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Bart Cammaerts is Professor of Politics and Communication at the Department of Media and Communications , London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). He previously served as Head of the Department and held academic roles at LSE since 2005, including Lecturer , Senior Lecturer , and Associate Professor . Earlier, he conducted postdoctoral research at LSE (Marie Curie Fellowship, 2003–2005), the University of Amsterdam (2002–2003), and doctoral research at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (1997–2002). Education: MA in Political Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (1996) PhD in Social Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (2002) Research Focus : Interdisciplinary work at the intersection of media and communication studies and political science , emphasizing the dialectic interplay between media and resistance, alternative media, protest movements, and critical analyses of neo-fascism normalization. His methodological approach combines quantitative (surveys, content analysis) and qualitative (interviews, discourse analysis) methods. Publications include books on anti-austerity protests , youth participation in democracy , and mediation of protest movements , reflecting themes like media strategies of activists , symbolic resistance , and hegemonic struggles . He is currently writing books on Dichotomies in Media Theory and the War on Woke . Scientific Awards Marie Curie Fellowship Postdoctoral Funding from EU’s 5th Framework Program Doctoral Supervision : Supervises Jessica Kong and has mentored Jessica Baines , Brooks DeCillia , and Cornelia Reyes Acosta to completion. He has taught postgraduate courses including Mediated Resistance and Activism , Political Communication in Democracies , and Modern Campaigning Politics .

• Political Communication
• Media and Communication Studies
• Social Movements
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Claus Lamm is a Full Professor of Biological Psychology at the University of Vienna , where he leads the Social, Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Unit (SCAN-Unit) . He serves as Vice Dean for Research and Advancement of Early Career Researchers at the Faculty of Psychology and holds affiliations with the Vienna Cognitive Science Hub , Environment & Climate Change Hub , and Austrian Academy of Sciences . His academic career spans international collaborations and formative research experience abroad. Scientific Focus: Lamm investigates the neural underpinnings of empathy and prosocial behavior , employing multi-modal approaches combining neuroimaging, psychopharmacology, and psychoneuroendocrinology . His work extends to comparative studies with ravens and dogs, and explores environmental social neuroscience through climate change decision-making research. Recent publications show trends in cross-cultural psychology , machine learning applications , and neurobiological pathways related to social behavior. Awards & Grants: Recipient of the APS Mentor Award for his support of early career researchers. Funded by European Research Council , Austrian Science Fund , Vienna Science and Technology Fund , and intramural grants exceeding €10 million. Key projects include "Unravelling the opioid system in empathy" and "Comparative dog-human fMRI" . Media Engagement: A prominent public science communicator, Lamm has appeared in Nature , Science Magazine , and Austrian media outlets like Ö1 Mittagsjournal and ORF2 , discussing topics from pandemic psychology to social media effects . He maintains active outreach through Science TV and educational programs .

• Empathy
• Prosocial Behavior
• Social Neuroscience
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Mark Coeckelbergh is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Vienna, specializing in the philosophy of technology, AI ethics, and robot ethics. He is affiliated with the Department of Philosophy and the Research Network Data Science at the University of Vienna. In addition to his academic position, Coeckelbergh has held significant roles including Former President of the Society for Philosophy and Technology (SPT) and Member of the European Commission's High-Level Expert Group on Artificial Intelligence (AI HLEG). His research focuses on the ethical, political, and philosophical implications of emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence and robotics. Coeckelbergh has published extensively in these areas, authoring influential books such as Robot Ethics (2022), The Political Philosophy of AI (2022), and Why AI Undermines Democracy and What To Do About It . His work explores how AI systems affect democratic processes, human agency, and social relationships. Recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the relationship between AI, democracy, and ethical governance, examining how AI systems can both threaten and potentially enhance democratic processes through algorithmic transparency and participatory design approaches. Finalist of the World Technology Award 2017 Coeckelbergh teaches various courses including 'Introduction to Philosophy of LLMs,' 'LLMs and the Future of Writing,' 'Ethics and Robotics,' and 'Global Governance of AI.' He has supervised numerous students working on topics related to technology ethics and philosophy. He has been involved in several major research projects including H2020 PERSEO, WWTF Democracy Responsible Entrepreneurship, and FP7 DREAM (Development of Robot-Enhanced therapy for children with Autism spectrum disorders). Coeckelbergh has also announced upcoming guest professorships at the Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences and Uppsala University, where he will work on environmental and technology ethics projects.

