Emre Yildirim

Emre Yildirim is a Doctor Lecturer in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Bandirma Onyedi Eylul University, currently serving since 2018. Previously, he held positions at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University from 2012–2018 as a Doctor Lecturer and Research Assistant. His academic roles include teaching courses on political theory, nationalism, migration, and Turkish political history. He has supervised master’s theses on topics such as migration philosophy, cultural adaptation, and nationalism debates.

His research focuses on nationalism, modernity critiques, political philosophy (Deleuze, Habermas), and the intersection of food culture with national identity. He authored books like *Blue Anatolian Movement* (2024) and *The European Idea* (2023). He has held administrative roles including Farabi Coordinator and Deputy Head of Department. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary political issues, emphasizing identity formation, cultural diplomacy, and democratic theory.