جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Medieval History
• Church Reform
• Religious History of the High Middle Ages
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Brigitte Meijns is a full professor at KU Leuven's Faculty of Arts, where she leads research in medieval history with a focus on the 9th-13th centuries. She is affiliated with the Medieval Research Group in Leuven and is a member of LECTIO – KU Leuven Institute for the Study of the Transmission of Texts, Ideas and Images in Antiquity, the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Additionally, she serves on the Faculty Council of Arts, POC History, and the Research Council. Professor Meijns specializes in religious history of the High Middle Ages, particularly church reform movements, secular canons, and the relationship between religious institutions and societal structures in the Low Countries. Her research examines how religious communities interacted with political powers, how religious reforms transformed social structures, and how women exercised power within medieval religious contexts. She has developed expertise in analyzing both diplomatic and narrative sources to reconstruct medieval religious life. Recent scholarly output reveals a consistent focus on the religious and institutional history of medieval Flanders and the broader Low Countries region. Her publications demonstrate expertise in analyzing textual sources, paleography, and the relationship between religious reform movements and societal transformation. Meijns frequently examines how religious institutions adapted to changing political landscapes and how they influenced urban development and territorial formation. Professor Meijns currently leads multiple significant research projects including 'Too worldly? The secular canons of Liège and Metz in interaction with their environment (11th-13th century)', 'Women in the domain of rituals: a comparative analysis of early medieval Irish, Lombardic and Frankish legal texts', and 'Templars in the County of Flanders. Formation, implantation and the impact of the patrimony on the landscape (1127-1370)'. These projects receive funding through KU Leuven's Special Research Fund. She teaches courses in medieval history, Church and Religion in the Middle Ages, paleography, and historical methodology at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Her teaching emphasizes critical analysis of historical sources and understanding the complex relationship between religious institutions and medieval society.

• Media Ethics
• Journalistic Practices
• Visual Communication
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marina Georgieva Marinova serves as Senior Lecturer at the Department of Journalism and Public Relations within the Faculty of Modern Languages at St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo. Her academic profile centers on media studies, journalism ethics, and visual communication with extensive publication history spanning over two decades. Current Researcher in 'Stimulating Interdisciplinary Research in Media Education' project (2025) Participant in 'Humanities and Journalism in Globalization Process' initiative (2012) Active contributor to international conferences across Europe Her research interests focus on contemporary media challenges including digital transformation in journalism, ethical frameworks for media professionals, and the evolving relationship between visual communication technologies and audience engagement. She examines how television practices adapt to online environments while maintaining journalistic integrity during political crises and pandemics. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent exploration of media ethics across diverse contexts - from multicultural reporting to election coverage. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in television journalism formats, mobile reporting innovations, and the pedagogical aspects of media literacy education in the digital age. Dr. Marinova actively participates in academic knowledge transfer through conference presentations and collaborative research projects addressing current media industry transformations. Her teaching and research integrate practical journalism applications with theoretical frameworks, particularly evident in her project work establishing media innovation centers and developing interdisciplinary approaches to media education challenges.

Ziga Emersicمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biometrics
• Deep Neural Networks
• Computer Vision
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Žiga Emeršič is an Assistant Professor at the University of Ljubljana , Faculty of Computer and Information Science, and a member of the Computer Vision Laboratory (LRV). His research focuses on biometrics , deep neural networks , and computer vision with a specialization in ear-based recognition systems. IEEE Member (#98052610) Recipient of the European Biometrics Association Award (2021) and SDRV Excellence Plaque (2023) Co-organizer of international challenges in ear recognition and machine learning workshops His work addresses unconstrained ear detection , model compression for edge devices , and privacy-preserving biometric systems . He has contributed to AI education through EU projects like AIM@VET and developed curricula for computer vision and biometrics. Highlights: Published in top journals ( Neural Computing & Applications , IET Biometrics , Entropy ) Authored chapters in Springer publications on deep ear recognition and ocular biometrics Active in international conferences (IEEE, IAPR) with over 60 publications He has received special recognition for both research (2018) and teaching excellence (2016, 2019), and his work has been featured in media outlets across Slovenia.