• AI Ethics
• Robot Ethics
• Political Philosophy of AI
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Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dorothee Bohle is a Professor of Comparative Politics focusing on Southeast and Eastern Europe at the University of Vienna's Department of Political Science. Previously, she held positions at the European University Institute (Florence) and the Central European University (Budapest). She specializes in comparative political economy, institutional political economy, and welfare state analysis, with a focus on capitalist diversity in Europe's periphery. Education includes studies at Hamburg, Paris, and Berlin, followed by a PhD from the Free University of Berlin (2001). Her career includes roles as Dean of Post-Graduate Studies at the European University Institute and leadership in the Max Weber Programme. Research interests encompass the political economy of crises (e.g., financial crisis, pandemic responses), East Central Europe's socio-economic dynamics, housing regimes, and FDI-led growth models. She critiques neoliberal policies and explores resilience in peripheral economies. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks (e.g., varieties of capitalism) with empirical studies of EU integration impacts. She contributes to debates on democratic erosion and authoritarian trends in post-socialist states.

• Comparative Political Economy
• Political Economy of Europe
• Central and Eastern European Politics
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Professor Richard Bellamy is a leading scholar in political science and constitutional theory at University College London (UCL) and serves as a Senior Fellow at the Hertie School, Berlin. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and has held visiting positions across Europe and Australia. Doctor of Philosophy , University of Cambridge (1983) MA Cantab , University of Cambridge (1979) His research spans democratic theory , republicanism , constitutionalism , and EU studies , with a focus on Italian political thought and global ethics . His recent articles explore rule of law , data ethics , and EU differentiated integration . He has authored over 150 publications and 11 monographs, including the acclaimed Political Constitutionalism . Key awards include: Fellow of the British Academy (2022) 2016 PADEMIA Research Award Serena Medal (2012) David and Elaine Spitz Prize (2009) Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (2008) Member, Academia Europaea (2024) Bellamy has supervised 24 PhD students and led major Leverhulme , ESRC , and European Commission projects. His current work includes Defending the Political Constitution (Oxford UP) and The Democratic Prince (political leadership study). He co-edits The Cambridge Companion to Constitutional Theory and The Cambridge Dictionary of Political Thought .

• Democratic Theory
• Comparative Politics
• EU Studies
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Prof. Oliver Marchart holds a Professorship for Political Theory at the Institute of Political Science, University of Vienna since 2016. He previously held positions at the Düsseldorf Art Academy (2012-2016), University of Lucerne (2006-2012), and University of Basel (2001-2006). His academic journey includes a Master's in Philosophy from the University of Vienna, a PhD from the University of Essex, and dual habilitation in Philosophy and Sociology from Lucerne. Research focuses on political theory, democratic theory, social movement analysis, and political discourse. He co-leads the 'Constructivist Theories of Politics' working group at the German Association for Political Science. Current research projects include ERC-funded 'PREDEF' (2022-2027) exploring democratic futures and ANA-funded 'AGONART' analyzing cultural policy conflicts. His scholarly contributions span monographs, edited volumes, and articles addressing antagonism, radical democracy, and post-foundational theories. Awards include prestigious fellowships at Columbia University, Konstanz, and multiple IFK Vienna residencies. Grants include 'Making Democracy' (2017-2019) examining youth negotiations of democratic values. Education: Master's in Philosophy (University of Vienna) PhD in Political Science (University of Essex) Habilitation in Philosophy/Sociology (University of Lucerne) Key Grants: ERC Advanced Grant (2022-2027) Anniversary Fund of the Austrian National Bank (2020-2022) Sparkling Science Program (2017-2019) Editorial roles include Traces (Cornell UP), Acta Philosophica , and Polemics series. Research integrates theoretical rigor with contemporary challenges in democracy and cultural politics.

