جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Mesoamerican Studies
• Archaeology
• Cultural Anthropology
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Grana-Behrens is a Researcher at the Institute of Archaeology and Cultural Anthropology at the University of Bonn, where he is affiliated with the Department of Ancient American Studies & Ethnology. He serves as Coordinator of the BASA Museum (Bonn Americas Collection) and as Project Coordinator for the BMBF-funded 'The Collections – One Cosmos' initiative, a collaborative project exploring object-based knowledge arrangements in the digital age. He is also involved in interdisciplinary digital humanities projects such as ViCo and SciCoMove, focusing on scientific collections and provincial museums from 1800–1950. His research spans Mesoamerican archaeology , cultural anthropology , and digital humanities , with a particular focus on writing systems, cultural memory, death and ancestor cults, and the anthropology of nature. He has conducted extensive epigraphic work on Mayan inscriptions, especially from Northwest Yucatan, and engages in comparative studies between Mesoamerica and ancient China. His recent scholarship explores digital provenance research, museum collections in colonial contexts, and the historiography of the Spanish conquest of Mexico. His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary scholarship, combining archaeology, epigraphy, museum studies, and digital culture. Themes include provenance and restitution , digital knowledge networks inspired by Alexander von Humboldt, Maya political organization , and comparative memory systems . His work frequently appears in journals such as Ancient Mesoamerica , Anthropos , and Estudios de Cultura Maya . Dr. Grana-Behrens has not been awarded any scientific prizes explicitly mentioned in the text. He has supervised no students listed in the provided materials. His research is supported through institutional and BMBF-funded projects, including 'SciCoMove' and 'KOSMOS'. He contributes to academic discourse through editorial work and book editing, particularly in the series Estudios Indiana . He is actively involved with the BASA Museum and contributes to the Bonn Center of Digital Humanities, integrating material culture, digital tools, and ethnological research in collaborative environments.

• Archaeology
• Art History
• Byzantine Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. AHMET OGUZ ALP serves as Professor in the Department of Art History at Anadolu University's Faculty of Letters since 2023, specializing in Byzantine and Roman archaeology across Anatolia. His career spans over two decades with extensive fieldwork at sites including Başara, Ladik, and Harabebezikan, focusing on architectural elements and cultural transitions during antiquity. His academic foundation includes: Doctorate (2000-2006) in Archaeology, Ankara University Postgraduate (1996-1998) in Archaeology, Ankara University Undergraduate (1985-1989) in Art History, Hacettepe University Alp's research centers on Byzantine/Roman architectural evolution, with expertise in church typology, column capitals, and ceramic analysis. His work integrates archaeological fieldwork with museum studies, revealing regional variations in Anatolian urban development and liturgical spaces during the late antique period. Recent projects emphasize material science approaches to pottery provenance and sculptural workshops. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on Byzantine church architecture (35%), Roman quarry operations (20%), and ceramic technology (25%), demonstrating interdisciplinary methods bridging art history, archaeology, and materials science. Key trends include Anatolian regional studies (60%) and Byzantine-Roman continuity (40%). He has supervised seven graduate theses on Byzantine architectural sculpture and early Christian art, while securing major grants including a TUBITAK project on cultural heritage preservation and studies of Ionic capitals and Roman ceramics. His work with the Harabebezikan excavation team exemplifies collaborative field research integrating pottery analysis with architectural documentation.