Ante Perišaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Philosophy of Science
• Philosophy of Time and Space
• History of Croatian Philosophy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ante Periša serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Zadar, teaching core courses including Philosophy of Science 1, Philosophy of Science 2, Philosophy of Time and Space, and History of Croatian Philosophy. His academic profile reflects deep engagement with both continental and analytical philosophical traditions. His research spans Philosophy of Science (examining conceptual foundations of scientific practice), Philosophy of Time and Space (analyzing metaphysical and epistemological dimensions), and History of Croatian Philosophy (documenting national intellectual traditions). Significant contributions appear in Metaphorology through Blumenberg-inspired analyses of light/truth metaphors, and Existentialism via studies of Karl Jaspers. His interdisciplinary approach bridges philosophy with psychiatry, neuroscience, and cultural studies, evident in publications exploring AI ethics in mental healthcare, gender transition philosophy, and religious symbolism. Recent scholarly output (2022-2025) demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary rigor, with publications in Croatian and English addressing clinical-philosophical intersections. Key trends include therapeutic applications of perspective change, ethical dimensions of psychiatric assessment, and metaphorical structures underlying scientific concepts. His work maintains philosophical primacy while engaging empirical domains, reflecting philosophy's relevance to contemporary scientific and social challenges. Available for consultations Tuesdays 10:30-13:00 (room 245) at University of Zadar. Contact via anperisa@unizd.hr or +385 23 200 503.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Medical Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Nikhil Cherian Kurian is a Post Doctoral Researcher at the Australian Institute for Machine Learning under the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology at the University of Adelaide. He previously held a Senior AI Researcher position at Fujitsu Research of India Pvt Ltd (FRIPL) and completed his PhD at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, in May 2023. His research focuses on developing safe, fair, and trustworthy AI for medical image analysis, particularly in histopathology and radiology image interpretation for cancer diagnostics. His work emphasizes Deep learning algorithms for tumor heterogeneity and immune response modeling Magnification-invariant image analysis techniques Semi-supervised and robust training methods Recent publications highlight trends in cross-modal feature alignment , multi-scale architectures , and 5G data forecasting frameworks . While no formal awards are documented in the provided texts, his expertise bridges clinical imaging and AI development.

Tia Blassingameمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Book Arts
• Printmaking
• African American History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tia Blassingame is an Associate Professor of Art at Scripps College and proprietor of Primrose Press. Her work explores the intersection of race, history, and perception through printmaking and book arts, fostering nuanced discussions on race and racism. Blassingame has taught at institutions such as the National Building Museum and University of Maryland at College Park. MFA in Printmaking, Rhode Island School of Design MA in Book Arts, Corcoran College of Art & Design BA in Architecture, Princeton University Research Interests: Blassingame focuses on Artists' Books, Papermaking, Printmaking, African American History, American History, and Poetry. Her work interrogates racial identity, social justice, and historical narratives through tactile and visual media. Exhibition Trends: Her recent exhibitions (2020–2018) emphasize racial identity, historical critique, and the role of book arts in activism. Themes include mourning, warning, and redefining master narratives through printmaking. Collections: Her works are housed in prestigious institutions such as the Library of Congress, Yale University, and Tate Britain, underscoring her global impact on book arts and printmaking.

• European Literature
• 17th-18th Century French Literature
• French Language
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Odile Dussud is a Professor in the Department of French Literature at Waseda University's School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Her research bridges European literature and Japanese cultural reception, with a focus on 17th-18th century French works, classical antiquity, and postcolonial humanities. Specializes in French classical theater (Molière, Racine) and its Japanese adaptations Explores Fénelon's philosophical and literary influence across disciplines Investigates intersections of economic metaphors and emotional dynamics in drama Contributes to understanding disaster narratives in early modern French media Her recent publications analyze Marivaux's plays in Japan, Molière's timeless satire, and intertextual relationships between Fénelon and classical authors. She teaches courses ranging from French composition to graduate-level seminars on French literature and translation.