• Political Theory
• Social Theory
• Democratic Theory
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Mag. Dr. Sergej Seitz is a Project Associate (postdoc) in the ERC Advanced Grant 'Prefiguring Democratic Futures' at the University of Vienna's Institute of Political Science (Faculty of Social Sciences). Previously, he held roles as a University Assistant (postdoc) at the University of Innsbruck's Institute of Philosophy and a research associate in the FWF project 'Language and Violence: The Ethico-Political Turn to Language after the Linguistic Turn.' He studied Philosophy and German Philology at the Universities of Vienna and Paris VIII. His research focuses on political philosophy, social philosophy, philosophy of language, radical democratic theories, discourses of alterity, and theories of linguistic violence. He has contributed to special issues like Politics of Truth (Le foucaldien) and Language, Ethics, Politics (Journal of Practical Philosophy), and co-edited Judith Butler's Philosophy of the Political . He participates in the ERC-funded project led by Prof. Oliver Marchart, exploring democratic futures through interdisciplinary political theory. His recent publications analyze normativity in ethical-political frameworks (Honneth/Derrida/Levinas), post-truth critiques, and Rancière's theories of political figures and resistance. Seitz has held teaching and research roles across institutions, with a focus on global and intercultural philosophy. He actively contributes to academic editing and international collaboration in critical theory and political philosophy.

• Political Philosophy
• Social Philosophy
• Philosophy of Language
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Prof. Fabio Wolkenstein is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science, University of Vienna, and Head of Department. He holds a PhD in Political Theory from the London School of Economics (2016), an M.Sc. in Political Sociology (LSE, 2011), and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Vienna (2009). Research Interests: Wolkenstein specializes in democratic theory, political parties, representation, and Christian/Social Democracy. His work explores democratic backsliding, institutional reforms, and transnational party dynamics. He has conducted research at Aarhus University (2017–2021), Goethe University Frankfurt, and the University of Amsterdam (2020–2021). Publications: His recent works include Political Representation as Communicative Practice (2025), Democratic Regressions: Subversions of Popular Rule (2023), and Die dunkle Seite der Christdemokratie (2019). He has authored over 80 peer-reviewed articles on democratic theory, party systems, and constitutionalism. Grants & Projects: Lead researcher on the 2024 project 'Social justice or cancel culture? Gender-just language and academic freedom in Germany' (funded by external grants). Previously held a VENI Grant from NWO (2020–2021) for research on party reforms. Labs/Teams: Engaged with transnational research networks on democratic theory and EU party systems. Collaborates with scholars at Goethe University, Freie Universität Berlin, and the London School of Economics.

• Democratic theory
• Political parties and representation
• Political ideologies (Christian Democracy, Social Democracy)
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Rainer Bauböck is a Research Professor at the European University Institute (EUI) and has been a Corresponding Member of the Division of Humanities and Social Sciences in Austria since 2013. He co-directs the Global Citizenship Observatory, The Ethics of Migration Policy Dilemmas, and the Vienna Integration Council. His research spans Political Science, Political Theory, Comparative Politics, Migration, European Integration, and Citizenship Studies. His work focuses on migration ethics, labor mobility policies, and democratic governance. Key publications include analyses of citizenship rights, dual nationality frameworks, and inclusive political systems. Scientific awards include: Latsis Prize of the European Science Foundation (2016) Dr. hc from the University of Malmö (2013) City of Vienna Prize (2023)