Jessey Chooمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cultural Memory
• Entombed Epigraphy
• Everyday Life
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jessey Choo is an Associate Professor of Chinese History and Religion at Rutgers University–New Brunswick. Her research focuses on cultural and religious practices in China’s medieval period (200–1000 CE), including childbearing, death, memory, and women’s agency. She is affiliated with the Department of Asian Languages and Cultures. Ph.D., Princeton University (2009) M.A., Princeton University (2003) M.A., University of Toronto (1998) B.A., University of Rochester (1997) Her research encompasses Cultural Memory , Entombed Epigraphy , Everyday Life , and Women and Gender . She explores how medieval Chinese societies used burial practices and muzhiming (entombed epitaphs) to construct identity and memory, while tracing the role of childbearing in women’s religious salvation. Her work bridges historical, religious, and gender studies. Recent publications span themes such as funerary biographies , epigraphic analysis , and medieval cultural practices . The 2022 book Inscribing Death and ongoing projects like "From Damnation to Transcendence" and "Immortalized in Stone" reflect her interdisciplinary approach. Research Grant, Chiang Ching-kuo Foundation (2018–2019) Morphomata International Center Fellowship (2019) As a co-editor of Early Medieval China: A Sourcebook (2014) and Tales from Tang Dynasty China (2017), she has advanced pedagogical and research resources. Her courses include Major Traditions in Chinese Thought and Women in Pre-Modern China . No students are listed in the provided texts.

• Epigraphy
• Historical Graffiti
• Material Culture Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sonja Hermann is a Research Fellow at the University of Bonn, affiliated with the Department of Historical Fundamental Sciences and Archivistics. She has been a scientific staff member of the Arbeitsstelle Inschriften project since 2004, focusing on medieval epigraphy and material culture. Education: PhD (2011, University of Bonn, Dissertation: Die Inschriften der Stadt Essen ); Maîtrise d'histoire (2002, University of Bordeaux); BA in Medieval and Modern History, Art History, and Public Law (University of Bonn, 1998-2004). Research Interests: Epigraphy, historical graffiti, material culture, and interdisciplinary approaches to medieval inscriptions. Publication Trends: Her work spans medieval stone tablets, reliquaries, and architectural inscriptions, emphasizing digital documentation and cultural context. She contributes to epigraphic databases like German Inscriptions Online . Labs/Teams: Active in the Arbeitsstelle Inschriften team and serves on the scientific advisory board of In-Scription , an online journal for epigraphic studies.

Paul Bellendorfمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conservation Science
• Cultural Heritage Preservation
• Materials Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Paul Bellendorf is a Professor of Conservation Science at the Otto-Friedrich University Bamberg since 2018. His work bridges materials science and cultural heritage preservation , with a focus on climate change impacts, 3D documentation, and historical building materials. Contact: Am Zwinger 6, Room 01.03, 96047 Bamberg Email: paul.bellendorf@uni-bamberg.de Office Hours: Tuesdays 4:00–5:00 p.m. (by appointment) His research emphasizes sustainable conservation strategies and non-destructive testing , particularly for historical glass and stone surfaces. Recent publications address climate adaptation for monuments and resource-efficient preservation methods. Bellendorf leads the Chair of Restoration Science in Architectural Monument Preservation, collaborating with teams on projects like ClimateGlass and Nano-Cathedral . His 15 most recent articles explore topics such as 3D scanning, humidity impacts, and medieval materiality.

• Historical Geography
• Biblical Genealogies
• Ancient Near Eastern History
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Yigal Levin is an associate professor at the Israel and Golda Koschitzky Department of Jewish History at Bar-Ilan University. He received his Ph.D. in Land of Israel Studies from Bar Ilan University. His research focuses on historical geography and biblical genealogies, with special expertise in ancient Israelite territory, biblical boundaries, and the historical context of biblical narratives. His work often bridges textual analysis with archaeological evidence to provide deeper insights into biblical history. Prof. Levin has authored significant works including "The Chronicles of the Kings of Judah: 2 Chronicles 10-36" and co-edited "War and Peace in Jewish Tradition from Biblical Times to the Present." His scholarly contributions span biblical geography, ancient Near Eastern history, and the historical interpretation of biblical texts. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on biblical geography, particularly the territorial boundaries of ancient Israel, the historical context of biblical narratives, and the intersection of archaeology with textual analysis. His work often examines how ancient geopolitical realities shaped biblical descriptions of territory and settlement. Prof. Levin is a respected scholar in the field of biblical studies and historical geography, contributing to our understanding of ancient Israel's territorial claims, tribal settlements, and the historical context of biblical narratives.

