If we imagine Europe in terms other than those of its nation-states, we have to consider alternative ways of defining its constitutive elements. This is where large and small regions come into play, for they have longer histories than nation-states. These can range from the extensive relics of confederations or imperial structures that go back to dynastic territorial powers, to regions bound by language, culture and religion, and to landscapes defined by natural features. Nonetheless, many of the historical narratives associated with these regions have been eclipsed or forgotten, especially in cases where they have not been adopted and nurtured within the scope of national histories.

A further alternative approach is to conceive of Europe in relation to its cities. What does their Europeanness consist in? Can we deduce European history from urban history without falling into the trap of national narratives?

Current projects are:

Pruzzenland as a Region of Broken Memories. Reconstruction and Representation of European Historical Space in Germany, Poland, Lithuania and Russia since 1900

Upper Silesia's Cultural Heritage (English version under construction)

Historiana: Exploring European History and Heritage. Helping Educators in Secondary Schools to Teach about European History and Heritage from Multiple Perspectives. (English version under construction)