About
Marcus Michaelsen is a Research Fellow affiliated with the Law, Science, Technology and Society (LSTS) research group at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. His work focuses on digital transnational repression against political activists, journalists, and human rights defenders in exile and diaspora communities.
His research spans several interconnected fields:
- Digital transnational repression
- Human rights
- Media studies
- Communication studies
- Surveillance studies
- Political activism
Marcus Michaelsen has received significant recognition for his work, including:
- Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowship through the European Union's Horizon 2020 program
- Senior Information Controls Fellowship with the Open Technology Fund
His scholarly contributions have been published in reputable academic journals including Globalizations, Surveillance & Society, The International Journal of Communication, and Global Networks, demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach to understanding how digital technologies are weaponized against vulnerable populations across national borders.
