Europe (2015), The Last Empire (2015), and Yalta: The Price of Peace (2011). His scholarship bridges historiography, imperial studies, and national narratives, emphasizing the complexities of Eastern European identities. Plokhii’s academic contributions are anchored at the Ukrainian Research Institute, a hub for interdisciplinary research on Ukraine’s history, culture, and politics. His work has shaped understanding of Ukraine’s historical trajectory and its intersections with neighboring states. Though no formal awards are listed, his prolific publications and institutional leadership reflect his significant scholarly impact.

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Alexander Titovمشاهده پروفایل

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Queen’s University BelfastUnited Kingdom

Dr. Alexander Titov is a Lecturer in Modern European History at Queen's University Belfast, part of the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics. He holds a PhD from University College London (UCL) and has previously worked at the University of Birmingham, UCL's School of Slavonic and East European Studies, and the University of Leeds. His research focuses on Russian foreign policy, 20th-century nationalism, and the political history of the USSR post-Stalin, with a current book project on post-1991 Russian foreign policy and a biography of Nikita Khrushchev. Education: BA Philosophy/Economics (UCL), MA Legal/Political Theory (UCL), PhD on Lev Gumilev (UCL-SSEES) Dr. Titov's research interests include the Communist Party's ruling structures in the USSR, Russian nationalism, and modern ideologies. He frequently contributes to media outlets like The Conversation, BBC, and Al Jazeera, offering expert analysis on Russian politics and history. He supervises PhD students in Russian history and politics, including Matt Gerth (USA) and Conor McFall (UK).

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Hiromi Komoriمشاهده پروفایل

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Waseda UniversityJapan

Hiromi Komori is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Education within the Faculty of Education and Integrated Arts and Sciences, specializing in European history with focus on Baltic and post-Soviet studies. She has held this position since 2011, following academic appointments at Kyoto University (2006-2011) and the National Museum of Ethnology (2002-2006). Her work examines nation-building, memory politics, and social transformation in Estonia and neighboring regions through comparative historical frameworks. Komori's research explores the intersection of historical memory, citizenship policies, and national identity in post-Soviet societies. Key themes include: Reconfiguration of collective memory after Soviet collapse Ethnonational conflicts and integration policies Transnational citizenship in Baltic states Neoliberal reforms in post-socialist transitions Historical narratives in nation-building processes Her recent publications demonstrate sustained focus on Baltic memory politics and citizenship transformation, with articles spanning Cold War legacies, borderland identities, and welfare reforms. Methodologically, she employs comparative analysis across temporal (interwar vs. contemporary) and spatial (Estonia-Latvia comparisons) dimensions, frequently engaging with archival sources and policy documents. Komori leads multiple major research initiatives including: JSPS Grant: 'Transformation of the Concept of "Japanese" from Viewpoint of People of Multiple-Nationalities' (2024-2027) JSPS Grant: 'Modern History of Great Power Nationalism' (2023-2027) JSPS Grant: 'Reconsideration of republicanism' (2021-2026) JSPS Grant: 'Systemic transformation in former socialist countries' (2021-2024) She maintains active membership in scholarly associations including the Association for Russian and East European Studies, Japan Association of International Relations, and Comparative Politics Association.

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