"Our time needs self-confident historians, who can problematise prevailing social and economic theories and viewpoints," says FiDiPro Professor Bo Stråth, an expert in European history. Stråth is convinced that historical research can also strengthen our understanding of the present day.
When one moves abroad there are various phases of adjustment one goes through – initially one becomes fascinated with the new country and sees all the advantages over the familiar environments of home.