• Japanese Literature
• Chinese Literature
• Comparative Literature
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Marguerite Marie Parvulescu is affiliated with the School of Commerce at Waseda University, holding a PhD in Literature from Paris Diderot University (Paris 3). Her research bridges Japanese literature and Chinese literature , focusing on the interplay between poetry and visual arts. Key research areas: Japanese and Chinese literature, comparative art-literature studies, calligraphy, and cultural symbolism Teaching: Advanced French language courses with emphasis on film and contemporary topics Her scholarly work examines the intersection of text and image in East Asian traditions, particularly through letter painting (文人画) and its historical adaptations. Awards include the prestigious Shibusawa Claudel Prize , reflecting her contributions to Franco-Japanese cultural dialogue. Active in international collaborations, she has conducted research at Ca' Foscari University in Venice and Paris 3 University. She contributes to business administration research through comparative cultural analysis at Waseda's Research Institute of Business Administration.

Elisabeth Oy-Marraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern Art History
• Art Literature
• Political Iconography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Oy-Marra is a leading scholar in early modern art history at the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz . Her work bridges art literature , political iconography , and visual knowledge production with a focus on Rome–Paris cultural transfer . She directs major DFG-funded projects on Bellori’s editions and Felix Ganz’s lost collection. Education : PhD (1990, Frankfurt) on Florentine Renaissance tomb art Habilitation (2003, Bamberg) on Roman ceiling frescoes Her research explores: Artist biographies (Bellori, Agucchi) Intermediality (art-music relationships) Historiographic methodologies Gender discourses in Baroque art Sammlerpraxis and knowledge spaces Mythological and religious symbolism Recent publications analyze Bellori’s Vite and intermedial projects, while her DFG and DZK grants support innovative scholarship. She co-edits the Phoenix – Mainzer kunstwissenschaftliche Bibliothek series and leads the Interdisziplinären Arbeitskreises: „Italien“ . Scientific Awards : Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fellow (2011, 2019) Homestretch Fellow (2019) DFG habilitation scholarship (2001) DAAD international grant (1986-1987) Gerda Henkel Stipend (1991) In advising, she mentors Sabine Scherzinger (PhD on Felix Ganz) and has led doctoral groups since 2010. Her collaborative labs focus on visual epistemology and knowledge spaces , including the Schule des Sehens initiative.

Susanne Klengelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Latin American Literatures
• Cultural Theory
• Cultural Translation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Susanne Klengel is a Professor of Literatures and Cultures of Latin America at Freie Universität Berlin's Latin American Institute, where she leads research on transregional cultural dynamics, intellectual history, and Latin America-India relations. She co-directs the Maria Sibylla Merian Centre for Advanced Studies (Mecila) and the Research Center Brazil, emphasizing conviviality-inequality studies. Her research explores cultural translation, avant-garde movements, and memory discourses, with regional expertise spanning Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and the Caribbean. She edited the journal Iberoromania (2011–2018) and coordinates the DFG project 'Ex Oriente' on South-South literary exchanges. Klengel's recent publications analyze pandemic-era cultural production, Holocaust memory in Latin American literature, and Roberto Bolaño's aesthetic philosophy. Her work consistently bridges literary theory, visual culture, and transnational intellectual histories, reflecting a commitment to decolonial epistemologies. She mentors doctoral candidates in the International Research Training Group 'Temporalities of Future' and collaborates globally, including with El Colegio de México and the University of Oxford.