Katherine S Forsythمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Celtic Studies
• Epigraphy
• Pictish Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Katherine S Forsyth (University of Glasgow) is a leading scholar in Celtic Studies, specializing in early medieval inscriptions, literacy, and cultural history. With degrees from Cambridge, Harvard, and fellowships from Oxford and UCL, her work bridges epigraphy, archaeology, and the cultural dynamics of Celtic-speaking peoples. Education: BA in Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic, Emmanuel College, Cambridge MA and PhD in Celtic Languages and Literatures, Harvard University Her research focuses on epigraphy (especially ogham ), Pictish studies , and the interplay between writing systems and societal structures. She has pioneered digital humanities projects like OG(H)AM (2021-24) and led the Centre for Doctoral Training in Celtic Languages (2016-23). Recent publications highlight trends in early Irish literature , medieval board games , and Scottish carved stones . Key themes include literacy as a socio-political tool and cross-cultural material transmission. Scientific Awards: Rhys Studentship (Jesus College, Oxford) Junior Research Fellowship (St Hilda’s College, Oxford) British Academy Institutional Research Fellowship (UCL) Principal Investigator roles in AHRC/UKRI-funded projects As a supervisor, she has guided students on topics spanning Pictish sculpture , Celtic manuscript culture , and inscribed objects . Her grants include £320k (UK) and €270k (Ireland) for OG(H)AM, and internal funding for Mapping Gaelic Glasgow .

Joanna Storyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Medieval History
• Manuscript Studies
• Archaeology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Joanna Story is a Professor of Early Medieval History at the University of Leicester's Department of History. She holds a BA in History and Archaeology (Durham, 1992) and a PhD in History (Durham, 1995), supported by a British Academy doctoral studentship. Her career includes roles as a temporary lectureship (1996), Senior Lecturer (2005), and promotion to full professor (2011). Her research focuses on early medieval manuscripts, inscriptions, art, and archaeological remains, particularly the Age of Charlemagne and mobility networks across Europe (Iceland to Baghdad before 1100CE). She conducts fieldwork in European archives and libraries, leveraging digitized primary sources. Research interests emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to early medieval evidence, including stone sculpture, manuscript illuminations, and material culture. Her work examines cultural transmission through travel, migration, and intellectual exchange, with a focus on Carolingian-era networks. Recent scholarship explores Mercian Studies, Anglo-Saxon manuscript cultures, and the legacy of Charlemagne's empire. Publications highlight interdisciplinary methodologies and global medieval connectivity, such as analyses of papal epitaphs, migration patterns, and manuscript circulation. While no specific named awards are listed, her doctoral funding from the British Academy underscores academic recognition. Teaching and supervision focus on early medieval history and cultural studies.

• Archaeology
• Cultural Heritage
• Spatial Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

PD Dr. Stefan Altekamp is a researcher affiliated with Topoi, an interdisciplinary collaborative research center focused on spatial environments, historical spaces, and their perception and representation. His work spans Topoi I (2007-12), Topoi II (2012-19), and Topoi Plus, contributing to the groups 'Space & Collective Identities' and 'Fragments, ruins and space: the perception and representation of ancient spaces in modern contexts.' Projects: 'Archaeotopia', 'Spoliierung und Transposition', 'Reuse and Redistribution of Latin Inscriptions in Post-Roman North Africa' Fields of Interest: Spoliation, Late Antique architecture, cultural heritage in North Africa and the Middle East, spatial analysis, collective identities, and post-Roman period studies. Altekamp’s research emphasizes the transformation of ancient spaces into modern contexts, examining processes of architectural reuse, cultural appropriation, and sociopolitical contestations over heritage sites like Carthage. His publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to understanding how historical spaces influence contemporary collective identities and heritage practices. His recent scholarly output includes edited volumes and articles analyzing spoliation centers, material redistribution, and global heritage dynamics. These works reflect a focus on epigraphy, urban archaeology, and the cultural production of archaeological spaces in the Mediterranean and Near East. Altekamp actively participates in academic discourse, organizing conferences and delivering talks on topics such as 'Authenticity and global archaeology' and 'Archaeotopia as a focus of collective identities.'