• Political Science
• Political Theory
• Comparative Politics
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Ineke Sluiter is a Professor of Greek Literature and Linguistics at Leiden University, holding the highest-ranking professorship (Hoogleraar 1) since 2006. She has served as Chair of the Classics Department at Leiden (2000–2004) and Academic Director of the Dutch National Graduate School in Classics (OIKOS) (2000–2011). She is a member of the Royal Dutch Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and the Royal Holland Society of Arts and Sciences (KHMW). Her research focuses on ancient language theory, rhetoric, and the intersection of classical studies with modern societal issues. She co-directed the Penn-Leiden Colloquia on Ancient Values (2000–2010), producing influential volumes on topics like aesthetic and ethical values in antiquity. Education: PhD in Classics from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (1990). Previous roles include Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and fellowships at the Institute for Advanced Study (Princeton) and the Center for Hellenic Studies (Washington DC). Research interests emphasize ancient linguistic practices, public discourse on norms, and bridging classicism with contemporary challenges. Notable works include studies on Galen’s medical-grammatical connections and analyses of Homeric narrative techniques. She has supervised over 20 PhD students and received prestigious grants such as the Spinoza Prize (2010), the highest Dutch research award. Awards include the 2020 Honorary Doctorate from Bristol University and multiple fellowships. Her leadership roles in national and international academic bodies highlight her influence in shaping classical scholarship.

• Ancient Ideas on Language
• Ancient Grammar and Rhetoric
• Ancient Literary Theory
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Meike Levin-Keitel is a Professor of Spatial Research and Spatial Planning at the University of Vienna , leading the research group on Spatial Research and Spatial Planning within the Institute of Geography and Regional Research. Her work bridges planning theory and practical approaches to sustainability transformations in urban and regional contexts. She completed her studies in Landscape and Open Space Planning at Leibniz University Hannover (2000–2007) and earned her PhD in 2010–2019 at the same institution. From 2019 to 2023, she served as a Junior Professor and headed the research group on Spatial Transformation in the Digital Age at TU Dortmund. Her research focuses on spatial development linked to sustainability transformations, particularly at the intersection of theoretical planning approaches and action-oriented instruments. She emphasizes transdisciplinary research, co-creation, and socio-spatial dynamics to address urban and regional challenges. Her recent publications explore topics such as co-creation practices , multi-level governance , and integrating land-use and transport planning , reflecting her commitment to bridging theory and practice. She leads thematic groups in international networks like AESOP and ARL, contributing to global dialogues on planning theories and their substantial foundations. Her work also examines the impacts of digitalization on mobility, remote work, and urban resilience, positioning her at the forefront of contemporary spatial planning discourse.

• Spatial Planning
• Sustainability Transformations
• Urban Sustainability
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Associate Professor Dr. Thomas Waitz is a tenure-track professor of media cultural studies at the Institute for Theatre, Film and Media Studies at the University of Vienna. His work critically explores intersections of media aesthetics, capitalism, class society, and climate crisis through cultural theory frameworks. Education : Studied film/TV studies and German philology at Ruhr University Bochum, earned PhD from Goethe University Frankfurt in 2013 Research Themes examine: Politics of media representation in late capitalism Class production mechanisms through television Neoliberal self-technologies in digital culture Climate crisis through media studies lens Paradoxes of boredom and procrastination Infrastructure of academic labor and publishing Academic Leadership includes: Senior scientist at University of Vienna Visiting professorships at HBK Braunschweig and University of Vienna Editorial roles in Journal of Media Studies and co-editor of 6 major publications Key Publications span 2014 monograph Images of Transport to 2024 work on digital self-regulation. His research engages with: Algorithmic cultures Surveillance capitalism Media archaeology Urban media spaces Platform labor Body politics Awards & Memberships : Liaison Lecturer, Rosa Luxemburg Foundation Board member, Society for Media Studies Peer reviewer for ZfM , nachdemfilm.de , and Digital Culture & Society

