Scholars and students working in the field of Dante studies are welcome to join the Observatory as affiliated researchers to conduct their research.

Please, take a look at completed or ongoing research projects on this page.

Description
During their stay, the selected researchers will have the opportunity to experience academic life at Utrecht University, participate in academic exchanges that will strengthen their network, and have full access to the university library’s rich collections and other facilities.

For their part, they are expected to fully engage in the Observatory’s activities, specifically:
– publish the research findings in a journal or as chapter of a volume (giving credit that the research was done at ODS);
– attend lectures and the Dante course;
– participate in the annual ODS conference, presenting a poster of their project.

Requirements
The project must represent advanced research. Selection criteria will include:
– relevance of the topic to the objectives of the ODS;
– originality of the insights and hermeneutics;
– methodological expertise;
– relevance to the digital and/or transmedia humanities.

Terms
The affiliation is granted after approval by the ODS-coordinator and by the Institute for Cultural Inquiry (ICON) for a period of six months, with the possibility of an extension of up to one year.
During the study period, affiliates will continue to be financially supported by their home institution.

Application
Applications can be submitted at any time.
To apply, candidates must complete this form with a description of their project, their stated motivations, and attach an updated CV.