Marcus Buck

Marcus Buck is a researcher at the University of Tromsø, focusing on political science, governance, and social sciences. His work explores intersections between electoral dynamics, community development, and the long-term impacts of authoritarian rule.

• Research Themes: Center-periphery dynamics, fisheries community sustainability, hybrid party systems, and transitions from authoritarianism.
• Collaborations: Frequently co-authors with scholars like Jonas Stein, Hilde Bjørnå, and Sigbjørn Svalestuen.

Key Contributions: His 2006 doctoral thesis analyzed Spain's democratic consolidation post-Franco, while recent articles (2019–2022) examine political trust in Norway, population trends in fisheries-dependent communities, and Sami electoral politics.

Publications: Peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, including ecological studies on Spain and policy-focused analyses of Norwegian local governance.