Great researcher of Georgian history and Georgian Oriental studies

Abstract

Today, numerous scholars and researchers are actively eng­aged in the development of Georgian Oriental Studies, particularly Tur­kology. It is my privilege to highlight the fruitful academic contri­butions of Professor Giuli Alasania, a distinguished researcher of the Middle Ages, modern, and contemporary history, politics, and civili­zation of the Near East and Georgia. Professor Alasania holds a doctorate in historical sciences and is a co-founder and former pre­sident of the University of Georgia, alongside Prof. Manana Sanadze.

For several decades, Prof. Giuli Alasania has been dedicated to teaching and research across various higher education institutions in Georgia, including Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, the International Black Sea University, and the University of Georgia. Her long and distinguished career has earned her deep respect, and colleagues. Through tireless dedication and exemplary professionalism, she has achieved significant milestones in the academic field. This is evidenced by her extensive body of published works, including scho­larly articles, research papers, and monographs. Many of these serve as indispensable resources for students, available in both Georgian and foreign languages.

While Prof. Alasania’s primary research focuses on the medieval history of Georgia and the Near East, her academic interests extend to a broad range of topics. She actively participates in international scientific conferences, symposiums, and congresses, where she shares her expertise with Georgian and international colleagues alike.

Moreover, Prof. Alasania is a contributor to and author of numerous noteworthy grant projects. Her continuous commitment to exploring critical and controversial events in Georgian history enriches the scholarly community. Her work stands as a testament to the enduring impact of rigorous historical inquiry and the advancement of Georgian Oriental Studies on the global stage.