Fitzgerald

Dr Fitzgerald is a researcher at Dublin City University's School of Law and Government, contributing to critical studies of terrorism, security, and political communication. Their work bridges academic analysis with real-world policy implications, particularly in counterterrorism strategies and disinformation dynamics. Fitzgerald has collaborated with media organizations like the Irish Independent on initiatives such as the Vote Smart tool, enhancing electoral transparency through policy analysis.

Research interests include the interplay of religion and disinformation in elections, the ethics of content moderation, and the societal memory of traumatic events like 9/11. Their scholarship spans theoretical contributions (e.g., QAnon conspiracy frameworks) and applied policy critiques (e.g., CVE programs). Fitzgerald’s interdisciplinary approach integrates autoethnography, reflexive methodologies, and discourse analysis.

Publications highlight themes of security governance, the politics of forgetting, and the intersection of humanitarianism with security frameworks. Despite no explicitly listed grants or awards, their work demonstrates sustained engagement with frontline practitioners and policymakers. Fitzgerald’s contributions are further contextualized through collaborations with international scholars and advisory roles in media-driven civic projects.