Our team

The CIPSH –  UG Legon Chair on Linguistics and Biodiversity, Adams Bodomo is a University Professor of African Studies and Chair of African Languages and Literatures at the University of Vienna, where he also directs the Research Centre for Global African Diaspora Studies (GADS). A renowned scholar, he has lectured and published extensively on linguistics, literature, diaspora studies, and international relations, particularly Africa–China–West engagements. He has held academic positions as a lecturer, visiting scholar, or professor at esteemed institutions across four continents, including the University of Ghana, the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Stanford University, and the University of Hong Kong. At the latter, he founded and directed the first African Studies program in southern China before transitioning to his current role at the University of Vienna. Beyond his expertise in language and literature, he has conducted significant research in health humanities and explored linguistic and cultural approaches to biodiversity conservation. With his vast interdisciplinary knowledge and academic leadership, he provides invaluable expertise, guidance, and mentorship, ensuring the successful execution of this project.