• Aesthetics of Media
• Media Theory
• Media Politics
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Christina Hainzl is the Head of the Platform for Sustainable Development (SDGs) and the Research Lab Democracy and Society in Transition at the University for Continuing Education Krems. She serves as an affiliated researcher at the University Ca' Foscari, Venice, and represents the university in the European Science Diplomacy Alliance. Her work focuses on contemporary challenges in democracy, sustainable development, cultural heritage, and science diplomacy. Dr. Hainzl holds a degree in contemporary history, art history, and political communication. She previously worked as a curator and research assistant at institutions like Lentos and Landesmuseum OÖ, alongside roles at the Institute for Art after 1945 in Linz. Her professional experience includes research stays in Florence, Rome, New York, and Washington DC, as well as internships at the Embassy of the Arab League and the American Anti-Discrimination Committee. Her research interests span socio-ecological transitions in urban contexts, democracy backsliding in Europe, material culture studies, and science diplomacy's role in cultural heritage protection. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary projects such as 'European Un/Orders,' examining Europe's global challenges, and has co-edited volumes on antisemitism post-1945 and pandemic-era healthcare policies. Christina Hainzl has received grants from the Rockefeller Foundation Archive Centre and the Emmanuel and Sophie Fohn Foundation for Visual Arts. Her work integrates academic research with practical applications, emphasizing societal transformations and evidence-based policy solutions. She collaborates across disciplines, leading initiatives on federalism and democratic resilience while maintaining a focus on art's role in societal discourse.

• Sustainable Development
• Democracy Studies
• Cultural Heritage
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Andreas Hepp is a German media and communication scholar currently serving as a Full Professor (W3) at the University of Bremen , affiliated with the Center for Media, Communication and Information Research (ZeMKI). He has held visiting positions at prestigious institutions including the London School of Economics, Goldsmiths (University of London), Stanford University, and Université Paris II. Research Focus: Deep Mediatization and Datafication Communicative Artificial Intelligence Transcultural Communication Qualitative Methodologies Digital Futures and Algorithmic Society Major Grants: Co-Spokesperson for DFG/FWF Collaborative Research Group 'Communicative AI' (2025–) Principal Investigator for DFG Priority Programme 'Mediatized Worlds' (2012–2016) DFG-funded Creative Research Unit 'Communicative Figurations' (2013–2016) Scientific Awards: Fellow of the International Communication Association (2024) Theoriepreis and Zeitschriftenpreis from German Communication Association (DGPuK) 2010 Best Journal Publication Award Labs & Networks: Leads the 'Datafication and Mediatization' lab at ZeMKI and co-founded the 'Communicative Figurations' research network.

• Media and Communication Theory
• Media Sociology
• Deep Mediatization
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Wolfgang Schmale is a Full Professor of Modern and Contemporary History at the University of Vienna, Austria. He has held academic leadership roles such as Vice-Dean for Education (2012–2016) and Director of Study Programs in History (2010–2012) within the Faculty for Historical and Cultural Studies. His career includes professorships at Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, University of Graz, and Technical University Braunschweig. He has been honored with a doctor honoris causa from Sofia University (2021), the Insignia of Honour Blue Ribbon (2018), and membership in the European Academy of Sciences and Arts (2016). Schmale has also served as Secretary-General of the International Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies (ISECS) since 2015. His research focuses on digital humanities, eighteenth-century studies, European integration history, gender history, and human rights. His scholarly contributions include seminal works such as Geschichte Europas (2000), Gender and Eurocentrism (2016), and For a Democratic 'United States of Europe' (2019). These publications analyze transnational networks, historical memory, and the evolution of European identity. Schmale’s work bridges academic rigor with public engagement through travel narratives and digital humanities projects like 'pastperfect.at.' He has held visiting professorships at institutions including the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (2006–2016) and the Université Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne (2007). His awards reflect both academic excellence and contributions to European scholarly networks. Schmale’s interdisciplinary approach integrates gender studies, cultural history, and digital methodologies to reframe European historical narratives.

• Digital Humanities
• Eighteenth Century and Enlightenment
• Modern and Contemporary History of Human Rights
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