Marc Stears

Marc Stears serves as a Professor of Political Science and Director of the UCL Policy Lab at University College London. His work bridges political science, cognitive psychology, and public health through interdisciplinary research focused on autism, social inequality, and pandemic policy responses.

• Current affiliation: University College London Department of Political Science
• Key research areas: Autism studies, social inequality, crisis governance, and ethical research frameworks

Recent research trends highlight his focus on pandemic impacts on marginalized communities, particularly autistic individuals, with publications analyzing:

• COVID-19's disproportionate mental health effects
• Ethical challenges in participatory autism research
• Border policy implications during global crises
• Remote learning adaptations during lockdowns
• Health equity considerations
• Social support systems under stress