Peter Jones

Peter Jones is a Research Fellow at De Montfort University, affiliated with the School of Leadership, Management and Marketing. His work bridges social research, human geography, and accessibility, with a focus on inclusion in aviation and identity in sacred spaces.

Education:

• BSc (1st Class Hons) in Geography, Aberystwyth University, 2015
• MA in Contemporary Human Geography Research Methods, 2018
• PhD in Human Geography, University of Leicester, 2024

His research expertise lies in diversity and inclusion, particularly in the contexts of disability, sexuality, gender, faith, and aviation environments. He explores how marginalized identities navigate public and sacred spaces, with recent work on LGBTQIA+ experiences in religious settings and disabled passengers in air travel systems. His interdisciplinary approach combines qualitative geography, social policy, and creative methodologies.

The recent publications highlight emerging trends in accessible transportation and intersectional identity research, reflecting a commitment to socially impactful scholarship at the nexus of policy, technology, and human experience.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards listed.

As a Research Fellow, Peter Jones contributes to externally funded research projects, including a UKRI/ESRC initiative (2023–2024) on embedding disabled passenger needs into the UK’s Advanced Air Mobility ecosystem. He actively disseminates findings through academic conferences such as UTSG 2024. While no formal advisees are listed, his role involves collaborative research and knowledge exchange.

He is involved in research related to Future Flight and airport security, contributing to a growing body of work on equitable aviation systems and inclusive spatial design.