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Arthur Asseraf is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of History at the University of Cambridge, specializing in history from modern France to the Francophone world, with a particular focus on colonialism, race, media history, and the dynamics of news production in colonial contexts. He was born and raised in Paris and came to the UK to continue his studies at Cambridge. His research career has included periods of study in the USA, UK, and Lebanon before joining the History Faculty in 2017. In addition to his research and teaching responsibilities, Asseraf actively engages with contemporary issues in North Africa and France through various media formats. His landmark book, "Electric News in Colonial Algeria," explores the transformation of news circulation in colonial society, using a diverse range of sources including newspapers, radio, and manuscripts spanning multiple languages. This research has prompted new discussions on the role of media in colonial societies.
University of Cambridge • Cambridge, ENG, GB
Teaching and researching modern European history, focusing on colonialism and media history.
Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.