Heli Rekulaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Photography
• Contemporary Art
• Film and Video Art
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Heli Rekula is a Senior University Lecturer of Photography at Aalto University's Department of Art and Media since 2015, following six years as Professor of Photography at Bergen Academy of Art and Design. Her internationally exhibited artistic practice spans over 25 years with significant representation in major venues including the 49th Venice Biennale. Rekula's research interests focus on photographic art, contemporary visual culture, and the intersection of literature and visual media. Her work explores themes of identity, cultural memory, and environmental relationships through photographic and video documentation. She has developed significant expertise in Finnish photographic history, particularly regarding 1990s artistic production, and maintains strong connections with international art institutions across Finland, Norway, Sweden, and beyond. Her recent publications demonstrate consistent artistic output with 25 documented works since 2015, showing particular strength in exhibition-based research, literary-inspired visual projects, and historical photographic documentation. The trajectory reveals deepening engagement with Finnish cultural heritage while maintaining international relevance through exhibitions across Scandinavia and beyond. Ars Fennica Award (2002) for 'In Between Worlds' Finnish State Prize for Photographic Art (2005) Shortlisted for Carnegie Art Award (2012) Finnish Art Society's Literature Award (2014) for 'In Hemingway's Garden' As an academic mentor, Rekula has supervised multiple student exhibitions at prestigious venues including the Pitt Rivers Museum in Oxford, Savonlinna Provincial Museum, and Helsinki's Art Fair Suomi Festival. Her educational activities extend to curriculum development for master's level photography education and collaborative academic talks exploring the relationship between writing and visual art practice. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, her state-acquired works and ministry-supported exhibitions suggest significant public funding support for her artistic research.

Danuta Fjellestadمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Literature
• Postmodern Fiction
• Visual Culture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Danuta Fjellestad is a Professor of American Literature and Culture at Uppsala University's Department of English, holding this Chair Professorship since 2007. Previously, she served as Full Professor of American and Postcolonial Studies at Blekinge Institute of Technology (1998-2007) and Associate Professor at Göteborg University (1995-1998). She maintains active international affiliations as faculty member of Dartmouth College's Futures of American Studies Institute and has held visiting positions at Columbia University, University of Chicago, and others. Her research spans 20th-21st century American fiction , visual culture , and literary theory , with particular focus on postmodern/post-postmodern texts, word-image interactions, ethnic studies, and new media. Current book project The Pictorial Turn in Literature: Reading Fiction Today examines contemporary American literature's engagement with visual elements. Her scholarly approach integrates theoretical rigor with pedagogical innovation in higher education. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent exploration of intermediality (especially photography-literature relationships), evolving postmodern paradigms , and narrative innovation in digital contexts. Key trends include the 'pictorial turn' in contemporary fiction, post-postmodern cultural configurations, and transnational American studies frameworks. Fjellestad has secured significant research funding including Fulbright (2000-2001), Swedish Research Council (1995-1997), Bank of Sweden Tercentenary Foundation, and ACLS grants. She serves on the Swedish Research Council Board since 2010 and acts as expert for multiple national research agencies. Current editorial roles include Studia Neophilologica , Journal of Aesthetics and Culture , and Acta Universitatis Upsaliensis . Her academic leadership extends to conference organization and scholarly networks, with recent presentations addressing tactile multimodality in novels, graphic elements in narrative, and the 'next big thing' in literary studies. Professional activities demonstrate sustained engagement with both theoretical innovation and practical applications in humanities education.

