About
Giovanni Capoccia is a Professor in the Department of Politics and International Relations at the University of Oxford and a Visiting Scholar at the Centre for European Studies and Comparative Politics (CEE) at Sciences Po. His academic work bridges comparative political theory and empirical analysis of contemporary democratic challenges.
His research focuses on the dynamics of democratic governance, with particular emphasis on democratic backsliding, the radical right, and institutional responses to illiberalism in established liberal democracies. He explores how political actors and institutions resist or accommodate anti-pluralist movements, contributing to debates on democratic resilience and erosion.
While specific publications are not listed, his research interests align with major current themes in comparative politics and European studies, particularly concerning the fragility of democratic norms and the strategies deployed to defend them. His affiliation with CEE highlights his active role in transnational scholarly networks focused on democracy and European integration.
- Scientific focus on democratic backsliding and radical right movements
- Engagement with policy-relevant debates on democratic resilience
- Inter-institutional collaboration between Oxford and Sciences Po
Capoccia advises emerging scholars in political science and contributes to high-level academic discourse through seminars and collaborative research. Though no grants or formal advising roles are specified, his professorial status and visiting position indicate leadership in research initiatives. His work is likely supported by major research councils or academic networks given his institutional affiliations.
He is associated with the research ecosystem of the Centre for European Studies and Comparative Politics at Sciences Po, participating in thematic seminars and cross-disciplinary projects related to the transformations of democracy, European integration, and state responses to political extremism.
