Magnus Lundgren

Magnus Lundgren is a Senior Lecturer in Political Science at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Political Science. His research focuses on international organizations, negotiations, and global governance, particularly examining topics like AI regulation, conflict mediation, and UN Security Council dynamics. He holds a Master's in Politics from Uppsala University, a Master in Public Policy from Harvard University, and a PhD from Stockholm University.

Teaching responsibilities include courses on international administration, global governance, and quantitative methods at the master's level. His work bridges practical policy experience—having previously worked at the UN in Bangladesh—with academic research on institutional effectiveness and conflict resolution.

Research interests emphasize understanding how international organizations address global challenges like climate change, migration, and security through effective and legitimate governance structures. Key projects include analyzing AI regulation in the EU and studying barriers to conflict mediation in Syria. His publications explore themes such as UN Security Council threat perceptions, proscription of armed groups, and negotiation dynamics in multilateral settings.

No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned. His research profile highlights contributions to datasets on UNSC voting explanations, armed actor proscription, and peacekeeping mandates, reflecting a methodological focus on quantitative analysis and policy-relevant outputs.