Koustova will delve into the century-long struggle over monuments in Russia, investigating how historical memory, political retribution, and Sovietization efforts have left lasting impacts on the country’s urban landscapes. Her research spans significant events like the 1917 Russian Revolution and the Second World War, with a particular focus on post-war Soviet retribution and the forced Sovietization of Lithuania. Koustova is also the co-author of the recently published book, Déportés pour l’éternité: Survivre à l’exil stalinien.