About
Mag. Dr. Thomas Roithner is a peace researcher and lecturer at the Institute of Political Science, University of Vienna. He holds the title of Privatdozent and focuses on peace studies, international relations, and nuclear disarmament. His work includes analyzing global security policies, conflict resolution strategies, and environmental sustainability. Roithner is affiliated with the Internationaler Versöhnungsbund (International Reconciliation League) and actively contributes to initiatives like the Nuclear Ban Treaty. He maintains a professional homepage at thomasroithner.at and is accessible via email at thomas.roithner@univie.ac.at.
Research interests span topics such as the interplay between environmental governance and peacebuilding, post-conflict reconciliation, and the role of international law in arms control. His recent engagement includes discussions on the 80th anniversary of the first atomic test and reflections on Nelson Mandela's legacy in peace advocacy.
Roithner collaborates with organizations like the Working Group on Peace and Development (FriEnt) and frequently addresses public audiences through media appearances and social platforms.
