About
Thierry Balzacq is a Full Professor of International Relations at Sciences Po and Professorial Fellow at CERI-Sciences Po. His expertise spans International Relations, Security Studies, and Grand Strategy, with a focus on topics like cybersecurity and diplomatic studies. Balzacq holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and completed postdoctoral studies at Harvard University.
- Research Leadership: Co-convenor of the Global Initiative on Comparative Grand Strategies (GICGS); Editor of the Oxford Studies in Grand Strategy book series.
- Advisory Roles: Advised the EU Commission, EU Parliament, and Australian Department of Home Affairs on security matters.
- Scientific Recognition:
- Stanford/Elsevier 'World’s Top 2% Scientists' (2020–present) for 'International Relations'.
- Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Diplomacy and International Security.
- Awarded a Francqui Research Chair (Belgium’s highest academic title) at the University of Namur.
- Editorial Contributions: Serves on the editorial boards of Security Studies and Critical Studies on Security.
Balzacq’s recent publications analyze 21st-century security dynamics, including cybersecurity frameworks, grand strategy research programs, and military service cultures. He has held visiting professorships at institutions such as the London School of Economics, Central European University, and Australian National University.
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