Professor Dr. Philippe Genequand

Biography

Philippe Genequand (PhD, University of Geneva) is a Professor in the Department of History at the Université de Montréal and a member of the Centre for Medieval Studies. He teaches at various educational levels and supervises research projects focusing on the Middle Ages and earlier eras. His expertise includes the social, political, and cultural dynamics of the medieval period, exemplified through investigations into the Pontifical Court and government structures of late medieval Europe. Genequand's current research explores the legacy of the Middle Ages in contemporary society, particularly through the lens of the entertainment industry and the conceptual ties between historical narratives and modern representations. He is involved in several major book projects, including topics on the mathematics of the Middle Ages and the demilitarization of the medieval clergy. Genequand actively contributes to university administration, serving in various committees and councils, including the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the Council of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, while also taking on responsibilities related to interdisciplinary programs and graduate student supervision.

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