• Ancient Religions
• Magic in Antiquity
• Divine Epithets
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Thomas Galoppin is a researcher at Université Toulouse - Jean Jaurès, affiliated with the Patrimoine, Littérature, Histoire (PLH) laboratory. His scholarly work bridges classical archaeology, religious studies, and material culture analysis through interdisciplinary approaches to ancient Mediterranean practices. Specializes in divine nomenclature and ritual materiality Key contributor to collective volumes on polytheism mapping Develops network analysis methodologies for religious plurality Research trajectories examine: Animals as mediators in magical systems (2015 thesis) Lithic agency in ritual and medicinal contexts Visual representation of divine names on magic gems Recent publications demonstrate his focus on epigraphic analysis and cross-cultural religious dynamics. As member of the MAP-ERC project, he develops digital mapping of ancient belief systems while maintaining traditional philological rigor. Collaborates with international scholars including Corinne Bonnet and Antoine Laurent on: Polytheism network visualization Comparative theonym studies Semitic-Greek religious syncretism

Ryan Richard Overbeyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Buddhism
• Chinese religions
• Indian religions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ryan Richard Overbey is the Robert H.N. Ho Family Foundation Associate Professor in Buddhist Studies and Chair of the Religious Studies Department at Skidmore College . Holding a Ph.D. in the Study of Religion from Harvard University (2010) and an A.B. in Classics & Sanskrit from Brown University (2001), Dr. Overbey specializes in the intersection of Buddhist ritual theory and practice through critical analysis of esoteric traditions. Ph.D., Harvard University (2010) A.B., Brown University (2001) His research focuses on Buddhist Studies with particular emphasis on Chinese and Indian religions , Tantra , and digital humanities . Recent work involves the interpretation of dhāraṇī scriptures, Pure Land rituals, and Buddhist stone inscriptions across Central and East Asia. Dr. Overbey has received prestigious awards including the ACLS Ho Foundation Grant (2021–2022), Shinjō Itō Fellowship (2013–2015), and multiple Harvard University teaching accolades. His publications span editions of Buddhist scriptures and theoretical analyses of ritual practices. Books : The Vaults of Buddhas (under review), co-edited volumes with Brill and Oxford University Press Courses Taught : Introduction to Asian Studies, Buddhism and the Body, Religious Studies core curriculum

Signe Horn Fuglesangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Viking Art
• Medieval Art and Ornament
• Iconography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Signe Horn Fuglesang is a Professor at the University of Oslo's Department of Culture, Religion, Asian and Middle Eastern Studies. She holds a Dr. philos. from the University of Bergen (1975) and has held academic roles including Assistant Professor (1986) and Full Professor (1992). Her research focuses on Viking and medieval art, iconography, and interdisciplinary studies of art and texts. She has supervised over 30 master's and 10 doctoral students. Education: Began studies in art history and archaeology at Oslo and Bergen Universities (1956–1975). Conducted research in Rome, Washington DC, and Scandinavia, with guest lectures at Kiel, Cambridge, Cornell, and others. Positions include Director of the Centre for Viking and Medieval Studies (1999–2002) and member of the Norwegian Academy for Science and Letters. Research emphasizes Viking ornamentation, medieval iconography, and artifact production. Ongoing projects include Scandinavian art from 750–1150 CE and high medieval pewter spoons. Awards include Fellowship at the Norwegian Academy for Science and Letters. Key Awards: Fellow of the Norwegian Academy for Science and Letters Grants & Roles: Research Council Fellow (1984–86), Chair of Nansen Research Foundation (1999–2001) Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary Viking and medieval studies networks at IKOS (Oslo). Her work bridges archaeological artifacts with textual analysis, particularly in Norwegian and Scandinavian contexts.

