Naomi Makowska ^new^ -

is a distinguished historian and scholar specializing in the social and cultural history of early modern Italy. Her research primarily examines the intersections of gender, religion, and the production of knowledge, with a particular focus on how non-elite women navigated the legal and social boundaries of the 16th and 17th centuries.

Beyond her research, Makowska is an active member of the global academic community: naomi makowska

Analyzing the circulation of "love magic" and the conjuring of spirits among women. is a distinguished historian and scholar specializing in

She completed her doctoral studies at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, successfully defending her dissertation in November 2025. She completed her doctoral studies at Queen’s University

Makowska’s academic journey is rooted in Canadian institutions known for their rigorous historical research:

She contributes to the field by reviewing recent literature, including works on non-elite women's networks for academic journals.

During her time at Queen’s University, she designed and taught specialized undergraduate courses, such as "Women in Early Modern Italy, 1500-1700," which explores the lives of noblewomen, nuns, and "witches".