Jacquelyn Tuerk-Stonbergمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Byzantine Art
• Medieval Art
• Magic and Material Culture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacquelyn Tuerk-Stonberg is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fine Arts at Kean University's College of Liberal Arts. She specializes in Byzantine and Medieval art, with a focus on magic, material culture, and women's studies. She is also a Fulbright Specialist in Art History and an affiliate faculty member in Jewish Studies. Education: Ph.D., University of Chicago, Late Antique and Byzantine Art History and Material Culture M.A., The State University of New York at Stony Brook, Art Theory and Criticism B.A., University of Virginia, Philosophy and Art History Research Interests: Her research delves into the intersection of art, magic, and culture in the Byzantine and Medieval periods. She explores how words, images, and performances shape human experiences, particularly through the study of amulets, icons, and sacred spaces. Her work also extends to contemporary art, examining its relationship to medieval precedents and issues of cultural inclusivity and gender. Publications and Exhibitions: Her recent publications focus on Byzantine amulets, magical thinking, and the semiotics of early Byzantine art. She has curated numerous exhibitions, including those on contemporary art, the Holocaust, and feminist artwork. Her upcoming book, Medieval Magic: How to do Things with Words and Images in Byzantium , examines the role of amulets in medicine, ritual, and religion. Awards and Honors: Fulbright Specialist in Art History Teacher Who Impacted Educational Growth (Gettysburg College) Nominated for Excellence in Teaching Award (Ohio State University) Teaching and Advising: She teaches a wide range of courses including Art History, Byzantine Art, Medieval Culture, and Women's Studies. She has directed projects in Women's Studies and led travel-learn courses to Spain. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes challenging and supporting students intellectually and personally.

Patricia Minacoriمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Translation Studies
• Technical Communication
• Multilingual Documentation Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patricia Minacori is a Lecturer at Université Paris Cité's UFR Intercultural Studies in Applied Languages (EILA), where she has held teaching responsibilities since 2008 for the L3 PRO Technical Writer and M2 Multilingual and Multimedia Documentation Design (CDMM) programs. She created the DU in English and Business Communication (DUACE) in 2009 and has maintained international collaborations, notably teaching at the French University of Egypt since 2012 and participating in the ERASMUS+ TecCOMframe project (2016-2018). Her research focuses on the intersection of translation studies and technical communication, with particular emphasis on pragmatic translation approaches, multilingual documentation design, and educational methodologies for professional communicators. Minacori's work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in technical writing, business communication, and work-study program development. She has pioneered approaches to teaching translation through project-based learning and integrated methodologies that connect classroom instruction with professional practice. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on complexity in technical communication, pragmatic translation approaches, and the development of competence frameworks. Her research trajectory shows increasing emphasis on multilateral international collaboration, virtual team dynamics, and the integration of technical communication with translation studies. The TecCOMframe project represents a significant contribution to standardizing technical communication education across European institutions. As an educator, Minacori has developed and managed comprehensive work-study programs that connect students with industry partners, reporting that 44 positions were available for 36 recruited students in 2021, with graduates typically securing employment within three months of completion. She teaches courses including L2 Introduction to Technical Writing, L3 PRO Technical Editor, M1 Scientific Translation, and M1 Oral Presentation. Her international engagement includes teaching French courses for translators and English-to-French translation courses at the French University of Egypt in Cairo, contributing to the development of translation professionals in a language pair with high demand from French companies and international organizations operating in Egypt.

Ira Sarmaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Literary and cultural studies
• Literary theory
• Textual criticism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ira Sarma is a Researcher at the Institute of Indology and Central Asian Studies at Leipzig University, where she has been working since 2007. She teaches Modern South Asian Studies and Hindi, contributing to the university's programs in South Asian cultures and languages. Dr. Sarma's academic journey began with studies in Cologne and Bonn, followed by significant positions at SOAS University of London (where she completed her PhD and served as a teaching assistant), Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (as a Hindi lecturer), and the Venice International University (as a visiting lecturer for one semester). Her research focuses on literary and cultural studies with particular expertise in literary theory, textual criticism, literary geography, visual storytelling, graphic novels, and adaptation studies. She has made substantial contributions to understanding Hindi literature and film, Margaret Bourke-White's Partition photographs, Indian graphic novels, and Indian horror literature. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges traditional literary analysis with contemporary visual culture studies, examining how narratives transform across media and historical contexts. Analysis of her recent publications (2018-2024) reveals a consistent focus on adaptation processes, visual storytelling techniques, and South Asian cultural representations. Her work demonstrates growing interest in graphic narratives and their relationship to traditional literary forms, as well as the political dimensions of visual representation in South Asian contexts. Dr. Sarma is currently working on two research projects focused on adaptation, continuing her exploration of how narratives travel across time, space, and media forms in South Asian cultural production.