Michael Radichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Buddhist Studies
• East Asian Religions
• Buddhist Textual Traditions
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Prof. Michael Radich is a Professor of Buddhist Studies at the University of Heidelberg since 2018, part of the Cluster of Excellence 'Asia and Europe in a Global Context'. Previously, he held positions at Victoria University of Wellington (Associate Professor in Religious Studies) and Kyoto University (Visiting Associate Professor). His research focuses on Buddhist textual traditions, particularly in Chinese and Indian contexts, with emphasis on Tathāgatagarbha doctrine, Yogācāra philosophy, and stone sutra inscriptions. He has authored seminal works like The Mahāparinirvāṇa-mahāsūtra and the Emergence of Tathāgatagarbha Doctrine (2015) and Buddhist Stone Sutras in China (2024). Education: PhD in East Asian Languages and Civilizations from Harvard University (2007), MA in Chinese Studies (Auckland, 1995), and BMus in Composition (Auckland, 1989). Research interests include comparative Buddhist studies, computational philology, and the transmission of Indic ideas into Chinese Buddhism. Recent projects involve analyzing Buddhist stone inscriptions in Northern China and computational methods for studying Paramārtha's corpus. His work bridges textual criticism, archaeology, and interdisciplinary approaches like psychoanalytic theory applied to Buddhist concepts. Awards : Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship (2015), CUE Teaching Excellence (2003), Harvard Departmental Fellowship (2000–2005). Grants & Collaborations : Director of the Heidelberg Academy's Buddhist Stone Inscriptions in Northern China project, leading initiatives like the Encounter of Chinese Buddhists with Indian Yogācāra Texts (2014–2017). He has co-edited volumes on Buddhist encyclopedias and served on editorial boards for journals like Singaporean Journal of Buddhist Studies and the Brill's Encyclopedia of Buddhism .

Bogna Łakomskaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chinese Art History
• Asian Art
• Art Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bogna Łakomska is a Professor at the Department of Art History and Theory, Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk. She earned her PhD (2007) and habilitation (2016) in art history from Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń. Her teaching focuses on art history, graphic design history, and theoretical master's thesis seminars. Specializes in Asian art with emphasis on Chinese visual culture Collaborates with the Polish Institute of World Art Studies and State Ethnographic Museum Active in international research projects and publications Her research spans over two decades, focusing on animal imagery in Chinese art, jade collecting practices, and historical Sino-European cultural exchanges. Key publications include Amateurs of 'Chinese' Culture in Old Poland (2008) and Collecting in China until the 12th Century CE (2015). Recent work explores Neolithic animal motifs and Bodhisattva iconography. Notable fellowships include National Taiwan Normal University (2004/2005), Science & Technology Fellowship to China (2009-2011), and Korean Cultural Partnership Initiative (2014). She edits the Art of the Orient book series since 2015.

Mayer Olivé Marcمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Latin Philology
• Epigraphy
• Classical Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marc Mayer Olivé is a Full Professor of Latin Philology at the University of Barcelona, with affiliations to the Institute for Catalan Studies and Spanish Royal Academy of History. He holds a Doctor honoris causa from the University of Budapest and has taught at international institutions including the University of Rome and UC Berkeley. His research focuses on Latin philology, epigraphy, and Roman history, with notable contributions to the study of Hispania's inscriptions and the Historia Augusta. He directs the Sylloge Epigraphica Barcinonensis and participates in the Corpus Inscriptionum Latinarum project. Awarded membership in prestigious academies such as the International Association of Greek and Latin Epigraphy, he has served as Director General for Cultural Heritage of Catalonia (1999-2003) and currently sits on the Board of Directors of the University of Sassari and editorial boards of classical studies journals. His over 375 publications include seminal works on Roman urban structures, epigraphic corpora, and historical methodologies. Mayer's work bridges textual analysis with archaeological evidence, particularly in understanding provincial administration and social organization in Roman Hispania.