We are delighted to introduce the newest members of the prestigious Michigan Society of Fellows. After an extensive selection process from over 860 highly qualified applicants, six outstanding scholars have been chosen to embark on an exciting three-year journey as postdoctoral fellows and non-tenure track assistant professors at the University of Michigan.
These distinguished fellows were selected for their exceptional scholarship and their commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary research. During their tenure at Michigan, they will contribute to the academic community through innovative teaching and pioneering research, embodying the spirit of intellectual exploration that the Society of Fellows stands for.
A Focus on Exceptional Scholarship
The new junior fellows each bring a unique perspective and expertise to their respective fields, which include law, astronomy, history of art, and more. These scholars will engage with diverse research questions, from the microcosms of everyday life in historical contexts to the vast reaches of space. The interdisciplinary nature of their work promises to foster cross-departmental collaborations and enhance the educational experience for students and faculty alike.
The new junior fellows, with their affiliated department at Michigan, their degree-granting institution, and their research project are:
Aabid Allibhai
Law (Michigan Law), Harvard University “Belinda Sutton’s World: Everyday Life, Legal Claims, and Political Activism”
Amber Jacob
Middle East Studies (LSA), New York University “Scientific Knowledge Exchange: Medical Multiculturalism in Graeco-Roman Egypt”
Teresa Paneque-Carreño
Astronomy (LSA), Leiden University “Structure, Chemistry and Turbulence at the Origins of Planets”
Erik Peterson
Physics (LSA), Duke University “Supernova Cosmology: Peculiar Velocities, the Near Infrared, and Dust” Sylvia Ryerson – American Culture (LSA), Yale University “Listening Past Carceral Power in Central Appalachia”
Sylvia Ryerson
American Culture (LSA), Yale University “Listening Past Carceral Power in Central Appalachia”
Phoebe Springstubb
History of Art (LSA), Massachusetts Institute of Technology “The Inhabited Arctic: Architecture, Land, and the Politics of Time in the Bering Strait”
Looking Forward
We warmly welcome these exceptional scholars to the University of Michigan and eagerly anticipate the significant contributions they will make to our vibrant academic community. Their groundbreaking work promises to foster a new era of intellectual growth and interdisciplinary collaboration. With projects ranging from exploring the complexities of historical legal systems to examining the cosmic phenomena that shape our universe, each fellow is poised to make a lasting impact. Stay tuned for the inspiring advancements they are set to achieve in the coming years!
By nurturing a scholarly environment underpinned by curiosity and innovation, the Michigan Society of Fellows continues to lead the way in academic excellence and discovery.